Whistle Hill Puppies

About

Whistle Hill Puppies is a small, family-owned kennel, breeding Miniature Schnauzers, Pomskies and Cavapoos as well as Mini Bernedoodles. We consider our puppies to be part of our family until they become part of your family. We adhere to the highest-quality breeding standards. The results are puppies that are healthy, happy and free of genetic disorders. We are proud to be recognized as a five-star breeder by the American Canine Association and it shows in every puppy and satisfied owner. Whistle Hill Puppies is here to help you find your next best friend!

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Our dedication and commitment to dog breeding is what sets us apart from other breeders. We are a proud member of the American Canine Association “Achievement of Excellence” Star Breeder Award Program. As professional breeders in this program, we have achieved and maintain a 5 star rating. The high quality rating that we attain is a true indication of our quality services. You can find us in Pennsylvania, located within convenient driving distance from several major cities on the East Coast. Work with us and find your next puppy today!

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WHAT IS A “BREEDER”?

I Am A Breeder

My food receipts for a family of seven and my dog food bills match. My water bill has doubled. My electric has tripled. It is I, a breeder, who when my fridge quit, saved the dog meds and let the food go bad. My feet find the way to the kennel before I have even grabbed a cup of coffee in the morning and the kennel is my last stop before bed. While my friends are on a cruise to the Bahamas and my family meets for Christmas, I am home delivering puppies. I haven’t had a real vacation in seven years, but maybe soon. All plans are made around heat dates, whelp dates and vet dates. I shower and 10 minutes later my grandkids say I smell like a dog. My clothes are all stained with fecal matter, urine, afterbirth or bleach. I have to remember to clean my shoes before church. Most of my friends breed dogs. Who else can you call at 3 a.m. for support? Who else has the experience I sometimes need, the med I sometimes need, or just an uplifting word I sometimes need ?

Who else would understand how it feels to have invested hours and hours and hours in a weak puppy to lose it? Or the joy in investing hours in one that lives? I have slept on the floor beside a litter until the crucial two weeks have passed. I have learned to be proficient at micro-chipping, vaccinations, sub q fluids, bottle feeding and tube feeding. My vet knows me by first name. The vet knows my children. The vet now knows my grandchildren. My vet knows it was I who added on the wing to the vet clinic.

I am a breeder

It is to me that 63 days takes on new meaning still excited by every new life. It is I who delivers all my pups, towels and heat lamps on ready, happiness and sadness sometimes intermingled. Even though it increases my work load, I look forward to the 10-day stage when eyes open, and puppies begin to emerge from the helplessness of newborns. Puppy breath, a first bark, and a heart for exploration. I am not uneducated, unemployable, illiterate or lazy as some animal-rights folks would imply of breeders. I am a conscientious lover of animals and I have found my niche.

I am a breeder

And although I feel no shame, there is a part of me that feels the need to hide from powers that could come to invade my home and take my dogs …maybe for finding a mild infraction, a leaf in the water dish? A kennel not yet cleaned for the day? A rash I am home treating? I tell my children and grandchildren to hush, do not tell others we are dog breeders, and I wonder when did breeding puppies go into the same secret place as criminal activity?I am a breeder and I am not cruel, dumb, uncaring or criminal. I am not raking in money while sitting on my butt. Every penny I make I earn through blood, sweat and tears. My greatest joy is a healthy puppy and a wonderful home. The cards of thanks and the pictures of my puppy with its new family is the fringe benefits of my efforts. I am an animal lover, nurse, midwife, heavy laborer, customer service representative, and marketer.

AND I am a breeder

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Our Google Reviews
We adopted Rusty about 5 days ago. He’s a Beautiful Mini Schnauzer. He’s smart, affectionate, loving and a funny character! So far he only had one accident in the house. He already goes by the door when he needs to go. We absolutely love him!
HurrS51
HurrS51
20:30 28 Sep 23
We had a great experience with John and his family! We fell in love with our mini bernedoodle Stella and they graciously held her for us for a month until we could bring her home. Communication and planning was seamless and they were very responsive and helpful via phone and email. Stella was in perfect health and was very well cared for. We had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend Whistle Hill Puppies!
Candice B
Candice B
23:31 22 Aug 23
We love our pup from here! Great to work with
Thomas Long
Thomas Long
00:53 15 Jul 23
jessica Elmer
jessica Elmer
23:13 26 Jun 23
Hi! We adopted "Taffy", now Lacey, in Feb 2023.. She is 6 months We old now. We just love her so much. I didn't know how much I needed her in my life. She is so energetic! And so incredibly smart. She understands so many commands and words! She is my little shadow. She needs to be where I am always. We love playing fetch. She loves to chase the birds out of our yard and the ducks out of our pool. And she loves walks around the neighborhood. And all the sticks and rocks she collects around the yard and hides them so she can go find them again. We are always entertained by her. She loves to play with our 3 cats. She has fit so well into our family and filled a void that was left by our 18year old pup last year. Thank you so much!Love,The Romano Family and Lacey
Gacha Wolfy
Gacha Wolfy
12:18 06 Jun 23
We have two Whistle Hill mini schnauzers and they are the best. Aside from being adorable, they both have the sweetest demeanors. We have been very satisfied.
Jon Bernstein
Jon Bernstein
14:08 19 Apr 23