Becada Russell Terriers
Puppy Information
About Our Puppies
Our main goal in breeding is preserve the breed, continue our line, and breed dogs that conform to the AKC standard. Each litter is carefully planned long before the breeding takes place or the puppies are born. Hours are poured into studying pedigree databases and examining potential stud dogs at shows. We breed only a couple litters each year so that we can put the time and attention to each puppy to cultivate their individual personalities and give them the best start to life. All of our puppies our raised in our home and provided as much socialization as possible. For more specific questions, feel free to visit our FAQ page.
"Saying 'I don't need a dog from a breeder who shows' is like saying 'I don't need a house from a builder who builds to code.'" ~ Unknown
Health Testing
Russell Terriers
We believe in ensuring that our dogs are genetically free of genetic diseases that will keep their puppies living long and health lives. Historically, when we added a new dog to our breeding program, we started with a DNA test from Wisdom, which tests for over 200 genetic disorders including Primary Lens Luxation (PLL) and other known concerns in the breed. Over the past few generations we have been breeding dogs that are clear to clear for PLL, and thus our breeding dogs are clear by parentage.
PBGVs
In accordance with the PBGVCA Club of America's recommendations, we genetically test our breeding dogs for Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG) and get an eye examination from an Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) approved veterinarian. Please note that some of our dogs are POAG clear by parentage.
Puppy Raising
We do early neurological stimulation with the puppies from 3 to 16 days old, which has been shown to improve their stress responses later in life. We then move into the Puppy Culture program, a training and socialization program promoting problem solving and communication. Each litter and puppy is unique, and we move at a pace that works for them. Puppy Culture is a very hands-on program that takes several hours each week, but we think it is worth it after hearing from our puppy owners that their puppies are so well adjusted and trainable. Our puppies start going home at 8 weeks old, but you can continue the Puppy Culture program through 12 weeks at home. All of our puppies are raised in our dining room and are exposed to the noises and everyday life. We also try to expose them to as many new people and animals as is safe before they have all of their vaccinations.
Puppy Care
Vaccinations and Deworming
Depending on the age of your puppy, your puppy will have at least one set of puppy vaccinations before going home. Puppies receive regular deworming as a preventative.
Health Examination
Our puppies are examined by our veterinarian prior to leaving to go to their homes. All puppies will go home with a health certificate from our veterinarian as well as vaccination and deworming records so that your veterinarian can continue routine care.
Microchip
All of our puppies are microchipped before leaving for their homes. We use AKC Reunite and all puppies come with a lifetime subscription. New owners are encouraged to register the microchip as soon as possible when bringing home their new puppy. New owners are always welcome to list us as the backup contact on the microchip registration. If there is ever an emergency where the new owner cannot be contacted and one of our puppies is found, we are happy to help!
Health Guarantee
All of our puppies are sold on a contract. The contract provides the new owner with a three-day wellness guarantee that the puppy was sent home free of communicable diseases. The contract also provides a guarantee that the puppy is free from congenital defects. Please contact us for a copy of our contract for more information.
How Much is a Puppy?
The most frequent question asked! Our Russell Terrier puppies are $2,500. Our PBGV puppies are $3,500. These prices are for pet/companion puppies with AKC limited registration which means that they may not be shown in conformation shows or be bred. We feel this price is comparable to other reputable breeders and appropriately reflects the price required to raise a healthy litter of puppies. These expenses may include stud fees, travel expenses for breeding, artificial insemination, ultrasound, xray, C-section if necessary, supplies and equipment, registration fees, puppy vaccinations, health examinations. Show prospect puppies may be negotiated separately. We are excited to mentor new people interested in our breed that have a shared vision of preservation and achieving excellence in the show ring. However, we do not sell puppies for breeding purposes only.
