Sapphire Chihuahuas

Debbie J.

Breeder of Chihuahuas

  • Manchester, CT ·
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Meet the breeder

I'm Debbie J., the breeder behind Sapphire Chihuahuas located in Manchester, CT. I am a small exhibitor and breeder of AKC Show Quality Chihuahuas. Although we breed primarily for show and for our next generation we do have quality pets available for the best of homes. Parents are OFA health tested and have their CHIC certificate for cardiac, patella's and eyes. Our goal is to produce Chihuahua puppies that adhere to the AKC breed standard in both structure and temperament.

Q. & A. with Debbie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I bought my first Chihuahua in 2001 and fell in love with the breed. I started showing Chihuahuas in 2019 and starting breeding in 2020.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our dogs are bred with a focus on excellence, health and temperament and we strive to produce well-bred, healthy puppies for loving homes. My dogs are hand raised inside my home and receive daily interaction with our family, other pets/dogs and lots of socialization and love. Our goal is to produce Chihuahua puppies that adhere to the AKC breed standard in both structure and temperament.

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies include smooth and long coat varieties. Coat types may 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.

Getting a puppy from Debbie

Debbie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Debbie partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great pride in placing each puppy with the right family. Puppies are matched once they're old enough for us to evaluate their temperaments and personalities - typically around 7-8 weeks old. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $6,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes a one year health guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccines, deworming, a health certificate from my Veterinarian, health records and puppy socialization. Price include prepaid limited AKC registration, first set of vaccines, deworming and a puppy pack.”

Contract & health guarantee

Debbie 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 Debbie 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 Debbie 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
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Debbie.

Breeder's location

Meet in Manchester, CT

321 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Tweed-New Haven Airport

287 miles away

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Meet in Stamford, CT

250 miles away

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More about Debbie

  • Club memberships

    Debbie is a member of Hudson Valley Chihuahua Club and Heart of New England Chihuahua Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified.

  • Debbie has been a member of Good Dog for 4 months

    Debbie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.

  • Debbie’s links

Debbie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Sapphire Chihuahuas 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Sapphire Chihuahuas 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 Chihuahuas.

  • 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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • 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.

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