Protégé Belgians
- Mitchell, SD
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Meet the breeder
I'm Shelby, the breeder behind Protégé Belgians located in Mitchell, SD. We work hard to produce healthy, well-rounded Belgian Tervuren puppies that will make others as happy as our dogs have made us! We commit ourselves towards preparing each one of our puppies to thrive in their new homes, and we enjoy working with their new families so that they can raise their beloved companions with confidence!
Q. & A. with Shelby
What makes your program special?
We care about our dogs and do everything we can for them. Every puppy is apart of our pack for life including their new family. We want them to be great members of society and try to set them up for success!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include mahogany and black and fawn and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Shelby
Shelby 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
Connect with Shelby to learn more details about pricing.
“AKC limited registration, microchip, 2 rounds of DHPP and bordetella vaccines, deworming, and lifetime breeder support. All our puppies are the same price and sold on limited AKC registration. Full can be released after health testing and titling is completed. Deposits are non refundable. Co owns are considered on a case by case basis.”
Contract & health guarantee
Shelby 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 Shelby 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 Shelby 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
- AKC registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Shelby.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Mitchell, SD
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Joe Foss Field
More about Shelby
Club memberships
Shelby is a member of Sioux Empire Kennel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Dog Trainer, CHIC Certified, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, American Kennel Club Canine College, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Veterinary Technician , Puppy Culture Breeder.
Shelby has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Shelby was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Shelby’s links
Shelby is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Protégé Belgians 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Protégé Belgians 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 Belgian Tervuren.
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 Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
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.
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).
