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The 'Boston Terrier'
An Original American Breed
An Original American Breed
About
Thank you for considering one of our Boston’s. Please enjoy this introductory letter as I tell you more about our breeding program and why a Patriot Farm Boston Terrier is your best choice.
Who are we: I am a retired Professional Registered Nurse. After 35 years of nursing and building my own life I am now a full-time hobbyist – devoting all my time to raising and showing my Boston Terrier’s. Denny and I do not have children, but instead have Boston’s -who have completed our lives. Our kennel name ‘Patriot Farm’ is registered and we are AKC Inspected and approved.
-We exclusively raise AKC Boston Terriers- specializing in the All-American Family Companion with Blue Ribbon Good Looks and an Emphasis on Healthy Sound Structure.
Showing & Meeting the Standards: This is how we evaluate our dogs. Currently we title all our dogs through IABCA. At these shows we enjoy the one-on-one critique with AKC Judges and getting their perspective on our breeding program. We also show at AKC events local to us between September and February here in Florida and attend Boston Terrier specialties as well.
Bloodline: 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 close linebreeding for better health. Some of our bloodlines carry color, so occasionally we could produce non-standard colors. These were some of the original colors of Boston’s back in the 1800’s. The non-standard Boston’s are recognized and registered with the AKC and 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 events and this is what we strive to produce.
Health: 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, CERF, patella and heart certifications and OFA. Whether for my own breeding program or for someone else’s, pups appearing to be show hopefuls, undergo this rigorous testing as well.
Client’s Interview and Reservation: We prefer non-impulse adoptions to help ensure the best homes possible for our Boston’s. I make a commitment to breed you a beautiful Boston when I accept your reservation after successful completion of our interview.
Be prepared to discuss the following with us:
What is your experience with owning a dog and why have you chosen this breed?
Who will be responsible for the dog’s care?
Is there a family member present in the home for several hours a day?
Puppies are demanding for feeding, exercise, training and family time. If you have children in the home, will they be instructed in the appropriate handling and interaction with this puppy?
Are you committed to the health care and related costs for this puppy?
We recommend crate training for puppy safety and the prevention of property damage.
We also endorse the AKC training program “Canine Good Citizen”, which is offered by Petco. Are you prepared to provide that?
How long is the Wait: Timing is everything, sometimes I have a show pup I decide to place after a new litter is born so it could be quick. Typically, though most families can expect to be on our reservation list for at least a month but can be longer. Puppies are typically chosen between 4 and 10 weeks of age. This gives us ample time to raise and evaluate our pups to determine which will go to a waiting family or stay with us. Many clients plan to bring their Boston home around vacation time which allows for a smooth transition into their lifestyle. Most are adopted as family or personal companions with Limited registration.
Puppy Development & Socialization: During the first eight weeks of life our puppies are snuggled daily and exposed to household noises. They play in a puppy enrichment area and receive Early Neurological Stimulation to help develop a good immune system and coping skills later in life. Nail trimming starts at three days of age - this protects them from accidentally scratching one another and keeps their mommy comfortable as well. Pups are weaned between 4 1/2-5 1/2 weeks of age. During the weaning process, the pups are exposed and encouraged to use a simple doggie door sensitized with 'potty bells' into an elimination area of pine shavings (as seen on my website).
When you pick up your pup, he or she will be pre-registered with the AKC and also Microchipped with the AKC Reunite for life. I will give you a free sample of Nu-Vet vitamins, which boost the immune system - we encourage these vitamins for life as a part of your puppy’s nutritional needs. We also give you a complimentary set of 'Potty Bells' and a sample of shavings to use in your yard to encourage use of the designated areas you choose for your pup to use for elimination.
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 provide safety and shelter for our dogs and have offered shelter to others during the hurricane season. We are always hurricane-ready with a generator, enough food and water for 3 weeks and 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 dogsare 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 of success and our ability to share with others.
Please finish reading through our website and if you would like one of our Boston’s send us a text, email or call us for an interview.
Thank you for visiting!
Lori & Denny Chapman
-We are located in Central Florida.
-We can safely and conveniently visit by facetime or in person.
-We have a flight nanny service for your convenience.
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Who are we: I am a retired Professional Registered Nurse. After 35 years of nursing and building my own life I am now a full-time hobbyist – devoting all my time to raising and showing my Boston Terrier’s. Denny and I do not have children, but instead have Boston’s -who have completed our lives. Our kennel name ‘Patriot Farm’ is registered and we are AKC Inspected and approved.
-We exclusively raise AKC Boston Terriers- specializing in the All-American Family Companion with Blue Ribbon Good Looks and an Emphasis on Healthy Sound Structure.
Showing & Meeting the Standards: This is how we evaluate our dogs. Currently we title all our dogs through IABCA. At these shows we enjoy the one-on-one critique with AKC Judges and getting their perspective on our breeding program. We also show at AKC events local to us between September and February here in Florida and attend Boston Terrier specialties as well.
Bloodline: 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 close linebreeding for better health. Some of our bloodlines carry color, so occasionally we could produce non-standard colors. These were some of the original colors of Boston’s back in the 1800’s. The non-standard Boston’s are recognized and registered with the AKC and 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 events and this is what we strive to produce.
Health: 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, CERF, patella and heart certifications and OFA. Whether for my own breeding program or for someone else’s, pups appearing to be show hopefuls, undergo this rigorous testing as well.
Client’s Interview and Reservation: We prefer non-impulse adoptions to help ensure the best homes possible for our Boston’s. I make a commitment to breed you a beautiful Boston when I accept your reservation after successful completion of our interview.
Be prepared to discuss the following with us:
What is your experience with owning a dog and why have you chosen this breed?
Who will be responsible for the dog’s care?
Is there a family member present in the home for several hours a day?
Puppies are demanding for feeding, exercise, training and family time. If you have children in the home, will they be instructed in the appropriate handling and interaction with this puppy?
Are you committed to the health care and related costs for this puppy?
We recommend crate training for puppy safety and the prevention of property damage.
We also endorse the AKC training program “Canine Good Citizen”, which is offered by Petco. Are you prepared to provide that?
How long is the Wait: Timing is everything, sometimes I have a show pup I decide to place after a new litter is born so it could be quick. Typically, though most families can expect to be on our reservation list for at least a month but can be longer. Puppies are typically chosen between 4 and 10 weeks of age. This gives us ample time to raise and evaluate our pups to determine which will go to a waiting family or stay with us. Many clients plan to bring their Boston home around vacation time which allows for a smooth transition into their lifestyle. Most are adopted as family or personal companions with Limited registration.
Puppy Development & Socialization: During the first eight weeks of life our puppies are snuggled daily and exposed to household noises. They play in a puppy enrichment area and receive Early Neurological Stimulation to help develop a good immune system and coping skills later in life. Nail trimming starts at three days of age - this protects them from accidentally scratching one another and keeps their mommy comfortable as well. Pups are weaned between 4 1/2-5 1/2 weeks of age. During the weaning process, the pups are exposed and encouraged to use a simple doggie door sensitized with 'potty bells' into an elimination area of pine shavings (as seen on my website).
When you pick up your pup, he or she will be pre-registered with the AKC and also Microchipped with the AKC Reunite for life. I will give you a free sample of Nu-Vet vitamins, which boost the immune system - we encourage these vitamins for life as a part of your puppy’s nutritional needs. We also give you a complimentary set of 'Potty Bells' and a sample of shavings to use in your yard to encourage use of the designated areas you choose for your pup to use for elimination.
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 provide safety and shelter for our dogs and have offered shelter to others during the hurricane season. We are always hurricane-ready with a generator, enough food and water for 3 weeks and 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 dogsare 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 of success and our ability to share with others.
Please finish reading through our website and if you would like one of our Boston’s send us a text, email or call us for an interview.
Thank you for visiting!
Lori & Denny Chapman
-We are located in Central Florida.
-We can safely and conveniently visit by facetime or in person.
-We have a flight nanny service for your convenience.
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Independence Day, July 4th 2018
marks the start of
Patriot Farm Boston Terriers
