Poltava Kennels
- Troy, MI
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Christina K., the breeder behind Poltava Kennels located in Troy, MI. I am a small hobby kennel that breeds limited number of litters. I offer top-quality, healthy, and genetically tested puppies to loving pet and show homes. I take my job seriously, knowing that my puppies will become someone's beloved pet. Each puppy is considered a member of my family, and I ensure they are socialized, healthy, and prepared to excel in their forever homes. My dogs are bred to the AKC standard and for the loving temperaments that beagles are known for, and I take pride in my breeding program.
Q. & A. with Christina
Why did you start breeding?
I have been involved in dogs from a very young age. I was 2 when my father brought home our first German Shepherd. I purchased my first show bred German Shepherd in 1989. I then purchased by first show bred Golden Retriever in 2006 and first show bred Beagle in 2011. My children showed the Golden Retrievers and Beagles when they were children. I decided to breed Beagles in order to begin my own show line. It is an honor to represent this breed and create opportunities for others to experience the same joy that I've found in raising these wonderful dogs.What makes your program special?
I wait to breed my females until after they have proven themselves in the show ring. I do everything I can to ensure my puppies have what they need to develop into healthy and happy dogs. In my breeding program, good health and temperament are essential, and cuteness and love is guaranteed.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.
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy is on the left. 1 week old
Went homeMale
Girl is on the left. 6 days old
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Christina
Christina 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
Contract & health guarantee
Christina 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 Christina 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 Christina directly.
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 Christina.
Breeder's location
Meet in Troy, MI
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
More about Christina
Christina has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Christina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Christina’s links
Christina is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Poltava 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
Zirka, mom
Beagle
About Zirka
Dominant black-tri 13 inch female. AKC registered and DNA tested. Zirka has her eye, heart and patella clearances.
Laika, mom
Beagle
About Laika
Laika is a female Beagle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Christina decided to make her part of their program. Christina 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
Great level
Poltava 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 Beagles.
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.
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.
Musladin-Leuke Syndrome (MLS)
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).
