Meridian Portuguese Water Dogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Penny W., the breeder behind Meridian Portuguese Water Dogs located in Belle Plaine, MN. Dedicated to preserving the Portuguese Water Dog (PWD) breed as defined by the AKC/PWDCA breed standard. All puppies come from AKC Champions that are health tested to ensure compatibility for healthy puppies. PWDCA and PWDCTC members.
Q. & A. with Penny
Why did you start breeding?
I’ve always been interested in purebred dogs. I educated myself on all of the AKC breeds, breed standards, dog shows requirements and processes and it ultimately led me to breeding my first litter after completing her AKC Grand Championship and verifying all health tests were in compliance with our parent club guidelines.What makes your program special?
I breed for correct conformation and temperament. All breeding pairs are AKC Champions and health tested per our parent organization guidelines and compatible with each other. Puppies are well socialized, given many different experiences before 10 weeks of age. Puppies are temperament tested at 7 weeks to ensure they go to a compatible home. All potential homes are surveyed and approved by me.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brown and white, black and white, black, and brown. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Teal collar - Elizabeth
Went homeFemale
Lavender collar - Kyra
Went homeFemale
Green collar - Van
Went homeMale
Red collar - Jake
Went homeMale
Pink collar - Reba
Went homeFemale
Yellow collar - Barbra Jean
Went homeFemale
Purple collar - Cheyanne
Went homeFemale
Orange Collar - Brock
Went homeMale
Blue Collar - Henry
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Penny
Penny 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 refundable deposit and $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Accepting applications at this time. Includes registration, microchips, temperament testing, eye exams, first shots.”
Contract & health guarantee
Penny 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 Penny 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 Penny 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
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Penny.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Belle Plaine, MN
921 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport
902 miles away
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More about Penny
Club memberships
Penny is a member of PWDCA and PWDCTC.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Penny has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Penny was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Penny is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Meridian Portuguese Water Dogs 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
Litter and program updates
Penny W.
Litter update on 14 Apr. •Both parents have all of their health certificates based on parent club recommendations. I can share them with you upon request.
Henry and Midji's litter
Penny W.
Litter update on 03 Apr. •Female puppy available
Henry and Midji's litter
Penny W.
Litter update on 03 Apr. •Male puppy available
Henry and Midji's litter
Penny W.
Litter update on 03 Apr. •Male puppy available
Henry and Midji's litter
Parent dogs
Midji, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Midji
Midji is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Penny decided to make her part of their program. Penny has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Meridian Portuguese Water Dogs 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 Portuguese Water Dogs.
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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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.
Brucellosis, Temperament Test
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.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA), Microphthalmia Syndrome (PES), Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Portuguese Water Dog 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).
