Palimar Weimaraners
Meet the breeder
I'm Kelly L., the breeder behind Palimar Weimaraners located in Portage, MI. We have been active in the breed for over 30 years and breed to preserve the Weimaraner as a healthy home and hunting companion. Our puppies are lovingly raised in our home as part of our family so that we can prepare them to be wonderful additions to yours. We love our dogs and what we do, and we strive to make each puppy a great contribution to his or her forever home.
Q. & A. with Kelly
Why did you start breeding?
We wanted to do our part to better the breed. Our breeding program strives to maintain the unique characteristics of the breed while placing an emphasis on producing Weimaraners of superior health, temperament, conformation, and hunting instinct.What makes your program special?
We love the Weimaraner breed. Our dogs have brought us so much joy and happiness that we wanted to give back to them by producing the highest quality dogs and providing them a wonderful life with wonderful families. Our dogs work hard, play hard, love hard, and are part of the family. We prepare all of our pups to excel in life.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kelly
Kelly 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.
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
“All puppies go home with a health warranty, prepaid microchips, and a puppy kit. We do not accept deposits until puppies are born. If something happens where we are unable to provide the reserved puppy, the deposit is refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kelly 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 Kelly 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 Kelly 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
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 Kelly.
Breeder's location
Meet in Portage, MI
480 miles away
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More about Kelly
Club memberships
Kelly is a member of Southern Michigan Weimaraner Club, Kalamazoo Kennel Club, and Weimaraner Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Kelly has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Kelly was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Kelly’s links
Kelly is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Palimar Weimaraners 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
Palimar Weimaraners 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 Weimaraners.
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.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
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.
