Havana Silk Dogs By The Bay

Havana Silk Dogs and puppies raised by the Carille family

Located on Broad Bay Island in Virginia Beach, VA

In 1999, after being without a canine companion for several months I began the search for a perfect dog breed for our family. It seemed I had a virtual laundry list of requirements for our new dog.

We have five children, so a dog that was not timid or fragile and liked kids topped the list.

We live on the water and have a pool, so a dog liked to swim or play in the water was a must.

Two of our children and Fran, my husband, have mild dog allergies so that really was an issue.

A small breed that would travel well and love car rides.

Something with a longer coat (I like brushing dogs... very therapeutic!)

An internet search recommended the Havanese breed. Having never heard of them I went to a couple of dog shows and was smitten! Kolmar's Cherry Margarita, "Rita" was the first to join our family. She was purchased as a "show dog" in 2000. It became evident very quickly that Rita was not quite the show dog we had hoped. She did not like the show ring and had several conformational faults.

Through those first embarrassing shows I did meet some wonderful people who would in turn become my mentors. Rita was spayed, and is now our official Nanny dog.

Our first Havana Silk Dog, Bydand Impatiens By The Bay, "Lizzie," came to us in 2003 from Bill and Diane Klumb at Bydand. We could not have asked for a better foundation bitch and addition to our family. Lizzie is truly a treasure.

Windy, Ch JIMKA Felicitous By The Bay, joined our family the next year thanks to Kay Rodgers. HSD's are like potato chips... you can't have just one!

Our Havana Silk Dogs are raised in our home as family pets first and foremost. Breeding healthy happy, well socialized little Havana silk dog puppies is our goal.

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