Sanctuary Windsprites
- Brattleboro, VT
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Sara M., the breeder behind Sanctuary Windsprites located in Brattleboro, VT. I am positive reinforcement-based dog trainer who has bred my female Windsprite to a male who brings new genetics to the breed in the U.S. The pups will be raised following recommended socialization procedures. We work hard to determine best health tests and inoculation schedules.
Q. & A. with Sara
Why did you start breeding?
I have a lovely dog and wanted to breed lovely pet dogs with a goal of increasing genetic variability in the breed. This litter of eight puppies accomplishes that.What makes your program special?
Focus on genetic variability, health, temperament, behavioral health by a longtime animal care provider and positive reinforcement based trainer.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and fawn, brown, white, and fawn. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Sara
Sara 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 $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes registration in breed club, first inoculations, microchipping, deworming and socialization. We hope to have our puppies hearing tested, depending on availability of a provider and a clinic.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sara 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 Sara 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 Sara 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Brattleboro, VT
3703 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Sara can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Sara
Sara has been a member of Good Dog for 4 months
Sara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
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Sara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sanctuary Windsprites 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 health testing
Sanctuary Windsprites 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 Windsprites.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
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).
