RockyTop Hearts
- Clinton, MO
- Responds within a few days
Available puppies
Nica
Ready now
3 months old · Female
Nira
Ready now
3 months old · Female
Nova
Ready now
3 months old · Female
Nina
Ready now
3 months old · Female
Meet the breeder
I'm Connie W., the breeder behind RockyTop Hearts located in Clinton, MO. Our focus is health & temperament in dogs that excel in Obedience, Agility, & Companionship. Registration, current vaccines and parasite control are offered with the purchase of your new puppy. We guarantee our puppies for 24 months.
Q. & A. with Connie
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up with a crazy love for dogs of all breeds and my mother was in the sport of purebred dogs. She gave me a love for dogs and the sport. I am always looking to protect and preserve purebred breeds.What makes your program special?
My dogs are health tested, and DNA certified. I have been breeding for 30 plus years and have a world of knowledge about my breeds. I carefully selected dogs that conform to the AKC standard for their breed, furthermore, I raise each and every litter using Early Neurological Stimulation on the puppies to help insure the best transition possible.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Chihuahua puppies include smooth and long coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Australian Shepherd puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, and red. Chihuahua puppies include sable spotted white, merle, chocolate, fawn, chocolate brindled fawn, chocolate sabled fawn, blue merle, blue and tan, black and tan, and fawn and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Neo
Went homeMale
Nora
Went homeFemale
Nik
Went homeMale
Emma Jean
Went homeFemale
Fenton
Went homeMale
Elliot
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Connie
Connie 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 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $3,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Puppy prices vary depending on color/purpose. A $500 deposit is required to hold a puppy. All deposits are non-refundable unless something happens to the puppy in our care here at Rocky Top Hearts. The deposit is a good faith hold stating that you are for sure interested in purchasing the puppy from us. Please do not send a deposit until you are 100% certain you are ready to purchase a puppy. A deposit can be transferred to another litter but never refunded.”
Contract & health guarantee
Connie 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 Connie 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 Connie 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
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Connie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Clinton, MO
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Springfield–Branson National Airport
Meet in Springfield, MO
More about Connie
Club memberships
Connie is a member of Chihuaha Club of America, Chihuahua Club of America Inc, Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA), United States Australian Shepherd Association (USASA), and Dog Agility Association of the Ozarks.
Certifications & recognitions
Fitness and Nutrition Diploma (e-Training for Dogs), AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Professional Groomer, DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology), Certificate in Managing Genetics for the Future (Institute of Canine Biology), Puppy Culture Breeder, CHIC Certified, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Agility Trial Trainer, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, American Kennel Club Canine College, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC).
Connie has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Connie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Connie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
RockyTop Hearts 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
Connie W.
Litter update on 28 Aug. •Ready to go home now!
Sheldon and Genna's litter
Connie W.
Litter update on 28 Aug. •Ready to go now!!
Wheelie and KatKat's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Chihuahua
Australian Shepherd
Eden, mom
Chihuahua
About Eden
Eden is a female Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Connie decided to make her part of their program. Connie 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.
Sheldon, dad
Chihuahua
About Sheldon
Sheldon is a male Chihuahua. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Connie decided to make him part of their program. Connie 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.
Hannah, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Hannah
Hannah is a loving girl, she loves country life and keeps unwanted critters out of my yard.
Wheelie, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Wheelie
Wheelie is a top notch guy. He loves to play ball and also LOVES the water!
Great health testing
Animal Genetics Panel, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), +5 more.Genna, mom
Chihuahua
About Genna
Genna has been trained to do agility and she is a momma's girl.
Great health testing
Dentition, Patellar Luxation, +1 more.CJ, dad
Chihuahua
About CJ
Cracker Jack is very happy - Go - Lucky and he has never met a stranger
KatKat, mom
Australian Shepherd
About KatKat
KatKat is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Connie decided to make her part of their program. Connie 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.
Sasha, mom
Chihuahua
About Sasha
Sasha is a female Chihuahua about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Connie decided to make her part of their program. Connie 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.
Great health testing
Dentition, Patellar Luxation, +1 more.Elsa, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Elsa
Elsa is a female Australian Shepherd almost 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Connie decided to make her part of their program. Connie 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.
Great health testing
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), +5 more.
Parent health testing
Australian Shepherd
Chihuahua
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
RockyTop Hearts 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 Australian Shepherds.
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.
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.
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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), 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.
Full Embark Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), DNA Profile, PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Animal Genetics Panel, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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 Connie to bring home their puppies.
Lenora L.
Verified owner · June 2024
Connie raises beautiful, healthy puppies! She knows all about chihuahuas, and gave me a lot of advice on raising pups. Her puppies, according to my vet, are healthy, happy, and well-bred. Connie spent a lot of time acclamating her puppies to people and life away from their mom. She got my little one off to a great start. My puppy is a brave, happy, smart, confident, and curios little girl. She was kennel trained and knew her name in the first week. She learned "come" and "no" during week two. I can't believe how well she is doing with her potty training. She loves hanging out with my senior dogs, and loves playing with our cats. I believe all of this success is due to Connie's commitment to early neurological training. I know my next puppy will also be coming from Connie at RocktTop Hearts.
