Saarinen Farm Kikos and Karakachans
Meet the breeder
I'm Jamie T., the breeder behind Saarinen Farm Kikos and Karakachans located in Phil Campbell, AL. We strive to produce Karachans who will be exceptional on the farm guarding livestock. Our breeding Karakachans are working livestock guardian dogs. Puppies will be exposed to goats and horses before leaving the farm, will receive puppy aptitude testing to help match to the perfect home.
Q. & A. with Jamie
Why did you start breeding?
Jam enjoyed working with Karakachan Livestock Guardian dogs at her parents farm in Virginia. She was pleased that her husband also enjoys having the Karakchan LGDs and Kiko goats since they got married and moved them to Alabama in 2020. Since Jam has a background in Animal Science and agriculture and veterinary medicine and both she and Jeff love the Karakachans, they decided to begin breeding.What makes your program special?
Jam & Jeff do early neurogical stimulation on puppies which serves as a form of imprinting and helps puppies have an improved stress response later in life. Puppy aptitude testing will also be done on puppies to help determine a good home fit. Puppies come from working tested parents. Puppies will be registered and dewormed with initial puppy shots and microchipped.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include tri-color and white and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Getting a puppy from Jamie
Jamie 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 non-refundable deposit and between $550 - $750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“price includes registration with the American Karakachan Dog Association, deworming, and intial puppy shots, and microchipping. Puppies will also recieve early neurological stimulation, & PAT test. $250 deposit is required to hold puppy and the remaining price must be paid in full prior to picking up the puppy. Good dog requires that payments be made through Good Dog.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jamie 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 Jamie 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 Jamie 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
- Car rides
- Socialized with children
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Jamie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Phil Campbell, AL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Huntsville Airport (Carl T. Jones Field)
Flexible meeting point
Jamie can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Jamie
Jamie has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Jamie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Jamie’s links
JT
Jamie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Saarinen Farm Kikos and Karakachans 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
Rosie, mom
Karakachan
About Rosie
Rosie is a female Karakachan. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jamie decided to make her part of their program. Jamie 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.
Lapis, dad
Karakachan
About Lapis
Lapis is a male Karakachan. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jamie decided to make him part of their program. Jamie 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
Excellent level
Saarinen Farm Kikos and Karakachans 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 Karakachans.
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.
