Contact

Paul & Kathi Wilson
Winston, OR

541-679-5258
paul.sodhoppers@q.com

Excelsior’s Havanese
Winston, Oregon

Sorry, no puppies again till next summer

Kona our Chocolate Female
Sold
And is Home in South Carolina!
She is an almost solid Deep Dark Bittersweet Chocolate,
with silver undertones and facial highlights,
with white toes, and white mark on chest.

Kona has a very rare coloration called Agouti or Wild.
Her Rich Dark Bittersweet Chocolate is banded with rings of
Chocolate-Silver-Chocolate-Silver-Chocolate-Silver.

15 Weeks old - has all vaccinations including rabies,
and is almost completely potty trained.

9 1/2 weeks Photos below

Our Chocolate Koala Want-A-B

Rocko
Who’s new name is Rocky
SOLD
home with new family in Washington state.

Male - Black & White Parti

Rocko has a more even mix of Black & White, although they all have completly white legs and undersides.  He was first in birth order but is not in contention to be top dog.  More relaxed on the whole.  Beuatiful markings and coloration!

Hot, but Happy.

9 1/2 weeks Photos below

Rocko Playing with Mocha & Latte (Dad & Mom).

Reno
Who’s new name is Che
SOLD
home in Washington, DC

Here’s a note from the new owner about Che ...

He is loving, secure, and an absolute charmer. Clearly a puppy who has been well-socialized and very loved, I am so grateful to you for the time, commitment that you have given in order to bring along a puppy who is ready to be part of our family. He’s a great dog and mightily loved.
I realize how lucky I was to find you.

I like everything I know about the people who run the kennel, and their "product".  They were straight, honest, clearly love their dogs and puppies, and seemed like "good folk". I really liked that they knew well the personalities of their puppies. We had lengthy conversations about the right fit ---Paul was funny, patient and got it.
Thank you, Lucinda.
 

Male - Black & White Parti.

Reno has vied for top dog position from day 1.  He is a beautiful feisty puppy with
more curly style hair like our male, Mocha.  He has the most white of all our Parti’s. 
See some of his other photos way below to see his white side.

Heat wave!

9 1/2 weeks Photos below

Latte & Reno (Mama & Baby) at Play

Mama showing Baby Who’s Boss!

 The Dog Days of Summer
Gotta Run & Play Outside!

Fred is SOLD
home in Colorado
Male - Deep Dark Chocolate & White Parti

Here’s Fred in his new home at 15 weeks.

FRED is the cutest, most adorable, and hugable of the bunch.  He has Extreme Rich Dark Chocolate, which lighten a bit around the eyes.
What can I say, he is a real beauty!

Fred is the 1st to leave for his new home in Colorado.
Bathed, Blow Dried, Brushed & Crated ...

At 7 Weeks August 2nd ... we are nearly weaned, have full run
of the indoor and outdoor kennel, are eating dry kibble,
pottying outside and using the paper inside.

Older Photos of Earlier Life Below

All 4 Males shown on day 1, but one is spoken for,
as are the other two from the litter.

“Rocko” our first born & “Reno”: both Black & White Parti

“Sky”: almost all black & “Fred”: Dark Chocolate & White Parti

Choice will be given according to order of
receipt of Deposit and Application.
Accepting Deposits Now!

We are home breeders with only one breeding pair
and breed only once a year.

A Written Contract comes with all our puppies.

All puppy eyes start out blue in color and will eventually change to their final adult color.  They have a protective film over the eyes which can take several weeks to be absorbed.  They can only see light and blurred shapes for awhile.  Hearing begins a few days later, and like sight, takes time before being able to discern where the sounds are coming from.  At about 4 weeks of age they really come alive, can’t get enough attention or playtime.  They squeal, howl, and practice barking.

Three Weeks Old Photos Below

 
                                                                        Fred, Reno & Rocko - group hug.

Kona                             &                          Fred

Granddaughters - Kendra, Naomi & Cassidy

 
Rocko

Sky and Fred                                        Reno on Rocko

Fred    -    Sky        -    Reno      -      Rocko

Our Grandaughter Naomi with Sky.

Four Weeks of Age
Romper Room Time

Who’s that doggie in the mirror?

Reno’s first attempt at using the ramp and outside doggy door.

       
Fred, what a hunk!                    Reno taking five.

 
Rocko it’s teething time.

Kona on the prowl.                                Fred testing the ramp.

Sky too hot to trot.
All our AKC Havanese Puppies will come with:

Two Year Genetic Replacement Warranty
Veterinary Certified Health Certificate
(If needed for shipping by airlines)
Dew Claws Removed
Vaccination Records
Champion Pedigree
AKC Registration
Health Guarantee

Puppy Pricing

Females: $1500, Males: $1200.

Chocolates run higher
Females: $2000, Males: $1700.

$500 Deposit to Hold.
Deposit is nonrefundable
(unless unable to provide a puppy of the requested color and sex)

All puppies sold with Limited Registration, which means that they come with a spay/neuter contract, and can not be bred or shown in the AKC ring.  We sell a limited number of Full Registration puppies that are of potential Show Quality, at an additional cost of $500.

Application
(click on Application above)
A Written Contract comes with all our puppies.

We accept VISA & MasterCard, PayPal
as well as Money Orders and Personal Checks.

Pick-up is preferred, but Shipping is Available.
Live Animal Acceptance Checklist (pdf file)
Gives standard requirements for all airlines to safely transport live animals.
Rest assured, your Puppy will arrive safely and in good health!

Visits after puppies are 5 weeks old is highly encouraged,
but not before due to health concerns.

Finding and choosing the right puppy can be a real challenge.
Here are a few things to look for and avoid:

“Objective studies by ethologists show that vital animal imprinting begins in hour one of life.  That puppies who are bonded to humans during both the neonatal (1-2 weeks) and transitional (3 weeks) period respond by developing faster mentally and physically.  They also exhibit greater confidence throughout the entire socialization period.”
The Joyous Havanese by Kathryn Braund

This being the case, it is vitally important to know all you can about the breeders practices, socialization, diet, nursery, care etc.  Who you choose is as important as which dog you choose.  Ask questions! 
Millions of puppy buyers purchase puppies who have been adversely imprinted during their early weeks, causing behavioral problems that are not seen sometimes till after 5 months or until an adult.  They can be difficult to live with and extremely hard to train.  Our dog pounds are full of these unwanted pets, through no fault of their own.

What is a Puppy Mill ...
(by definition)

- Puppy mills are breeding facilities that produce purebred puppies in large numbers. The puppies are sold either directly to the public via the Internet, newspaper ads, at the mill itself, or are sold to brokers and pet shops across the country.

- A place where several breeds of dogs are raised and the breeder always has puppies for sale.

- A dirty, trashy place where one or several breeds of dogs are kept in deplorable conditions and puppies are always available.

- A place where a single breed of dog is raised in acceptable conditions and puppies are always available.

- A place where lots of dogs are raised, where breeding is done solely for financial gain rather than protection of breed integrity, and where puppies are sold to brokers or pet stores.

Buyer beware, you usually get what you pay for!