Merrithought Whippets
- Shelbyville, KY
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Laura S., the breeder behind Merrithought Whippets located in Shelbyville, KY. Champion, OFA health tested show and coursing dogs that are first and foremost companions. Since 1987 goal of improving the Whippet breed on a small successful scale. Daily detailed attention given to each Whippet. Winner of American Whippet Club National Speciality Breeders Sweeps and Futurity.
Q. & A. with Laura
Why did you start breeding?
Finding the very best mentors in the breed and slowly approaching breeding with the best dogs possible. Focus on quality rather than quantity and raising Whippets in my home to allow detailed attention and training dogs to be well socialized and trained to live as Whippets should as a family member.What makes your program special?
Focus on quality not quantity. Having an eye to condition each dog to their best and honestly knowing their faults and virtues so their puppies can improve the breed. Tailoring care individually and producing family members that are high quality for a long life span and ability to win titles too.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Laura
Laura has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Laura partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“AKC registration, microchip, age appropriate vaccines, worming, age appropriate training including nail dremel /crate/potty/lead. Life long support and safety net from breeder. There are no dumb questions. Deposits are after puppies are born and evaluated.”
Contract & health guarantee
Laura 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 Laura 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 Laura 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Toys
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Laura.
Breeder's location
Meet in Shelbyville, KY
422 miles away
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More about Laura
Club memberships
Laura is a member of Louisville Kennel Club and American Whippet Club.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Laura has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Laura was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Laura’s links
Laura is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Merrithought Whippets 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 health testing
Excellent level
Merrithought Whippets 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 Whippets.
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 (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.
Whippet Health Foundation Database, Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Vet Wellness Exam
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.
