Melrae Dobermans

Melissa C.

Breeder of Doberman Pinschers

Meet the breeder

I'm Melissa C., the breeder behind Melrae Dobermans located in Paducah, KY. We are enthusiastically breeding, showing, and loving AKC registered Dobermans. We have been in the breed for over 20 plus years. Our Dobermans are bred for temperament, health, and longevity. We strive to produce the best dogs possible by researching pedigrees for these qualities.

Q. & A. with Melissa

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I decided to breed Sookie after finishing her AKC Championship. She is the foundation of Melrae Dobermans. It's been a joyful commitment, and it is a pleasure to live with, work with, and share with others these wonderful dogs.

  • What makes your program special?

    I try to produce well-rounded Dobermans with great temperaments, beauty, and soundness. I also am actively involved with the Juniors Program and have several dogs in juniors' homes to help continue the future of the show world fancy.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black and rust and red and rust. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Getting a puppy from Melissa

Melissa has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.

Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Cropped, Docked, Microchipped, First shots and worming schedule. All puppies are sold on a limited AKC contract for companions. A deposit is due to hold the puppy once a puppy of sex and color is available.”

Contract & health guarantee

Melissa may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Melissa offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Melissa directly.

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What’s included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Paducah, KY

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Barkley Airport

More about Melissa

  • Club memberships

    Melissa is a member of Paducah Kennel Club , Holland Michigan Kennel Club, Grand Rapids Agility Club, DPC of Detroit , DPC of Michigan, and Doberman Pinscher Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Melissa’s links

Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Melrae Dobermans meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Melrae Dobermans reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Doberman Pinschers.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Cardiac Evaluation , Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • Dentition, Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Brucellosis

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • DNA Profile, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Dilated Cardiomyopathy 2 (DCM2), Dilated Cardiomyopathy 1 (DCM1), Deafness and Vestibular Dysfunction, Doberman Pinscher Type

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

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