North Star Kennel

Karen D.

Breeder of Maltipoos

  • North East, MD
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Karen D., the breeder behind North Star Kennel located in North East, MD. We offer quality puppies with a focus on health and mental soundness. They are raised in our home with other pets. We are a very small hobby breeder with years of experience. We have competed in conformation shows as well as agility over the years with many different breeds. We strive to produce healthy loyal companions that will bring long-time joy and love to other families.

Q. & A. with Karen

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Started showing and breeding over 30 years ago.

  • What makes your program special?

    We strive to produce healthy sound puppies that will be a life long canine partner and excellent addition to any family.

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

    Our puppies are parti. 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.

Getting a puppy from Karen

Karen 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, Karen partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take pride in our breeding program and strive to match puppies to their perspective new families for a long term plan.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $800 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes a vet check, first puppy shots, dewormings, microchip, socializing, and the beginning of housetraining. The deposit will hold your specific puppy.Balance due at pick up. Must be picked up in person or by transport. Puppy must be paid in full before leaving our home.”

Contract & health guarantee

Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized in new places
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in North East, MD

More about Karen

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Agility Trial Trainer, Professional Groomer.

  • Karen has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years

    Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Karen’s links

Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder

North Star Kennel 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

All breeds

Poodle

German Shepherd

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

North Star Kennel 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 Maltipoos.

  • Full Embark Panel

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Karen to bring home their puppies.

  • Elaine M.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    This is my first experience dealing with a breeder and getting a dog. This is also my first pet. My whole experience through Good Dog was all positive. I found Karen after searching for the specific breed I wanted. Good Dog and Karen made the process very easy. I can tell Karen took really good care of her dogs which made the transition for our dog Marlo get adjusted very well. He is loved by everyone. I couldn't thank Karen enough for Marlo. He is truly a blessing to our family.

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