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Moonshot Finnish Lapphunds
- Urbana, OH
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Clarissa M., the breeder behind Moonshot Finnish Lapphunds located in Urbana, OH. We breed for Lappies that excel not only in the show & performance rings but also as excellent companions. Temperament is incredibly important to us.
Q. & A. with Clarissa
Why did you start breeding?
I started showing in 2020 with my Australian Shepherd, Mako. My breeder introduced me to Lappies and my heart soared! I knew instantly that they were for me. I have spent a considerable amount of time absorbing as much information as possible from my breeder and mentor, Jacquelyn Barbour.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Clarissa
Clarissa 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
Connect with Clarissa to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Clarissa 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 Clarissa 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 Clarissa 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
- 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
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Clarissa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Urbana, OH
4265 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at John Glenn Columbus Airport
4237 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Clarissa can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Clarissa
Club memberships
Clarissa is a member of Finnish Lapphund Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Canine Nutritionist.
Clarissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Clarissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Clarissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Moonshot Finnish Lapphunds 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
Dot, mom
Finnish Lapphund
About Dot
- AKC CH finished at 9 months - Best in Specialty Sweepstakes - Best of Opposite Sweepstakes x 2 - Best Bred By in Specialty Show - AKC Best in Show Puppy x 2 - Puppy of Achievement at 6 Months - 2 x 5 point majors at the 2024 FLCA National - BOS over specials at the 2024 FLCA Regional
Excellent health testing
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Buffett, mom
Finnish Lapphund
About Buffett
- BPUP Group Winning - Puppy of Achievement - 3 & 4 point major awarded first weekend out (going BOB over specials) - 2 x 5 point majors at FLCA 2025 National Week - Best in Sweepstakes at the FLCA 2025 National - AOM first time as a special at the FLCA Regional under Foreign Breeder Judge Christian Lauluten - AKC CH finished w/ all majors at 8 months
Sulo, dad
Finnish Lapphund
About Sulo
Sulo is a male Finnish Lapphund over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Clarissa decided to make him part of their program. Clarissa 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +3 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Moonshot Finnish Lapphunds 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 Finnish Lapphunds.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)
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).
