Poconopaws

Donna S.

Breeder of Dalmatians, Rottweilers, and Boxers

  • Newfoundland, PA
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Donna S., the breeder behind Poconopaws located in Newfoundland, PA. Born April 24, 2024. 3 girls, 3 boys. Black & white. All 6 puppies were BEAR hearing tested, and have normal hearing in both ears! Puppies were DNA tested for HUU and 2 out of 6 are LUA not affected! Mother: CH POCONO’S MCDOTTIE’S LUCKY CHARM (CLOVER) CHIC / 174873 Sire: CH Turning Stone’s O Henry J Dam: McDottie ‘N Poconos Next Destination. Owned & Bred by: Donna Simpson Father: Pocono’s Diesel Van Valentine Sire: AKC GR CH Fiacre’s I’ll Have Another At Rim Rock ( Guinness ) Dam: Pocono’s Reaching For The Starburst. Owned & Bred by: Donna Simpson Litter will be 25% LUA Both Mom & Dad have bilateral hearing. DNA testing will be done for HUU. BEAR hearing test will be done at 5 weeks of age. Puppies will be microchipped with Akc reunite, puppies will be dewormed every 2 weeks, and the first set of shots will be given.

Q. & A. with Donna

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I started my breeding program with the Dalmatian about 8 years ago after working with a great breeder and handler Jennifer McLaughlin, She shared the importance of the LUA Dalmatian breeding program with me and after attending a few shows I agree that I would join the LUA program, Dalmatian health is very Important.

  • What makes your program special?

    What makes our breeding programs special is that we are working hard to improve the health of the overall Dalmatian including DNA testing and breeding with LUA Dalmatians to prevent the Dalmatians from producing urinary stones.

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

    Our Dalmatian puppies are white and black. Boxer puppies include fawn and brindle. 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 Donna

Donna 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

Puppy prices include between $2,000 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Our prices of our Dalmatians include AKC registration, DNA testing for HUU, BEAR hearing testing, and OFA hearing certificate, puppies are microchipped with AKC reunite, first set of shots, and deworming up to date. We do require a deposit if the puppies are not ready to leave. This deposit ensures the hold of your puppy or your pic first to last. If you place a deposit this will hold your place first to last, until puppies have had DNA test and hearing test performed. Final puppy pick will be made at 5-6 weeks of age. deposits are not refundable as this holds your place in line.”

Contract & health guarantee

Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna 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
      • Scent introduction
      • 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
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Newfoundland, PA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Newark Liberty Airport

Meet in Buffalo, NY

More about Donna

  • Donna has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years

    Donna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Donna’s links

Donna is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Poconopaws 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

All breeds

Boxer

Rottweiler

Dalmatian

Parent health testing

Boxer

Dalmatian

Rottweiler

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Poconopaws 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 Boxers.

  • Cardiac Evaluation

    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.

  • Symmetric dimethylarginine (SDMA) , Brucellosis

    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.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC)

    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 Donna to bring home their puppies.

  • Adam G.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Donna was awesome. Always quickly responsive. Updates frequently with videos / photos watching our baby grow. This was our 5th boxer and by far the best experience we’ve had. We actually gave up a deposit with another breeder to deal with Donna. Would definitely recommend her to anyone.

    Nikki B.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    We had a great experience with Poconopaws! Donna was helpful and knowledgable, and very professional. Our puppy is healthy and perfect and we couldn't be happier.

    Jason O.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

      • +5

    Donna really went the extra mile to help bring our new pup into the family. She kindly agreed to meet me at the airport and expertly answered questions that I had. Our pup was in great health, bathed and groomed. He had all of his paperwork and all shots were current. I am really impressed with Donna as a breeder and thankful for her expertise. My Dalmatian pup loves his new home and keeps us all laughing. Very thankful for a sweet and funny boy.

  • Ryan C.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

      • +5

    Donna was so responsive and knowledgeable about the dogs she breeds. You can tell she really care about the dogs. She stayed in touch and sent me regular updates about my pup!

    JT

    Justin T.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    Working with Donna was phenomenal I reached out to her when I came across one of her puppies and within minutes she messaged me back. The very next day I was traveling to pick up my puppy and from there it has been nothing but the best experience.

    James M.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    It has great working with Donna at Poconopaws. Our puppy is now 14 weeks old and Donna has answered calls and texts for questions about the pup!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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