Poppy
She is our current Havanese momma in our breeding program. Poppy is a sweet and kind hearted Havanese. She loves to play with Leo and will play a bit of fetch in our back yard where they can run and run. She had her first litter in January 2026 of Havanese and her second litter in August 2026 which is Havapoo. She loves being with the puppies and I think her favorite part is when they start to play. She is a beautiful red sable with grey, black and a bit of white in the mix.
Dixie’s now retired
Dixie is an AKC-registered Havanese who was handpicked and traveled across the country to join our family in early 2021. Since arriving in the Pacific Northwest, she’s been stealing hearts everywhere she goes. Exceptionally loyal and completely devoted to my husband, Dixie’s personality is both radiant and infectious.
It’s hard to describe exactly what makes her so special—maybe it’s the way she sticks out her tongue, or how she immediately rolls onto her back to show her round little belly the moment she sees you. Either way, she’s a total sucker for belly rubs and has perfected the art of getting them.
Health & Genes
Dixie has been fully health tested through Embark Veterinary, ensuring the highest standards of genetic health in our program. Her results showed no detection of Intervertebral Disc Disease (Type I) or Chondrodystrophy and Intervertebral Disc Disease (CDDY/IVDD, Type I IVDD)—conditions that can be common among the Havanese breed.
In addition, Dixie tested clear for all 207 other genetic conditions included in Embark’s comprehensive panel. Her genetic Coefficient of Inbreeding (COI) is a low 7%, indicating excellent genetic diversity.
These results confirm that Dixie is a healthy, genetically sound foundation female for our Havanese and Havapoo program. Her complete Embark report is available for review below.
Dixie had her last litter June 2026 and is now retired. She will be living her best life at home with us. I am sure she will continue to mentor and love on our future litters.
Avery, now retired Havapoo momma
After a fun road trip across the state in 2021, we picked up tiny Avery and held her the entire way home. From the start, her happy spirit and affectionate nature have shone through. She’s playful and entertaining, yet has an independent streak that makes her both engaging and easygoing.
Avery brings joy and laughter to our home every day. Her closest bond is with my teenage son, though that doesn’t stop her from greeting everyone she meets with her signature full-bodied hellos. Despite her small size, she’s always up for running and playing outside—but she’s just as content to curl up on the couch for a snuggle.
It’s hard to overlook her beauty—her soft coat and striking dark eyes, framed by what looks like perfectly done mascara, were what drew me to her in the first place. She’s truly as lovely inside as she is out.
Health & Genetics
Avery has been health tested through Embark Veterinary, which screens for more than 200 genetic conditions. Her results show that she carries one copy of the Chondrodystrophy and Intervertebral Disc Disease (CDDY/IVDD, Type I IVDD) variant. This means she may have a slightly higher risk for Type I IVDD, a condition that can affect spinal disc health. With intentional breeding practices—pairing her only with males that are clear of this variant—her puppies will not be at genetic risk for IVDD.
In addition to this single carrier status, Avery tested clear for nine breed-relevant conditions and 199 other genetic conditions. Her Coefficient of Inbreeding (COI) is a low 4%, reflecting excellent genetic diversity for her breed mix.
These results confirm that Avery is a healthy and well-screened Cockapoo, and we’re proud to include her in our program with careful, health-conscious breeding plans. Her full Embark report is available below for review.
Avery is retiring and living out her best life with our family. No doubt she will continue to boss around any puppies that may continue to bless our home and eventually new homes. We love her and will continue to thank her every day for a
November 2025 is Avery's last Havapoo litter and she will be retired. She has been an amazing momma.
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