Stagecoach Dalmatians

Tara B.

Breeder of Dalmatians

  • Hagerstown, MD · 43 miles away
  • Responds within a few days

Upcoming litters

Rudy
PRADA

Planned Dalmatian litter

Due Oct. 2026

Ready Jan. 2027

Meet the breeder

I'm Tara B., the breeder behind Stagecoach Dalmatians located in Hagerstown, MD. We truly love our dogs and what we do! We offer top-quality, AKC, healthy pups for Maryland and surrounding area residents. Our Dalmatians are raised in our home as beloved members of our family so that we can prepare them to be wonderful additions to yours. They are well-tempered, health-tested, family companions with foundations that nurture curiosity, drive, and obedience. We teach obedience.

Q. & A. with Tara

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got my first Dalmatian in 1987. I trained my first boy, Max, in obedience and decided to get into breeding to produce Dalmatians with sound structure and wonderful temperaments. I have been breeding and competing in conformation and obedience ever since. I took a little time off for for raising children. There is no dog like a Dalmatian; they are the ultimate velcro dog.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our puppies get a tremendous amount of socialization and leave our home as confident outgoing puppies. Both of us are long-time obedience instructors of 25+ years. We are always there to help if you need it. We love what we do and truly want the very best for our puppies and their forever families.

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

    Our puppies are white and black. Colors will 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 Tara

Tara 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.

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 $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“We require a $500 deposit and the remainder of the balance ($1500 is paid when you pick up your puppy. Included is AKC registration, BAER hearing tests (results provided), temperament test results, microchip, and veterinarian examination (with a copy provided) and first set of shots are given prior to leaving. Puppies are dewormed every two weeks from birth. All puppies are the same price. All puppies come from the same high quality parents with AKC Championship and Grand Championship titles. Pedigree will be provided at time of purchase.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tara 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 Tara 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 Tara 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
      • 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
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Hagerstown, MD

43 miles away

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More about Tara

  • Club memberships

    Tara is a member of Kennel Club of Anne Arundel, Canine Training Association, Mason Dixon Kennel Club, Dalmatian Club of America, and American Kennel Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Blue Ribbon Breeder, AKC Canine Ambassador, Associate Dog Trainer, CHIC Certified, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Tara has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years

    Tara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Tara’s links

Tara is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Stagecoach Dalmatians 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Stagecoach Dalmatians 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 Dalmatians.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Brucellosis, 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.

  • OFA/CHIC DNA Repository

    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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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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