Solstice Havanese

Martha M.

Breeder of Havanese

Meet the breeder

I'm Martha M., the breeder behind Solstice Havanese located in Lake Oswego, OR. My focus is on maintaining the Havanese standard by raising structurally sound and healthy puppies with excellent temperaments. I enjoy showing my dogs, so breed type, conformation, and temperament are vital. Those are the things that make a Havanese a Havanese as it is a very versatile breed. I also enjoy performing in agility, tricks, rally, and other fun activities like long walks and playing fetch. It would be my pleasure to introduce your family to your next Havanese.

Q. & A. with Martha

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My dogs are excellent examples of the Havanese breed. They are great athletes, healthy, smart, and loving. I want to continue to have excellent dogs and share them with others.

  • What makes your program special?

    My dogs are health and genetic tested and are excellent examples of of the breed. They live in my home and are well rounded, doing a variety of sports and activities to keep them mentally and physically active. I will be doing limited breeding. Since I cannot have lots of adult dogs in my home, I will, at times, be looking for loving homes for retired breeding dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Martha

Martha 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 Martha to learn more details about pricing.

Contract & health guarantee

Martha 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 Martha 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 Martha 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Lake Oswego, OR

2323 miles away

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More about Martha

  • Club memberships

    Martha is a member of Cascade Havenese Club, Oregon Trail Havanese Club, and Havanese Club of America.

  • Martha has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years

    Martha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Martha’s links

Martha is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Solstice 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 health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Solstice 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Animal Genetics 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).

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