I'm Melisa P., the breeder behind Tailwynd Kennels located in Athens, GA. We are proud of the support we give our buyers and of our commitment to continue to research and enhance the breed standard. We are committed to the research, development, and improvement of the dogs we breed. As breeders, our promise is to never sacrifice quality and integrity for quantity.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Cami
Went home
Female
JR
Went home
Male
Baby Cami
Went home
Female
Cerviche
Went home
Female
Slash
Went home
Female
Tostada
Went home
Female
Tamale
Went home
Female
Blueberry
Went home
Male
Cosmic
Went home
Male
Snickerdoodle
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Reserved
Female
Girl 2
Reserved
Female
Dip
Went home
Female
CAMI
Went home
Female
Fuzzy
Went home
Male
Noir
Went home
Female
Button
Went home
Female
Fuzzy
Went home
Male
Baby Loki
Went home
Male
Fuzzy
Went home
Male
Spot
Went home
Male
Baby Loki
Went home
Male
Noir
Went home
Female
Button
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Melisa
Melisa 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 Melisa to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Melisa 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 Melisa 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 Melisa directly.
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
AKC registration
Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melisa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Athens, GA
4548 miles away
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More about Melisa
Melisa has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Melisa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
MP
Melisa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Tailwynd Kennels 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
All breeds
Australian Cattle Dog
Xoloitzcuintli
Tivali, mom
Australian Cattle Dog
About Tivali
Tivali has a strong working drive. She is typical Cattle Dog but very sweet to her people.
Baloo, dad
Australian Cattle Dog
About Baloo
Baloo is very sweet but typical Cattle Dog male. He has a good work ethic and is very bidable.
Bret, mom
Australian Cattle Dog
About Bret
Bret is the all around perfect dog. She is drovey with a shut off switch. She is loyal but can be trusted being out in a crown. She has no fear and is game for anything.
Zuko, dad
Australian Cattle Dog
About Zuko
Zuko has a wonderful temperment for a male ACD. He has never met a stranger and loves everyone. He is friendly and outgoing and extr biddable. He has both majors towards his Championship and is currently training in agility, FASTXAT, and Scentwork.
Bella, mom
Xoloitzcuintli
About Bella
Bella is a female Xoloitzcuintli. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melisa decided to make her part of their program. Melisa 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.
Parent health testing
Australian Cattle Dog
Xoloitzcuintli
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Tailwynd Kennels 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 Australian Cattle Dogs.
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.
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).