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Samba Flavors
- Phoenix, AZ
- Responds within a few hours
Available puppies
LUA Aqua Boy
Ready Dec. 20
5 weeks old · Male
LUA Amber
Ready Dec. 20
5 weeks old · Female
LUA Ruby
Ready Dec. 20
5 weeks old · Female
LUA Diamond
Ready Dec. 20
5 weeks old · Female
Meet the breeder
I'm Raquel I., the breeder behind Samba Flavors located in Phoenix, AZ. I am a full time dog mom and the puppies that come from my house have all their shots and have basic training. Our dogs are bred for health and temperament with a focus on conformation, athleticism and intelligence. We are dedicated to providing families with wonderful, healthy family pets.
Q. & A. with Raquel
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are white and black. 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.
LUA Paris
ReservedFemale
LUA Black Onyx
ReservedMale
LUA Pink Saphire
ReservedFemale
LUA Skye
ReservedFemale
LUA Snow
ReservedMale
LUA Aire
ReservedMale
Luna LUA
ReservedFemale
Getting a puppy from Raquel
Raquel 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 $1,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes the guarantee, AKC Registration, first round of vaccines, deworming, basic training and puppy socialization. All our puppies are the same price regardless of color, markings or size. Price includes microchip and registration.”
Contract & health guarantee
Raquel 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 Raquel 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 Raquel 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Raquel.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Phoenix, AZ
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
Meet in Phoenix, AZ
More about Raquel
Club memberships
Raquel is a member of AKC.
Raquel has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months
Raquel was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Raquel’s links
Raquel is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Samba Flavors 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
Raquel I.
Litter update on 17 Nov. •Every milestone is a party! Today Little Aire and Saphyre learned how to jump the fence.
Whiskey and Harley HZ's litter
Raquel I.
Litter update on 13 Nov. •…Everyone is starting to have different personalities and showing their unique spots. I will update each puppy separetelly. Their genetic testing came in today and everyone is LUA!! Everyone is also eating hard food and have been introduced to various flavors.
Whiskey and Harley HZ's litter
Raquel I.
Program update on 06 Nov. •Three Weeks old and these cuties are now eating solid food and contunue to practice good play habits and potty train. 11 perfect babies!!
Raquel I.
Litter update on 04 Nov. •Aqua and Luna on their first car ride. Early socialization is key to a healthy and well balanced life.
Whiskey and Harley HZ's litter
Raquel I.
Litter update on 30 Oct. •…At 18 days old, these three stunning little girls have recently found their forever homes, and although I am experiencing mixed emotions due to the knowledge that they will be departing by Christmas, I am nonetheless overjoyed because they will be bringing happiness to their new families and thriving in their new environments with their loving forever homes
Whiskey and Harley HZ's litter
Raquel I.
Program update on 23 Oct. •Eleven puppies taking a nap
Raquel I.
Program update on 23 Oct. •Little Aqua Boy has opened his eyes!! He cansee the world now.
Raquel I.
Program update on 22 Oct. •Meal time at moms diner :) Paris, Aire, Onyx, Snow, Aqua and Diamond
Raquel I.
Litter update on 22 Oct. •Amber working hard at getting bigger
Whiskey and Harley HZ's litter
Raquel I.
Litter update on 20 Oct. •Saphire 7 days old today and drunk on mommys milk. Growing super fast thanks to all that delicious milk and very long naps
Whiskey and Harley HZ's litter
Parent dogs
Whiskey, dad
Dalmatian
About Whiskey
Whiskey is a trained service Dog. Very active, obedient and mature.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.Harley HZ, mom
Dalmatian
About Harley HZ
Harley is a Homozygous LUA so all her pups will always be LUA!! She also carries long coat, tri and Liver genes. Harley is adventurous and loves chasing birds.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +3 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Samba Flavors 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 Dalmatians.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered)
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 Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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 (rDVM, not 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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Vet Wellness Exam
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.
DNA Disease Panel
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).
