Xioma Chinese Cresteds Dogs
Mallala, SA
Hi, I'm Sally J.
Please don't call me Sally J Established in 1994, Xioma Kennels is owned by Sally and Sylvia Johnson. We are Australian National Kennel Council registered breeder of Chinese Crested and heritage breeders of Peruvian Hairless since 2002 when we brought in the first dog to Australia. Prior to that, we bred…
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Member since Mar 2021
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- Breeding & Welfare
- Health Practices
- Home Environment
- Documentation
- Feeding
- Physical Condition
Our Breeding Practices
Behaviour and socialisation
Our puppies are raised in the house and are socialised around us, our many older dogs and visitors to the home. They do not leave until they are fully ready at around 8-12 weeks of age.
Health
We progressively DNA test (PRCD and PLL-PRC3) all our dogs, both Crested and Peruvians.
Home environment
We live rurally on four acres with a dedicated whelping setup inside the home.
Included with our puppies
Registered Pedigree with the ANKC, microchip, DNA tests, vaccinations and worming, diet sheets, lifetime support and advice. We can arrange vasectomies and tubal ligation, so there is no need to totally desex your puppy and injure their growth. We will take back our dogs at any age, but unless there is a health…
Health Tests
Core Tests(2/3)
Xioma Chinese Cresteds Dogs conducts 2 out of 3 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Chinese Crested Dog.
PLL
Genetic Test
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL) is a genetic cause of blindness found in dogs, particularly affecting…
PRA
Genetic Test
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration…
Additional Tests
Xioma Chinese Cresteds Dogs conducts 2 additional tests available for the Chinese Crested Dog.
- Genetic Test
This is a disease affecting the spinal cord of older dogs, initially causing wobbliness and eventually hindlimb paralysis. It can affect a wide range of breeds. There is now a DNA test that can indicated if a breeding dog is carrying this disease.
Physical TestA heart certificate indicates that a breeding dog has been screened for heart disease such as DCM or MMVD. Auscultation alone is only accepted as a screening method if performed by a veterinary cardiologist or a GP vet certifying an OFA Basic Cardiac Screen. Echocardiography is an accepted screening method via GP or cardiologist.
Transportation options
Xioma Chinese Cresteds Dogs will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:
Getting your puppy home
Xioma Chinese Cresteds Dogs supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.
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About the Breeder
A little about us
Xioma Kennels is owned together by Sally and Sylvia Johnson.
Why we got involved in breeding
We have also shown and bred Chinese Cresteds and imported dogs to improve our bloodlines. We have also exported many great dogs overseas. We endeavour to produce sound healthy Chinese Crested and Peruvian Hairless Dogs who are a joy to own. We are committed to ensuring the future of these breeds.
Our special touch
We have over 40 years experience in the breeding world.
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State registration
DACO161521
Association
Dogs SA (ANKC)
Association number
5100003857
Prefix
Xioma
Breeding since
1980
- Adelaide Lure Coursing & Racing Club Inc
- Adelaide Plains Kennel & Obedience Club
A$2,000