Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) Breeders, Waimakariri NZ

Kitaco is owned by Dr. Tracey Tonkin BVSc (Hons), a reproductive veterinarian and the recipient of the prestigious Dogz Online Breeder of the Year (Long Coat Chihuahuas) award for the past 4 years (2021-2024). Our breeding philosophy prioritizes health, temperament, and adherence to breed standards. We ensure our dogs' well-being through DNA screening for genetic disorders, heart and eye exams, patella assessments, and hip scoring. We're also actively involved in a long-term study at La Trobe University, investigating the link between breeder practices and puppy development. Kitaco Kennels is renowned for producing dogs with outstanding breed characteristics and exceptional temperaments. In additional to their success in the show ring both in NZ and Australia, our dogs have graced professional stages and photography sets, showcasing their beauty and trainability. We also have dogs who are working as Canine Therapy dogs. Our foundation sire, Gr CH, Gr Jnr CH & NZ CH Mystic Legion Narcissus won Best of Breed and 4th in the Toy Group at the NZ National Dog Show in 2024 at the age of 10. We offer both dog exports and semen export from New Zealand. We handle all the logistics, including transportation and veterinary certifications, for seamless delivery to Australia, Asia, Europe, and the US. Visit our website, www.kitacokennels.com, for in-depth information about our breeding program and regular updates on our blog.