Rocky Mountain Basenjis & Little Dog Farm & Grooming
- Cheyenne, WY
- Responds within an hour
Meet the breeder
I'm Maria A., the breeder behind Rocky Mountain Basenjis & Little Dog Farm & Grooming located in Cheyenne, WY. Our dogs are part of a breeding program that is founded from Takari’s Basenji puppies. Takaris basenjis has been focused on temperament as well as health! All the info can be found on OFA. We do not breed often because we are focused on participating in conformation/performance events with our dogs!
Q. & A. with Maria
Why did you start breeding?
I was a young girl learning to groom dogs and my manager made me go to the dog shows and come back with “reports”. She wanted me to learn about the proper structure of a well bred dog to enhance my grooming abilities. We didn’t realize it would lead to a lifetime of love for conformation and Basenjis!What makes your program special?
My breeding program is a result of Teri Cuzzetto’s hardwork for over 20 years and as she continues, I will be able to continue her same ideals for the breed for even longer! We focus on temperament and health!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are red and white. 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.
Sadie
Went homeFemale
Buddy
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Maria
Maria 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 $250 refundable deposit and $2,450 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies will have all shots for their age, wormed, microchipped and puppy packet. Plus lifelong access to me as the breeder. There is a reasonable contract as well. Deposit will hold your puppy. The final payment is to be delivered when your puppy is going home. You’ll have 2 weeks to make sure your puppy is right for your family and have money be refunded.”
Contract & health guarantee
Maria 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 Maria 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 Maria directly.
Always communicate and pay on Good Dog.Learn more
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
- Microchip
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Maria.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Cheyenne, WY
1447 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Denver Airport
1447 miles away
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Meet in Denver, CO
1464 miles away
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More about Maria
Maria has been a member of Good Dog for 10 months
Maria was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Maria’s links
Maria is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Rocky Mountain Basenjis & Little Dog Farm & Grooming 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
Maria A.
Litter update on 26 Mar. •We’ve been calling him Buddy, because he is truly a little buddy!! 11 weeks, still looking for a forever address!
Rocky and Freckles's litter
Maria A.
Litter update on 08 Mar. •Snoopy is easier to take photos of! Such busy basenji babies!
Rocky and Freckles's litter
Maria A.
Litter update on 05 Mar. •Snoopy
Rocky and Freckles's litter
Maria A.
Program update on 02 Mar. •Sadie and Snoopy
Maria A.
Litter update on 01 Mar. •Uncle Jack was so excited to play with us!
Rocky and Freckles's litter
Maria A.
Litter update on 01 Mar. •We started playing with the big dogs today!
Rocky and Freckles's litter
Maria A.
Litter update on 01 Mar. •
Rocky and Freckles's litter
Parent dogs
Freckles, mom
Basenji
About Freckles
Freckles is a sweet, hilarious fun loving girl!
Rocky, dad
Basenji
About Rocky
Rocky is an amazing dog with a sweet marshmallow personality!
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Rocky Mountain Basenjis & Little Dog Farm & Grooming 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 Basenjis.
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.
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.
Fanconi Syndrome, PRA, Basenji 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).
