Rays Of Sunshine Bloodhounds

Brenda & Chris C.

Breeder of Bloodhounds

  • Pelahatchie, MS ·
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Meet the breeder

I'm Brenda & Chris C., the breeder behind Rays Of Sunshine Bloodhounds located in Pelahatchie, MS. For the past 16 years we have been owned by 7 different Bloodhounds and fell in love with 4 litters of puppies. We were so impressed with our second litter we kept a black/tan female and named her Buttercup. I began training Buttercup at any early age in the AKC S.T.A.R. puppy program. Soon after she graduated, we started AKC Scent Work - where she truly shines! She earned many titles including Buried, Container, Interior, Exterior & level titles for Novice & Advanced. Buttercup got 1st place in many trials and amazed us with her powerful nose. She also enjoys being active earning the Fit Dog Bronze & Silver title along with the ManTrailing title from the American Bloodhound Club. Her latest accomplishment brings her total number of AKC titles to 21 including Canine Good Citizen Advanced & Urban, Trick Dog and Therapy Dog after becoming a certified therapy dog last summer. She loves to make new friends with every therapy visit. We have also been in the conformation show ring where she earned Winners Bitch & Best of Opposite. Buttercup also passed recommended Parent Club health testing, receiving her CHIC at 2 years old. We love our Bloodhounds and continue to work hard expanding our program.

Q. & A. with Brenda & Chris

  • Why did you start breeding?

    In August of 2010 my Dad passed away suddenly at the age of 67 from heart problems. It was very unexpected and the deep pain of missing him had only begun when a friend from work mentioned her Dad was a Bloodhound breeder in Louisiana. A few weeks later that friend said her Dad was traveling to Mississippi and we could meet a female pup he had available. Little 10 week old Delilah was an unexpected blessing that changed our world forever. Rays Of Sunshine Bloodhounds had begun!

  • What makes your program special?

    We are a small bloodhound breeder. Our bloodhounds have their own temperature controlled sunroom built especially for them to share with us daily. We enjoy spending time with them and strive to improve our program with every litter. Please check out our website for more information. www.raysofsunshinebloodhounds.com

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

    Our puppies include red, liver and tan, and black and tan. 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 Brenda & Chris

Brenda & Chris 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Brenda & Chris partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $300 non-refundable deposit and $2,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes AKC limited registration, vet exam with first set of vaccinations and deworming. Deposits are taken once puppies are born.”

Contract & health guarantee

Brenda & Chris 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 Brenda & Chris 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 Brenda & Chris 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
      • 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
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Brenda & Chris.

Breeder's location

Meet in Pelahatchie, MS

833 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Jackson–Medgar Wiley Evers Airport

845 miles away

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Meet in Birmingham, AL

644 miles away

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More about Brenda & Chris

  • Club memberships

    Brenda & Chris is a member of Mississippi State Kennel Club and American Bloodhound Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Your Litter A to Z, Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dog, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course (AKC), CHIC Certified, American Kennel Club Canine College, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Brenda & Chris has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Brenda & Chris was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Brenda & Chris’s links

Brenda & Chris is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Rays Of Sunshine Bloodhounds 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Rays Of Sunshine Bloodhounds 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 Bloodhounds.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)

    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 Brenda & Chris to bring home their puppies.

  • SG

    Sara G.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2024

    I had such a wonderful experience with Rays of Sunshine Bloodhounds. Brenda Crain was there for all my questions. Both she and Chris are dedicated to the breed and it shows. I am so in love with my pup. She is an absolute delight. She is very clever and responsive. And she and my older dog are getting along very well. Thank you Rays of Sunshine!! I appreciate you and know that I can count on you for any further questions.

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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.

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.