I'm Melissa S., the breeder behind Wicked Wolfhounds Ltd. located in Colorado. Our breeding program stands out because of the personal attention we give to every detail of the journey. From researching breeding pairs and conducting health testing, to purposefully raising each pup with proper socialization and care, our goal is to help preserve this historic breed.
Q. & A. with Melissa
Why did you start breeding?
Being a veterinary technician really spurred my interest in breeding after we brought home our first Wolfhound in 2015. Researching lineage and health concerns in the breed has been a driving force for my breeding program. Focusing on better health and temperament and preserving this historic breed is our goal.
What makes your program special?
All our dogs and puppies are raised in our home with us 24/7. I sleep in the whelp room with the puppies and mom until they're about 6-7 weeks old so they have constant care. We raise our puppies on the Puppy Culture program and are exposed to numerous stimulus from the time they're born. We take pride in the fact that our puppies are very well rounded by the time they go to their new homes.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa 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 between $3,500 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“AKC puppy from health screened parents. Every puppy comes with a contract, vaccines up to date, dewormed, vet visit, microchip, small go home bag and liver shunt testing prior to going home. Deposit is collected at 4-6 weeks of age and after buyer has fully gone over contract and agrees to every part of contract. Deposit is non-refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Colorado
1508 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Denver Airport
1447 miles away
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More about Melissa
Club memberships
Melissa is a member of Plum Creek Kennel Club, Rocky Mountain Irish Wolfhound Association, National Irish Wolfhound Association, and Irish Wolfhound Club of America.
Wicked Wolfhounds Ltd. 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
Siofra, mom
Irish Wolfhound
About Siofra
2023 AKC Conromation Stats:
Number 4 Owner-Handled Irish Wolfhound
Number 5 Irish Wolfhound breed
Grainne, mom
Irish Wolfhound
About Grainne
Grainne (Grawn-yah) is another one of our female breeder Wolfhounds. She has so much to offer! Grainne is loving, goofy, so smart, well structured and loves to run! This beautiful girl has a a huge future ahead of her. She is AKC registered and has obtained her CGC (Canine Good Citizen) title. We have also been training for FastCat with this speedy gal. She has been liver shunt tested and OFA eye tested.
Nevanthi, mom
Irish Wolfhound
About Nevanthi
Nevanthi (Nev-an-thy) is one of our female breeder Wolfhound. She is extremely smart, willing to please, beyond sweet, and such a goofball with beautiful structure. This girl has so much to offer. She has obtained her CGC (Canine Good Citizenship) title & her CGCA (Canine Good Citizen Advance) title. She has numerous wins under her belt and is working towards her championship. She is AKC & UKC registered. She has been liver shunt tested & completed all OFA health testing.
CHIC #: 169303
Lochlann, dad
Irish Wolfhound
About Lochlann
Lochlann is our breeding male Wolfhound. He is very loving, smart, & has amazing temperament. He has his CGC (Canine Good Citizen) title, CGCA (Canine Good Citizen Advance) title, CGCU (Canine Good Citizen Urban) title, and ATT (American Temperment Test) title. We are currently working towards his champion title as well. He is AKC & UKC registered. Lochlann has a numerous wins under his belt as well as a NOHS group 1 win. He has also been liver shunt tested and completed all OFA health testing.
CHIC#: 165415
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Wicked Wolfhounds Ltd. 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 Irish Wolfhounds.
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.
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.