Better Breeder Directory

All listed breeders have agreed to abide by the Code of Ethics established by the Better Breeder Institute. This code was create to ensure all puppies are health-tested, responsibly bred, and bred to the Standard.

Better Breeder Certified breeders have demonstrated a high level of excellence in their purpose, standards, health testing, and titles. These are true conservation breeders committed to the preservation and advancement of their breed, and present the best opportunity for acquiring a healthy, beautiful puppy that fulfills its Breed Standard.

Only breeders of purebred AKC-recognized & Foundation Stock breeds are accepted. We do not recognize breeders of mixed or “designer” dog breeds.

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Golden logo featuring two regal lions, an Egyptian pyramid, and wings, with the word "LUXOR" prominently displayed.

Luxor Borzoi

Borzoi

Kelley Kinser

Des Moines, Iowa

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Fluffy Keeshond with a cheerful expression, standing on grass, attached to a leash.

Beaukees Keeshonden

Keeshond

Chantalle Carroll

Alberta

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Five Borzoi dogs sit in front of a Christmas backdrop with a woman smiling behind them.

ShiFae Legacy Borzois

Borzoi

Courtney Sepeck

Massachusetts

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A woman in a red sweater presents a collie on a podium, while another woman holds a Grand Champion ribbon.

Symphany Shelties

Shetland Sheepdog

Amber Landry

Seminole , Oklahoma

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A stylish Yorkshire Terrier in heart-shaped sunglasses and a pink outfit, posed against a backdrop of pink roses.

Sweeties Yorkies

Yorkshire Terrier

Cassidy Stranzl

bronx, New York

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A golden retriever stands proudly on a platform, while a woman presents a ribbon and another adjusts the dog's stance.

Hearthrob Golden Retrievers

Golden Retriever

Cheryl Murphy

Palmyra, Missouri

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A dog leaps joyfully through tall grass, surrounded by greenery and sunlight, showcasing its agility and energy.

Acires Ibizan Hounds

Ibizan Hound

Erica Seward

Zebulon, Georgia

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A team of Alaskan Malamutes pulling a sled through a snowy forest, surrounded by tall trees and bright sunlight.

Snowlion Alaskan Malamutes

Alaskan Malamute

Dr. JC Watkins

Crystal Bay, NV, California

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A profile of an Australian Shepherd against a soft pastel background, featuring the text "SACRÉ-COEUR AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS."

Sacré-Cœur Australian Shepherds

Australian Shepherd

Don Alley

Newtown, Virginia

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Black standard poodle lounging on green grass, framed by text reading "Scotch Corner" and location details.

Scotch Corner Standard Poodles

Poodle (Standard)

Karin Pekarchik

Lexington , Kentucky

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Four playful Lagotto Romagnolo puppies with curly fur, posed together against a light background, showcasing their adorable features.

Ideal Dale Lagotto Romagnolos

Lagotto Romagnolo

Goran Karanovic

Newfield, New Jersey

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A majestic blue merle collie with striking blue eyes and a fluffy white mane stands against a blurred natural background.

Shirehill Shelties

Shetland Sheepdog

Julia French

Fort Collins, Colorado

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Fall Small Munsterlanders

Small Munsterlander

Caleb Fall

Indiana

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Five playful Airedale Terrier puppies with distinct collars, set against a green background, exuding cuteness and charm.

Ideal Dale Airedale Terriers

Airedale Terrier

Goran Karanovic

Newfield, New Jersey

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Two brown and white English Springer Spaniels sit on a rock, surrounded by colorful autumn foliage and a clear blue sky.

Woodsong Springer Spaniels

English Springer Spaniel

Sarah CRANE

Nashua, New Hampshire

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A woman holds a ribbon while standing beside a black dog on a podium, with flowers and an American flag in the background.

Ginkgo Barbet

Barbet

Stacy Able

Indianapolis, Indiana

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A Yorkshire Terrier with long, flowing fur is held by a person, showcasing its elegant grooming and a red bow on its head.

JaLa Yorkshire Terriers

Yorkshire Terrier

Jackie Kuk

Elkhart, Indiana

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Yates Family Labradors

Labrador Retriever

Mark Yates

Arlington, Virginia

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First State Coton de Tulear

Coton de Tulear

Karen Carpenter

Bear, Delaware

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A small, fluffy dog with black and white fur stands proudly in a shiny silver trophy bowl on a purple tablecloth.

Loteki Papillons

Papillon

Lou Ann King

Solon, Iowa

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Gold logo featuring two dog profiles and the text "Down Low Kennels" on a sleek black background.

Down Low Kennels

Giant Schnauzer

Frank and Adam Lavoie-Duke

Bois D’Arc , Missouri

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A long-haired dog with a blue bow gently nuzzles a fluffy puppy, both on a light background.

Del Cielo Biewer Terriers

Biewer Terrier

Yolanda Cendejas

California

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Golden silhouette of a German Shepherd in motion, with "Von WestLynn" and "GERMAN SHEPHERDS" text below on a black background.

Von WestLynn German Shepherds

German Shepherd Dog

Kayla Fisher

White Cloud, Michigan

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A collage featuring a horse show, a woman with a dog, and multiple images of dogs interacting and posing.

JBK Border Collies

Border Collie

Jodie Keener

Joshua, Texas

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Di Massimo Canile German Shepherds

German Shepherd Dog

Ashley Massimo

Connecticut

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A collie stands proudly on a podium beside two women, one holding a green award ribbon and the other smiling.

Belmark Shetland Sheepdogs

Shetland Sheepdog

Bella Corwin

DeGraff, Ohio

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Jacknic Kennel

Poodle (Standard)

Kathleen Esio King

Otisville, Michigan

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Two brown and white puppies standing side by side on green grass, with a blurred background of water and greenery.

Jenvy Brittanys

Brittany

Rose Leale

Texas

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Smiling woman in a red blouse poses with a fluffy chow chow dog against a neutral background.

Indigo Chows

Chow Chow

Elizabeth McElroy

Owens Cross Roads, Alabama

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Logo featuring a black dog silhouette and green text reading "TWIN LAKES KENNEL" with a stylized lake shape.

Twin Lakes Kennel

Labrador Retriever

Twin Lakes Kennel

Laurel Hill, North Carolina

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Roodhaus Chihuahuas

Chihuahua

Beth Rood

Gordon , Alabama

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A collie stands proudly on a podium next to a "Best in Show" sign and a person holding a blue and red ribbon.

Caprock Shetland Sheepdogs

Shetland Sheepdog

Jennifer Harper

Pinehurst, Texas

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Stylized phoenix in orange and yellow above the text "Fyrebyrd Brittanys" in elegant blue font on a black background.

Fyrebyrd Brittanys

Brittany

Sara Taylor

Milliken, Colorado

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Two smiling men pose for a selfie with a small black dog, surrounded by greenery in a sunny outdoor setting.

Burmack Manchester Terriers

Manchester Terrier (Toy)

Jim Burrows

Ellicott City, Maryland

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A fluffy, tricolor Australian Shepherd stands confidently in a stone archway, with greenery blurred in the background.

Shadomoon Australian Shepherds

Australian Shepherd

Pat Zapf

Kittanning, Pennsylvania

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Palmahra logo featuring mountains and the text "PALMAHRA NORWEGIAN ELKHOUNDS" in bold, modern font.

Palmahra Norwegian Elkhounds

Norwegian Elkhound

Jasmine P

Wisconsin

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