Lowchen Breeder in Northern California
Preserving the Little Lion Dog
The Little Lion Dog: rare, ancient, and utterly charming
A Few of Our Dogs
Kramer
Swedish import and Grand Champion. Currently a top-ranked Lowchen in the US.
Dottie
Bred by Potrero. Grand Champion. The sweetest girl you'll ever meet.
Maya
Bred by Potrero. Grand Champion, top female Lowchen in 2022, and Westminster Best Female Lowchen 2022.
How It Works
Contact me
Send a message about your home, your dog experience, and why you want a Lowchen.
Talk
We'll have a phone or video call so I can learn about you and you can ask questions.
Join the waitlist
If we're a good fit, you'll join the waitlist. This breed is rare and litters are small, so wait times vary.
Puppy matching
Around 12 weeks, I assess each pup's temperament and build, then choose the best home for each one.
Homecoming
Puppies go home at 12 weeks (about 4 months for the Advanced Program). We'll meet in person for the hand-off!
Your Questions, Answered
Do all puppies get the Puppy Culture program?
Yes, every single one. All puppies born here are raised using Puppy Culture protocols from the start. It's not optional.
How big are your litters?
Small. Lowchen typically have just 2–4 puppies per litter, and our average is 3. This is part of why the breed is so rare and why our waitlist exists. We also tend to have more males than females in each litter.
Why do you choose which puppy goes to which home?
Because I know my puppies. By 12 weeks, I've spent hundreds of hours with them and understand their individual personalities, energy levels, and potential. Matching is about setting each puppy, and each family, up for success.
Want to add the perfect companion dog to your life?
Tell me about your home, your dog experience, and why you want a Lowchen.
Ask About Puppies