Steadfast Whippets
- Lakewood, OH
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Jonathan P., the breeder behind Steadfast Whippets located in Lakewood, OH. Thanks for your interest in acquiring a puppy from us. We are a family that loves whippets as companions and competitors and seeks to use “best practices” in everything we do, including health testing, early socialization, and matching puppies with the best possible forever homes.
Q. & A. with Jonathan
Why did you start breeding?
Dogs have been my passion since childhood, when I competed in 4-H and later AKC junior handling. Our dogs are an integral part of our family. From birth, they grow in a secure, loving environment that includes living with children. We plan to breed a minimal number of litters (one every two or three years), with health and temperament as our primary goals, followed closely by beauty (as defined by the AKC standard) and lure coursing ability.What makes your program special?
Because we produce so few litters, we can be selective about the homes our puppies go to. Among other things, we require a fenced (5-6') yard and plan for adequate exercise and socialization.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and fawn brindle and fawn brindle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Shep
Went homeMale
Myrtle
Went homeFemale
Gabe
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Jonathan
Jonathan 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
“Our primary concern is matching individual puppies with the right homes. Puppies are current on all vaccinations and microchipped. ”
Contract & health guarantee
Jonathan 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 Jonathan 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 Jonathan directly.
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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Jonathan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lakewood, OH
284 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Cleveland Hopkins Airport
283 miles away
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More about Jonathan
Jonathan has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Jonathan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Jonathan’s links
Jonathan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Steadfast Whippets 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
Blair, mom
Whippet
About Blair
Blair is the sweetest girl, with a wonderful temperament. She is active but not hyper and very affectionate.
Great health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.Olive, mom
Whippet
About Olive
Olive is a female Whippet. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jonathan decided to make her part of their program. Jonathan 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.
Great health testing
OFA Auscultation and Echocardiogram, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.
Parent health testing
Great level
Steadfast Whippets 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 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 , 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.
