Tightline
- Lake Wales, FL
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm C. E. P., the breeder behind Tightline located in Lake Wales, FL. The black mouth cur is a breed with deep roots in my life. Therefore, I breed to preserve the history of this rustic breed. However, I also breed dogs who are structured to work and be competitive within the show ring. My dogs come from lines within central Florida and are UKC registered.
Q. & A. with C. E.
Why did you start breeding?
I have trained and shown dogs my whole life, upon moving back to my hometown and revisiting my roots was what made me realize the breed I love has always been the Black Mouth Cur. Upon researching, I began to realize that there aren't many out there who are proving the versatility of this breed, I decided to combine my talents as a handler and my knowledge of the breed to create something special.What makes your program special?
I do not breed for the public. I breed to better the breed I love. My program has dogs with titles on both ends and parents who meet personal qualifications. This is not my priority income and will never be. It is just a part of making the breed better.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include yellow, buckskin, and brown. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
String-Bean
ReservedFemale
Getting a puppy from C. E.
C. E. 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
“All puppies are the same price regardless of color. This price guarantees UKC registration, 6-week & 9-week vaccinations, deworming, and a happy puppy. I ask for a deposit that will be taken off the total amount. This deposit is requested at the time the puppies are evaluated and you are satisfied with the puppy we matched you with.”
Contract & health guarantee
C. E. 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 C. E. 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 C. E. 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
- Scent introduction
- 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
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- AKC registration
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from C. E..
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lake Wales, FL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tampa Airport
Meet in Tampa, FL
More about C. E.
Club memberships
C. E. is a member of United States Australian Shepherd Club, Sport Aussies of the Sunshine State, Australian Shepherd Club of America, Imperial Polk Obedience Club, Dogo Argentino Club of America, Australian Shepherd Club of Central Florida, and Central Florida Dogo Argentino Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Judge, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Dog trainer, Royal Canin Crown Breeder, American Kennel Club Canine College.
C. E. has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
C. E. was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
C. E. is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Tightline 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
C. E. P.
Program update on 28 Dec. 2025 •…Tightline crew continues to be versatile in the woods or in the show ring. Introducing UKC Champions 🔥 CH. Tightline’s Down in Flames “Jesse” 🫘 CH. Tightline’s Die to B Me “Bean”
C. E. P.
Program update on 22 July 2025 •…Lots of hogs stopped thanks to team Tightline! Bean is now consistently ranging 400-500 yards every time we drop the box. She is all bark but will lay teeth on one if she has assistance. Jesse has developed into a gritty catch dog. Although he’ll work a hot track all he wants to do is lay teeth on them! Jesse is 🔥 Tightline’s Down in Flames 🔥 Bean is 🫘 Tightline’s Die to B Me 🫘
C. E. P.
Program update on 31 Mar. 2025 •…This “prissy show dog” makes a good hunting buddy! Bean striking out 400+ yards last night and helping the experienced dogs bay this big sow (yes SOW!). Bean is Tightline’s Die to B Me 🫘
Parent dogs
Jesse, dad
Black Mouth Cur
About Jesse
Carries mask NKC & UKC registered From herding & hunting lines
String-Bean, mom
Black Mouth Cur
About String-Bean
Carries brindle NKC & UKC registered From hunting lines
Annie, mom
Black Mouth Cur
About Annie
Bred by Off the Chain Hog Dogs in SFL Hunting lines NKC & UKC Registered
Sid, dad
Black Mouth Cur
About Sid
Sid is a male Black Mouth Cur about 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, C. E. decided to make him part of their program. C. E. 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.
Cheese, mom
Black Mouth Cur
About Cheese
Carries NBT, solids, and reds NKC & UKC Registered From hunting lines
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Tightline 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 Black Mouth Curs.
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.
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.
DNA Disease 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).
