Raindance Italian Greyhounds
Meet the breeder
I'm Chelsea J., the breeder behind Raindance Italian Greyhounds located in New York. I am a small, preservation breeder. I am active in showing in conformation. I am focused on breeding healthy dogs with sound temperaments. I try to do everything I can to better the breed in all departments. These dogs deserve nothing but the best chance in life. As a breeder, it is my responsibility to make sure that happens.
Q. & A. with Chelsea
Why did you start breeding?
I began going to dog shows as a teenager originally showing Dobermans. I met my first Italian Greyhound at the home of one of my Doberman breeders. I had no intention of becoming a breeder, but my first Italian Greyhound was a truly exceptional dog and through the guidance of my mentor (the breeder of my first IG), I was taught how to be responsible and breed better dogs.What makes your program special?
Before any breeding combination is planned, an enormous amount of pedigree research is conducted. I study a minimum of 10 generations behind parents of prospective litters to try and make sure not only am I breeding beautiful dogs that conform to the Italian Greyhound breed standard, but also monitor hereditary issues and temperament problems through ancestry.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Chelsea
Chelsea 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
Puppy prices include a $500 refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC registration, two rounds of puppy vaccinations, deworming, vet check, microchip, and socialization. The deposit will only be taken once I know for sure a puppy will be available to an applicant.”
Contract & health guarantee
Chelsea 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 Chelsea 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 Chelsea 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 Chelsea.
Breeder’s location
Meet in New York
293 miles away
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More about Chelsea
Club memberships
Chelsea is a member of Italian Greyhound Club of America and Empire Italian Greyhound Club.
Chelsea has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Chelsea was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Chelsea is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Raindance Italian Greyhounds 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
Kira, mom
Italian Greyhound
About Kira
Kira is a female Italian Greyhound over 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Chelsea decided to make her part of their program. Chelsea 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Raindance Italian Greyhounds 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 Italian Greyhounds.
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.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
PRA (PRA1), Italian Greyhound Type, Genetic Diversity Test, Familial Enamel Hypoplasia (FEH), Italian Greyhound Type, Primary Closed Angle Glaucoma (PCAG), Italian Greyhound Type
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).
