I'm Richard K., the breeder behind Shadybrook Havanese located in North Plains, OR. We understand the responsibility of purposefully breeding in order to do better for the breed and the families that love them! Quality, health-tested, and socialized dogs are the principal components of our success as reputable breeders. We’re proud of the seamless transition our puppies are able to make as fun, lovable family members.
Q. & A. with Richard
What makes your program special?
Grand Champion parents that live in forever homes and have passed all their health tests. Puppies are raised in our home and around many people and children growing up.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Richard
Richard 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 $200 refundable deposit and $2,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes 1 year guarantee against genetic debilitating diseases, deworming, first vaccinations and veterinary health checks. Our puppies are all the same price. They have been wormed with negative fecals, checked by our veterinarian and had vaccines appropriate for their age.”
Contract & health guarantee
Richard 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 Richard 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 Richard directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Richard.
Breeder’s location
Meet in North Plains, OR
2337 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at PDX
2322 miles away
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More about Richard
Club memberships
Richard is a member of Oregon Trail Havanese Club.
Richard has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Richard was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Richard is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Shadybrook Havanese 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
Katie, mom
Havanese
About Katie
Katie is a female Havanese. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Richard decided to make her part of their program. Richard 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.
PLENT'E, dad
Havanese
About PLENT'E
PLENT'E is a male Havanese. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Richard decided to make him part of their program. Richard 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
Shadybrook Havanese 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 Havanese.
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 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.
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.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Richard to bring home their puppies.
Elayne B.
Verified owner · Apr. 2023
Richard’s knowledge and help along the way really has enhanced our experience in choosing the perfect pup for us. George is adorable, so smart and so very much fun! What a wonderful addition to our family!
We are so thrilled to have such a knowledgable person who cares about his pups even after they ‘leave’ him! We also made a new friend in the process…