Cimar Kennels

Cimar Kennels, based in Lilburn, Georgia, raises American Staffordshire terriers with a focus on conformation showing and family companionship, drawing on a background that stretches back to 1996 when owner Kelly Townsend first entered the sport of purebred dogs under a professional handler. Located in the Atlanta metro area, the kennel operates as a small, home-based program where dogs live as full members of the household rather than kennel residents.

Kelly has worked as a registered veterinary technician since 2000, a background that directly shapes how Cimar dogs are health-managed throughout their lives. Health testing is a meaningful part of the program, including OFA evaluations for hips, thyroid, and patellas, as well as Penn Hip assessments. Beginning in late 2014, DNA coat color genetics testing was added for all breeding animals, allowing the kennel to predict coat outcomes and make deliberate pairing decisions.

Cimar participates in conformation showing and lure coursing, and places a strong emphasis on socialization and early training for puppies raised in the home. The kennel selects for dogs that can perform in the show ring while also being well-suited to family life. Those looking for American Staffordshire terrier puppies in Georgia will find that co-bred pairings with other respected breeders have been part of how Cimar has built and refined its foundation stock. Retired adults are also placed into adoptive homes with ongoing care and transparency.

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