About Artwyrks
BREEDING FOR HEALTH AND TEMPERAMENT IS MY PASSION
I live in a lovely, family oriented neighborhood in La Habra, California, have been breeding dogs since 1998 and showing dogs since 2002. I am a proud member of The Havanese Club of America, where I am a Breeder of Merit. I am passionate about my "furkids" and love talking with you whether you want to give one of my precious little ones a home, or you just are gathering information so you can make a wise choice. Please ask lots of questions of any breeder from whom you are thinking about purchasing a puppy. They should provide you with copies of all health certifications. Don't just take their word for it. This is a life time commitment, so please choose carefully. You might spend a little more money initially when you buy from a reputable breeder, but you will spend much more in vet bills over the life time of your pet if you buy a puppy that develops numerous health problems.
This is a picture of me holding Bitsy, my first Bred-By Champion, AKC CH Artwyrks Justa Bit of Elegance (2007-2024). She's the one who started it all! I started with Bichons and through friends who had bichons and havanese fell in love with this delightful breed, so now have only havanese. I breed to the AKC breed standard, I only breed dogs who have passed all age appropriate genetic health tests, and only to better the breed. I love to show my dogs and occasionally keep a puppy to show; however, I prefer to place my little ones in companion homes in which they will be dearly loved so they can bless you as they continue to bless my home with love and laughter.
Comprehensive Genetic Health Guarantee
The greatest single reason I got started in this endeavor is my little pet store Bichon, Kaytee, pictured above. She passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at the age of sixteen years. She suffered from many health issues because of unethical backyard breeding. I loved her dearly and she will always be in my heart. I cared for her for her entire life, no matter the cost financially or emotionally. However, if I can do my small part in preventing others from going through the same anguish, then I've accomplished my mission. Click on the following link to see the health testing I do.
PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED FOR BREEDING HEALTHY PUPPIES
NEWS FLASH!
Artwyrks Has a New AKC Champion!
Amicelli Manos Gentis became an AKC Champion at 8 months old on Saturday, March 30, 2024 in Henderson, Nevada! Thanks Cindy Meyer for awarding my girl, Winners, Best of Opposite Sex, and Best of Breed Owner Handler! Amicelli also won a Group 2 in the Owner Handler Toy Group!
NEWS FLASH!
ARTWYRKS HAS A NEW AKC GRAND CHAMPION!
GCHCH Amicelli Manos Gentis became a Grand Champion on Sunday, May 25, 2024 at the age of 10 months! Thank you to AKC Judge, Susan St. John Brown for recognizing my little spitfire! Special Thanks to Ramune Stasytiene for breeding this special little girl and allowing her to come live with me!
Thank you for visiting my site. Reservations are closed for puppies due in September, 2024. If you are interested in giving one of my babies a loving home or want information about my future litter plans please fill out the puppy questionnaire and I will contact you shortly.
HELPFUL LINKS
Havanese Club of America, INC
Click on the following link to go to The Havanese Club of America website:
Life's Abundance Dog Food
Click on the following link to go to Life's Abundance Premium Dog Food:
Great Havanese Grooming Book
If you are planning on keeping your dog in a long coat, you'll want to purchase the book, From Nose To Tail. Click on the following link to purchase it:
CONTRACTS
Puppy Reservation Form
Click on the following link to see a sample of my reservation form:
Companion Puppy Sales Contract
Click on the following link to see a sample of my companion sales contract