Three Boys Bassets

Shellie

Breeder of Basset Hounds

  • Tehachapi, CA

Meet the breeder

I'm Shellie, the breeder behind Three Boys Bassets located in Tehachapi, CA. We understand the responsibility of purposefully breeding in order to do better for the breed and the families that love them! Breeder support and a continued effort to enhance the breed are the main objectives of our program. We hope to stay connected to our buyers long after the puppy goes home!

Q. & A. with Shellie

  • 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 Shellie

Shellie 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes the guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming and puppy socialization. All puppies are the same price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Shellie 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 Shellie 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 Shellie 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Tehachapi, CA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Meadows Field

More about Shellie

  • Shellie has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Shellie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Shellie’s links

Shellie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Three Boys Bassets 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Three Boys Bassets 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 Basset Hounds.

  • Gonioscopy

    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.

  • Lafora Disease (LD), Primary Open Angle Glaucoma, Basset Hound Type

    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 Shellie to bring home their puppies.

  • Tim G.

    Verified owner · June 2023

    Shellie at three boys bassets was always great to deal with very responsive and caring about her puppies I couldn't be happier with my new girl Lucy ❤️ Shellie made me feel like a part of her basset family and would send me pictures and videos whenever I asked and now after 2 weeks with my new puppy she still checks in to see how Lucy is adjusting to her new home. Three boys bassets is a family oriented breeder who shows there puppies lots of love. I couldn't be happier thank you Shellie

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