Timaru Salukis & Anatolians
Meet the breeder
I'm Lesley B., the breeder behind Timaru Salukis & Anatolians located in Bodega, CA. We have been involved with purebred dogs since 1965. Our goal is to ensure that every puppy we produce is equipped with the necessary skills and genetics to live a long, happy and healthy life and is prepared for its future role when it leaves our care.
Q. & A. with Lesley
Why did you start breeding?
When choosing a dog to live with, I wanted one that was an easy keeper, beautiful to look at, healthy and had an adaptable temperament. I found I could not predictable buy what I wanted, so began studying the art and science of breeding better dogs.What makes your program special?
We strongly believe that dogs should not only look like what the AKC Standard calls for, but that they should be capable of doing what they were bred to do. In Salukis, that means a dog that is beautiful, competent in the field and a trustworthy companion. In Anatolians, that means a dog that is able to become a trusted guardian, is soundly structured and of reliable temperament.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Anatolian Shepherd Dog puppies include white, biscuit and white, and fawn. Saluki puppies include red, golden, fawn, cream, black tan and white, and black and silver. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Lesley
Lesley 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 Lesley to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Lesley 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 Lesley 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 Lesley 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
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lesley.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Bodega, CA
5655 miles away
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More about Lesley
Club memberships
Lesley is a member of Saluki Club of Greater San Francisco, Anatolian Shepherd Dog Club International, Anatolian Shepherd Dog Clug of America, American Saluki Association, and Saluki Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Lesley has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Lesley was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Lesley is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Timaru Salukis & Anatolians 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
Demeter, mom
Saluki
About Demeter
Demeter is a female Saluki. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lesley decided to make her part of their program. Lesley 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
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Saluki
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Timaru Salukis & Anatolians 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 Anatolian Shepherd 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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Brucellosis
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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).
