Stephanie Ruiz
- Orangeburg, SC
- Responds within a day
Available puppies and older dogs
Cortina
6 years old · Female
Cat
4 years old · Female
Chief
3 years old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Stephanie R., the breeder behind Stephanie Ruiz located in Orangeburg, SC. We are huge animal lovers and have a special place in our hearts for our dogs. We want to provide top-quality beloved companions. 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 Stephanie
Why did you start breeding?
I have always had a love for all animals and and my whole life I raised many kind!! And I have always wanted a large dog to keep me company and safe and with research I came upon the breed presa canario And when I first meet my boy I instantly fell I love and about after a year of getting him I knew in my heart I wanted his pups and we decided it was time to get a female And I absolutely love these dogsWhere do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Cat
Went homeFemale
TBD
Went homeGirl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 7
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
White
Went homeFemale
Blue
Went homeMale
green
Went homeMale
Purple
Went homeFemale
Pink
Went homeFemale
Red
Went homeMale
Orange
Went homeMale
Black
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Stephanie
Stephanie 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
“The price includes 1 month puppy Health guarantee along with ukc paperwork (with breeding rights) puppy starter kit and partial house training and socializing These puppies are kept inside with parents and other dogs and cats. I will need a $500 deposit to hold puppies.”
Contract & health guarantee
Stephanie 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 Stephanie 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 Stephanie 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Stephanie.
Breeder's location
Meet in Orangeburg, SC
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Charleston Airport / Charleston AFB
Meet in Atlanta, GA
More about Stephanie
Stephanie has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Stephanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Stephanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Stephanie Ruiz 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
Tonka, dad
Perro de Presa Canario
About Tonka
Tonka is a male Perro de Presa Canario. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Stephanie decided to make him part of their program. Stephanie 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.
Uploaded health tests
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA).Cortona, mom
Perro de Presa Canario
About Cortona
Cortona is a female Perro de Presa Canario. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Stephanie decided to make her part of their program. Stephanie 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.
Uploaded health tests
Agouti DNA Test, Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered).
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Stephanie Ruiz 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 Perro de Presa Canarios.
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.
Full Embark 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Stephanie to bring home their puppies.
- RS
Ricky S.
Verified owner · Dec. 2024
Absolutely ecstatic about our pup. Stephanie kept us informed from initial contact to pick up. Good Dog made the process easy. We couldn't be happier with Achilles!
