Temperament
Stable, social companion qualities remain central to how we assess dogs and future pairings.
Russian Salon Dogs
Rare beauty.
Thoughtful preservation.
Opaline Mermaids is dedicated to the responsible stewardship of the Russian Salon Dog, with close attention to health, temperament, structure, and the qualities that make this breed exceptional.
Our purpose
Built around the breed, not volume.
Our focus is narrow by design. We are building a preservation program centered on responsible decisions, careful evaluation, and long-term breed stewardship.
This site will grow with our program. Future updates will include our dogs, health information, breeding plans, availability, and educational material about the Russian Salon Dog.
The Russian Salon Dog
Distinctive, companion-focused, and still exceptionally rare.
The Russian Salon Dog was developed as a small companion breed with a refined presentation and affectionate temperament. Responsible preservation requires more than producing puppies. It requires understanding type, pedigree, health, and the consequences of every breeding decision.
Health
Health screening and transparent records are foundational, not optional additions to a breeding program.
Preservation
We aim to protect breed identity while making decisions that support a sound, sustainable population.
Our program
A deliberate foundation.
Opaline is currently in its foundation stage. We are developing the program carefully rather than publishing premature claims, litter dates, or availability.
- Pedigree and breed-type evaluation
- Health-informed breeding decisions
- Temperament and home suitability
- Clear placement expectations and lifelong support
Coming to the site
The next chapters.
Our dogs
Profiles and pedigrees
Individual dog profiles, health information, achievements, and pedigree context.
Future plans
Breeding updates
Confirmed plans will be published only when the relevant health and pairing decisions are complete.
Education
Breed resources
Practical information for prospective homes, owners, breeders, and anyone learning about the breed.
Contact Opaline
Start a conversation.
For breed questions, future program updates, or general inquiries, contact us directly.