| Welcome to our web page! My name is Shelli, and it was certainly love at first sight when I saw my first Leo at the dogpark...and it's been an obsession ever since! These dogs have brought so much happiness to me - including the love of my life - Jon and his Leonberger, Leo! We live in a small town near the beach in southern California and our dogs are part of our family. We include them in everything, and they include us in their activities as well. We are active members of the Leonberger Club of America, firm believers in the breeding regulations, active in showing, rescue and the friends we've met along the way through these wonderful dogs! We are not planning any litters at this time, but are rebuilding and waiting for our next puppy. Click below to learn more about Leo's Leonberger Club of America Don't buy a Leonberger if... |
We love large hairy dogs, Leo's are an agile, intelligent, working
breed. They shed a lot - but we don't mind, dog hair is way of
life and a small price to pay for these wonderful dogs.
The breed loves water, and this means they will find any way
possible to be wet. From sleeping in their water bowls as pups,
to digging the water
out of your toilet it means wet paws as often as they can get it!
Leonbergers are large dogs, and energetic pups. This means early
and consistent training and socialization is a must!! As a puppy buyer
you must know that your 20 pound ball of fuzz at 8 weeks, can turn
into a 85 - 100 pound ball of energy at 8 - 10 months.
If you haven't laid the ground work with puppy kindergarten
and at least one additional obedience class, you've lost half
the battle already. Leo's are capable of competitive obedience
work, but its not the rule. However they excel in therapy work,
carting, and water testing all with the proper training.
Many Leos have touched the lives of critically ill, and elderly
patients bringing a smile to their days.
Their coats require a thorough brushing once a week. Some Leos
require upkeep of their fluff every other day to keep it from
matting. Different coat types do exist in the breed, and its
hard to tell what kind you'll get out of a pup. They rarely
need baths, they are not an oily breed with bad odor. They
shed regularly, but shed profusely twice a year when they
blow their undercoat.
There are no perfect dogs, all dogs have health problems
(including mixed breeds) and Leos are no different. The
Leonberger Club of America has done its best since 1985
to ensure that we breed the healthiest and most true to the
standard dogs possible. Every LCA kennel must follow the
code of ethics, and abide by the breeding regulations. Any
Leo who is to be used for breeding must have 3 generations
free of hip dysplasia, to have clear hips and elbows certified
by OFA themselves, clear CERF tests and a baseline thyroid
OFA test. Additionally dogs and bitches must be evaluated
and given a breeding Category and Rating by the club after
the age of two. To get that Category and Rating, the dogs
have to go through a lengthy written evaluation by a
trained LCA examiner which is then reviewed by a three
member panel. This includes not only structure and
temperament but also the health tests are taken into
account. Until that point all Leos are unbreedable.
LCA member kennels are the only kennels
required to conform to these high breeding standards.
We strive to breed the best dogs so that we can produce the
best pups.
No dog is perfect, but our contracts have guarantees on hips
and a first right of refusal to buy back your pup should you
ever find yourself needing to re-home your Leo. We are looking
for a commitment from you - A commitment to the breed, to
your pup, to training and to ensuring the best health care
regimen. We don't take breeding lightly, and I don't send
my pups to people who take pet ownership lightly. Its our
responsibility to protect these majestic animals, it's the least
we can do for all they give us.
Shelli
breed. They shed a lot - but we don't mind, dog hair is way of
life and a small price to pay for these wonderful dogs.
The breed loves water, and this means they will find any way
possible to be wet. From sleeping in their water bowls as pups,
to digging the water
out of your toilet it means wet paws as often as they can get it!
Leonbergers are large dogs, and energetic pups. This means early
and consistent training and socialization is a must!! As a puppy buyer
you must know that your 20 pound ball of fuzz at 8 weeks, can turn
into a 85 - 100 pound ball of energy at 8 - 10 months.
If you haven't laid the ground work with puppy kindergarten
and at least one additional obedience class, you've lost half
the battle already. Leo's are capable of competitive obedience
work, but its not the rule. However they excel in therapy work,
carting, and water testing all with the proper training.
Many Leos have touched the lives of critically ill, and elderly
patients bringing a smile to their days.
Their coats require a thorough brushing once a week. Some Leos
require upkeep of their fluff every other day to keep it from
matting. Different coat types do exist in the breed, and its
hard to tell what kind you'll get out of a pup. They rarely
need baths, they are not an oily breed with bad odor. They
shed regularly, but shed profusely twice a year when they
blow their undercoat.
There are no perfect dogs, all dogs have health problems
(including mixed breeds) and Leos are no different. The
Leonberger Club of America has done its best since 1985
to ensure that we breed the healthiest and most true to the
standard dogs possible. Every LCA kennel must follow the
code of ethics, and abide by the breeding regulations. Any
Leo who is to be used for breeding must have 3 generations
free of hip dysplasia, to have clear hips and elbows certified
by OFA themselves, clear CERF tests and a baseline thyroid
OFA test. Additionally dogs and bitches must be evaluated
and given a breeding Category and Rating by the club after
the age of two. To get that Category and Rating, the dogs
have to go through a lengthy written evaluation by a
trained LCA examiner which is then reviewed by a three
member panel. This includes not only structure and
temperament but also the health tests are taken into
account. Until that point all Leos are unbreedable.
LCA member kennels are the only kennels
required to conform to these high breeding standards.
We strive to breed the best dogs so that we can produce the
best pups.
No dog is perfect, but our contracts have guarantees on hips
and a first right of refusal to buy back your pup should you
ever find yourself needing to re-home your Leo. We are looking
for a commitment from you - A commitment to the breed, to
your pup, to training and to ensuring the best health care
regimen. We don't take breeding lightly, and I don't send
my pups to people who take pet ownership lightly. Its our
responsibility to protect these majestic animals, it's the least
we can do for all they give us.
Shelli
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