I'm Susie N., the breeder behind Trillium Point Stabyhouns located in Wheaton, IL. Our dogs are bred for health and breed conformation. Temperament is significant piece of conformation. We are also dedicated to keeping the dogs true to their original purpose as all around farm dogs. We maintain relationships with new puppy owners through the life of the dog.
Q. & A. with Susie
Why did you start breeding?
I never thought I would breed, but because of the ASA, I am thrilled to be able to participate in this critically important breed preservation program.
What makes your program special?
1) The focus on breed preservation 2) We work with breeders internationally. We actually have an International Committee and we meet monthly. 3) We have a central database that tracks all of dogs and health data points.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Susie
Susie 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 $500 refundable deposit and $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes health guarantee, AKC-FSS registration, Pedigree, initial vaccinations, initial vet check, microchip, Embark, 3YR ASA Membership.”
Contract & health guarantee
Susie 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 Susie 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 Susie directly.
Trillium Point Stabyhouns 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Trillium Point Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhouns.
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.
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Cerebral Dysfunction, Frisian Stabyhoun Type, 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).