Treasure Isle Silks

Marilyn S.

Breeder of Havana Silk Dogs

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Marilyn S., the breeder behind Treasure Isle Silks located in Virginia Beach, VA. We are a rare breed club. Our focus is on the health and longevity of this breed as well as raising well-adjusted companions. We are located at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. We overlook the island where, legend says, Blackbeard hid and watched while waiting for ships to enter the bay. He would then sail out to ambush them. It is this history and connection to the pirates that sailed the Caribbean seas that led us to our kennel name.

Q. & A. with Marilyn

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We found this breed when we weren’t looking; our daughter was looking. We found the HSDAA when going to the 2015 National Specialty Show in Virginia Beach. We entered our Chewy (GCH By The Bay Chewbacca @ Treasure Isle) and the rest is history. We were hooked. The breed is fabulous. Seeing them in a group proves it. The club members are warm and inviting and dedicated to the health and conformation of this breed. A year later we got our next two Silks. It is hard to have just one. Our girl, Misty (CH Dade Misty Inis Treasure Isle) won Best In Show Senior Puppy at the I.C.E. Show in Lakeland FL in April 2017. We came home with many ribbons and great evaluations. Our boy, Oliver, is a companion dog. He is a pistol and a clown and keeps us laughing.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our club is focused on the health of this amazing breed. My breeding program is likewise focused on the health and temperament of each of my puppies. I am dedicated to finding a home for them that is the perfect match for both the puppy and the family. I keep my puppies for 10 weeks and I require puppy buyers to come to my home in Virginia to pick up the puppy in person. All puppies are hearing tested, vet checked, vaccinated with the first vaccine, microchipped and temperament tested prior to leaving for their new homes. My application is detailed for a reason. I utilize the application information, the interview, and the puppy temperament test to place the proper puppy with the right family. I have had great success with happy families and happy puppies.

  • 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 Marilyn

Marilyn 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 $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“All of our puppies are the same price. I require full payment before picking up the puppy. All of our puppies are the same price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Marilyn 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 Marilyn 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 Marilyn 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 Marilyn.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Virginia Beach, VA

4113 miles away

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More about Marilyn

  • Club memberships

    Marilyn is a member of Havana Silk Dog Association of America and Havana Silk Dog Association of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, Avidog Associate, CHIC Certified.

  • Marilyn has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years

    Marilyn was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Marilyn’s links

Marilyn is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Treasure Isle Silks 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

Excellent level

Treasure Isle Silks 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 Havana Silk 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.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    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.

  • 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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • Standard Veterinary Blood Panel, Serum Bile Acid Test, Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)

    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.

  • DNA Repository, DNA Profile

    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).

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