Nuovo Inizi Kennels
- Scott County, TN
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Rachel P., the breeder behind Nuovo Inizi Kennels located in Scott County, TN. Native New Yorker who relocated to TN in 2022 for more property to work my dogs. I have owned, worked, and loved this breed since 2013. I am a Nurse by trade but fell in love with this breed and as the saying goes, "you can't just have one".
Q. & A. with Rachel
Why did you start breeding?
The sire of my very first Corso back in 2013 had won BOB at Westminster, and from that point forward it had become a dream of mine to start my own kennel where I could one day have my own bred by dog show at Westminster. That dream became a reality in 2024 when my first bred by bitch attended the Westminster show.What makes your program special?
My puppies are whelped and raised in my home. I welcome families to meet my pack to get a feel for the temperament of the Sire and Dam. My dogs come with a contract and are co owned until contractual obligations are met. I provide a lifetime of mentorship. Health testing I perform (OFA, Pennhip, DSRA, Cardiac). No dog is perfect, but I strive to be better.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include chestnut brindle, fawn, gray, and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Dark Pink collar Willow
ReservedFemale
Light pink collar Avalon
ReservedFemale
Orange collar Crown
ReservedMale
No collar Bogart
ReservedMale
Light blue collar Fitch
ReservedFemale
Yellow collar Pearl
ReservedFemale
Green collar Church
ReservedMale
Turquoise collar Ledge
ReservedMale
Patsy
Went homeFemale
Reba
Went homeFemale
Shania
Went homeFemale
Jellyroll
Went homeMale
Dolly
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 7
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Rachel
Rachel 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.
Rachel partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.
“I breed for purpose, not for color. Although I do allow families to come see the litter and meet the parents, the puppies are matched once they are evaluated around 7 weeks old. They really start to come out of their shell and become their own little being. Sometimes it does work out where the puppy that the family favors, turns out to be the perfect fit. I tell everyone to fall in love with all of them, so that way you won’t be disappointed. A reputable breeder does not allow you to pick out a pup at this age. ”
Price
“This includes tail dock, dew claw removal, microchip, first set of vaccines, ENS puppy culture, dewormed, potty and crate training, ear crop, limited AKC registration. Deposit can be transferred if family decides to wait for another litter or for any reason a puppy becomes unavailable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Rachel 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 Rachel 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 Rachel 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
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Rachel.
Breeder's location
Meet in Scott County, TN
Other pick-up locations
Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport
Meet in Atlanta, GA
More about Rachel
Club memberships
Rachel is a member of Cane Corso Association of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Rachel has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Rachel was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Rachel is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Nuovo Inizi Kennels 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
Maple, mom
Cane Corso
About Maple
Maple is an easy going, confident, and very happy girl. She loves to be outside playing with the pack. She is an awesome snuggler and loves kids. She has taken her role as a new mom very seriously and has made this journey thus far, a breeze. You really couldn't ask for a better girl.
Uploaded health tests
Jove, dad
Cane Corso
About Jove
Jove is powerful and loyal, but also thinks he is a lapdog. He is confident and choosey with whom he allows to approach. He LOVES the ladies and even the majority of men when we go out shopping. His favorite store is Home Depot! When he is at home, protection mode is his instinct. Always checking the parameters of the property and keeping a close eye on tresspassers. He loves his pack at home.
Uploaded health tests
Riddick, dad
Cane Corso
About Riddick
Riddick is a male Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rachel decided to make him part of their program. Rachel 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.
Renee, mom
Cane Corso
About Renee
Renee is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel 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
Good level
Nuovo Inizi Kennels 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 Cane Corso.
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.
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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
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.
Dental-skeletal-retinal anomaly (DSRA), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1)
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).
