Welcome To Mountain Valley Spinone

 At Mountain Valley Spinone, our mission is to provide high-quality puppies.   

MVS has been breeding since 1999. This is a dedicated, full-time way of life.

We believe our Spinone are part of the family and deserve the best care possible.  Spinone are a great family and hunting dog, the best of both worlds. 

MVS sires, dams, and any that MVS recommends are health-screened for sound genetic quality. 

Our Goals are Health, Good Temperament, Structure, and Field Savvy for a well-rounded dog. 

Our Spinone breed is not just a hunting dog but also excels in family, obedience, tracking, agility, therapy, and assistance roles. This versatility makes the Spinone a wonderful combination, offering the best of both worlds. 

In its early history, the Italian Spinone was generally a healthy breed. However, due to ignorance, lack of concern, and monetary gain, indiscriminate breeding practices changed the landscape dramatically. Our beloved breed has some issues that need to be addressed. These are hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, and thyroid conditions. Testing for eyes (CERF exam) and C. DNA testing is also appreciated. Any dog that has had a history of unexplained seizures or any other obvious hereditary medical conditions must never be bred. Remember that these serious health conditions will greatly impact the quality and length of life of any affected puppies.

Health screening of breeding stock cannot guarantee that your puppy will be excluded from any of these problems, but the risk factor is mitigated substantially. It is important to insist on a minimum set of standards when acquiring a Spinone puppy. A good breeder should be able to demonstrate testing of these issues by either providing a link to the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals records and CHIC records through AKC, or they should be able to supply copies of the certified paperwork they received after the test screening was completed. If they do not or are not willing to provide this information, search for a breeder who is willing to disclose this information. Your breeder should offer a minimum of 1-year written guarantee against genetic health conditions. 

I will help you choose the pup to fit your personality and lifestyle. 

Spinone pups will have a middle-of-the-road temperament to fit well into any family. 

The Spinone puppy must be well socialized to adjust to new people, and new situations, and travel to new places. The pup will have sound conformation as well and some great hunting ability. 

If you are interested in talking to me, please fill out the puppy application. If the agreement is made to purchase a puppy, I will put you on the list, and a contract will be sent out. No matter where you purchase a pup, if there is anything else I can help you with, please feel free to contact me. 

Sure hope this helps you.

Thank you for considering Mountain Valley Spinone, Rebecca Koch

You may inquire at: beckykoch@silverstar.com