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Sonsteby
- Menifee, CA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristy K., the breeder behind Sonsteby located in Menifee, CA. My mission is to raise pups that are set to become the best companion pets and possible competitors in AKC EVENTS. I have protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all of my dogs. It’s my top priority to make sure each of our puppy families welcomes a happy and healthy new family member.
Q. & A. with Kristy
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding to maintain and when possible to improve the Breed according to both the American whippet Club and AKC standards. I try to create a beautiful whippets that are both sound in body and mind.What makes your program special?
I make sure that my puppies come from health tested parents and very important good temperaments to make life of my dogs as companions the best that they can be.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and blue brindle, white and red brindle, white and fawn, white and red, red, fawn brindle, black, fawn, blue fawn, black brindle, blue brindle, and cream. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kristy
Kristy 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 refundable deposit and between $2,300 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“AKC Registered & Health guarantee, pups will be microchipped, UTD on vaccines, have wellness check at my VCA Vet Yorba Linda Regional hospital. Housebroken to a doggy door. Raised inside my home. Depends on the reason for changing of the buyers situation. and the consequence if I hold a puppy off the market or for a unforeseen unanticipated drastic change of one of life's situations.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristy 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 Kristy 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 Kristy 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
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
- Registration
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Menifee, CA
5771 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Palm Springs Airport
5741 miles away
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Meet in Yucca Valley, CA
5722 miles away
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More about Kristy
Club memberships
Kristy is a member of American Whippet Club.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Professional Groomer.
Kristy has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Kristy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Kristy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sonsteby 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
Hula, mom
Whippet
About Hula
Hula loves Frisbee and likes a lot of attention. Also in her coloration she is what they call a watermarked sable fawn and white.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Sonsteby 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 Whippets.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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), 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.
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.
