The 'Boston Terrier'
An Original American Breed
An Original American Breed
Our Breeding Philosophy
Having been a medical professional for 35 years, I now raise and show my Boston Terrier’s full time. We breed traditional Boston Terriers that adhere to the standard for showing.
We make every effort to produce puppies which capture the essence of the breed with an emphasis on sound structure and blue-ribbon good looks. We currently title all our dogs through IABCA. At these shows we enjoy the one-on-one critique with the Judges. We also show a few of our dogs at AKC events local to us.
We selectively breed to better the dogs in our breeding program and we routinely look for bloodlines to help improve our overall quality. We prefer a more diverse gene pool and avoid inbreeding and linebreeding for better health. Some of our bloodlines carry color, so occasionally we could produce dilute or liver. These were some of the original colors of Boston’s back in the 1800’s. The colored Boston’s are recognized and registered with the AKC. They can compete in AKC sanctioned agility and obedience competitions. We love all Boston’s and appreciate the diversity in the breed, though only the standard colors can compete in AKC Conformation competition. We strive to produce standard Boston terriers which can compete in these events.
Even though we aspire to breed AKC Champions, ‘OUR GOLD STANDARD’ is to start with a foundation worth building on. Our Breeding dogs are screened for HEMIVERTEBRAE and SPONDYLOSIS and the desired DNA is NEGATIVE/NON-CARRYING of the testable diseases of JHC, DM, HUU, CDPA & CDDY with IVDD. In addition to BAER and CERF certification, patella exam and heart auscultation.
At eight weeks of age, pups appearing to be show hopefuls, undergo rigorous testing. Whether for my own breeding program or for someone else’s, the pup will receive a full exam from a neurologist, an ophthalmologist and my general practitioner. Tests include BAER & CERF certification; DNA work up and a Spinal X-Ray for the preliminary screening of Hemivertebrae.
Being a responsible breeder, we are always here as a resource to the families who get one of our Boston’s and we give back to our community through canine rescue organizations. We are always hurricane-ready with a generator, enough food and water for 3 weeks. We have adequate safety and shelter for our dogs and have offered shelter to others during the hurricane season. We also have adequate transportation for us and our pets to evacuate on a moment’s notice.
Besides finding the best homes for our Boston’s, we also measure our success through the quality of life of our dogs and the happy retirement of our Sires and Dams. Having a true breeding program with several dogs is about growth and selection over time through the generations. Each of our dogs has an individualized showing, breeding and retirement plan.
Breeders who breed AKC registered dogs are held to a higher standard than any other Registry. AKC Breeders are regulated and inspected yearly in person by official AKC auditors. Breeding wonderful Boston’s with purpose and intention and meeting the AKC’s standards is an honor and a privilege.
Our greatest achievements are not merely measured by our ribbons or awards, but indeed by the happiness brought to the lives of the families who choose one of our Boston’s.
We have excellent references and excellent communication skills and through the use of technology and FaceTime we are easily transparent to bring you piece of mind when communicating with us from afar.
We are proud Americans and give a military discount of $100.00 off the adoption to those who have served our country, active or retired.
We are also a Christian family, and thank the Lord for our Blessings and for allowing us to have such a blessed life, filled with success with what brings us such Joy and to be able to share it with others.
We make every effort to produce puppies which capture the essence of the breed with an emphasis on sound structure and blue-ribbon good looks. We currently title all our dogs through IABCA. At these shows we enjoy the one-on-one critique with the Judges. We also show a few of our dogs at AKC events local to us.
We selectively breed to better the dogs in our breeding program and we routinely look for bloodlines to help improve our overall quality. We prefer a more diverse gene pool and avoid inbreeding and linebreeding for better health. Some of our bloodlines carry color, so occasionally we could produce dilute or liver. These were some of the original colors of Boston’s back in the 1800’s. The colored Boston’s are recognized and registered with the AKC. They can compete in AKC sanctioned agility and obedience competitions. We love all Boston’s and appreciate the diversity in the breed, though only the standard colors can compete in AKC Conformation competition. We strive to produce standard Boston terriers which can compete in these events.
Even though we aspire to breed AKC Champions, ‘OUR GOLD STANDARD’ is to start with a foundation worth building on. Our Breeding dogs are screened for HEMIVERTEBRAE and SPONDYLOSIS and the desired DNA is NEGATIVE/NON-CARRYING of the testable diseases of JHC, DM, HUU, CDPA & CDDY with IVDD. In addition to BAER and CERF certification, patella exam and heart auscultation.
At eight weeks of age, pups appearing to be show hopefuls, undergo rigorous testing. Whether for my own breeding program or for someone else’s, the pup will receive a full exam from a neurologist, an ophthalmologist and my general practitioner. Tests include BAER & CERF certification; DNA work up and a Spinal X-Ray for the preliminary screening of Hemivertebrae.
Being a responsible breeder, we are always here as a resource to the families who get one of our Boston’s and we give back to our community through canine rescue organizations. We are always hurricane-ready with a generator, enough food and water for 3 weeks. We have adequate safety and shelter for our dogs and have offered shelter to others during the hurricane season. We also have adequate transportation for us and our pets to evacuate on a moment’s notice.
Besides finding the best homes for our Boston’s, we also measure our success through the quality of life of our dogs and the happy retirement of our Sires and Dams. Having a true breeding program with several dogs is about growth and selection over time through the generations. Each of our dogs has an individualized showing, breeding and retirement plan.
Breeders who breed AKC registered dogs are held to a higher standard than any other Registry. AKC Breeders are regulated and inspected yearly in person by official AKC auditors. Breeding wonderful Boston’s with purpose and intention and meeting the AKC’s standards is an honor and a privilege.
Our greatest achievements are not merely measured by our ribbons or awards, but indeed by the happiness brought to the lives of the families who choose one of our Boston’s.
We have excellent references and excellent communication skills and through the use of technology and FaceTime we are easily transparent to bring you piece of mind when communicating with us from afar.
We are proud Americans and give a military discount of $100.00 off the adoption to those who have served our country, active or retired.
We are also a Christian family, and thank the Lord for our Blessings and for allowing us to have such a blessed life, filled with success with what brings us such Joy and to be able to share it with others.
Independence Day, July 4th 2018
marks the start of
Patriot Farm Boston Terriers
