I'm the breeder behind Vigilant K9 located in Moriarty, NM. We offer well-rounded puppies who will excel in any adventure with their new family. Our primary focus is to produce dogs with strong working ability, solid temperaments, great health, and sound moderate structure. Our dogs work hard, play hard, love hard, and are part of the family. We prepare all of our pups to excel in life.
Q. & A. with Deborah
Why did you start breeding?
It is important to me that I not only continue my own phenomenal bloodlines but that I am improving this breed with each litter and ensuring the well-being of these dogs for generations more to come. It is an honor to represent this breed and create opportunities for others to experience the same joy that I've found in raising these wonderful dogs.
What makes your program special?
Our program is committed to only breeding dogs that we feel are excellent representations of their standard and will positively contribute to their breed and the families who love them. Our commitment is to provide you with a professional and friendly puppy-buying experience; and that includes always having responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies. We pride ourselves on helping all of our clients find the right fit for their needs and lifestyle. We are passionate about Belgian Malinois, and our love for these dogs shines through in every aspect of our breeding program.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Deborah
Deborah 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 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price runs from pet quality to trained dogs in detection, protection, and/or sports. Prices can change if the owner wants a dual-purpose dog. Potential owners pay deposit to hold puppy. Pups born the deposit pays for pup needs vet care & etc. We make sure the right puppy goes into the proper home by testing puppies' temperament & abilities.”
Contract & health guarantee
Deborah 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 Deborah 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 Deborah directly.
Vigilant K9 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 Belgian Malinois.
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.
Full Embark 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).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.