About Us

Meet Britanie Rains & Family — Salem’s Finest AKC Chihuahuas

Hello, and welcome! I’m Britanie Rains, the sole Owner/Operator and Breeding Specialist behind Salem’s Finest AKC Family Raised Chihuahuas — though this truly is a three-generation family affair. While I’m the hands-on breeder, I owe so much to my husband, our boys, our daughter-in-law, and our granddaughter. Together, we pour our hearts into raising each and every one of our dogs, and it’s their hard work, love, and dedication that make our puppies so special.

We are responsible hobby breeders, raising Chihuahuas for the love of the breed. After having Chihuahuas in our lives for decades, we finally followed our passion to share this wonderful breed with others. Our mission is simple: to raise healthy, happy, and socialized puppies who will thrive as cherished members of your family.

Our Commitment to Health & Quality

Health is at the core of everything we do. All of our breeding dogs undergo comprehensive health testing and routine vet care to ensure we are producing the healthiest puppies possible:

• Genetic testing through Embark – screening for over 200+ known canine conditions

• Veterinarian care and OFA clearances for eyes, patellas, and hearts

• Pedigrees available upon request – we’re proud of our lineage

We strongly believe that any breeder who says they health test should be happy to show proof — and we’re proud to make all of ours available for you to see.

A Program Built on Passion

I previously worked as a Veterinarian’s Assistant at our local family clinic, but made the decision to step away so I could devote my full attention to our dogs and this program. Breeding isn’t just a job for us — it’s a calling, and every puppy we raise is given the best possible start in life.

Our dogs and puppies are raised right in our home, in a custom puppy room filled with love, learning, and daily life. We also have a dedicated outdoor puppy playground for enrichment and safe playtime. Socialization starts early and happens often — preparing our pups to transition smoothly into their new families.

Thank you for visiting our website and considering a Salem’s Finest puppy. If you have any questions, we’re always happy to talk — just contact us anytime!