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  • Star Mountain Streak

    Around January 2018 we realized we had a streak going.I started keeping track monthly of the Kennel’s successes.  I think it is quite impressive. If you are featured on the list please send me a picture so your streaker can be represented. Read more at star Mountain Steak...

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  • THE IMPORTANCE OF NOT OVER EXERCISING A PUPPY

    Long walks can be extremely damagingIf you are a dog walker, trainer or a new puppy owner it's important to remember that unlike most adult dogs long walks are not recommended. Group walks should be avoided and new dog owners should have positive introductions with other dogs when out and about, avoiding pushy or dogs that…

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  • Proposed Changes to USDA Pet Breeder/Dealer Licensing Requirements: One Week Left to Comment

    Tuesday, May 14, 2019https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/proposed-changes-usda-pet-breeder-dealer-licensing-requirements-one-week-left-comment/ The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS), which is charged with enforcement of the federal Animal Welfare Act (AWA), continues to accept comments from the public on proposed updates to the AWA's licensing requirements.  Comments will be accepted through Tuesday, May 21, 2019.  The American Kennel Club (AKC) generally…

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  • Our Commitment

    Star Mountain Kennel is committed to our pups at all stages of their lives. We are proud to be recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Breeder of Merit. We are breeding for health, temperament, function and form, but raising happy healthy companions is our first goal.

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  • “Spirit of the Standard”

    These are not my opinions but things I’ve learned from some of the men who wrote the Portuguese Podengo standard. Some will say I’d rather have a dog that is black then a dog that is ...... but that is a false agreement. You don’t have to award either. Why breed a dog that you…

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