Avalanche Acres
Meet the breeder
I'm Erin S., the breeder behind Avalanche Acres located in Douglas, WY. We have a few carefully planned litters that are raised indoors and well socialized in order to place the right dog with you and your family. We strive to produce happy, sound, and intelligent dogs that excel in the field, conformation ring, and home.
Q. & A. with Erin
Why did you start breeding?
My first JRT was obtained by JRTCA members who encouraged me to join the club. She was smart and athletic and did well at trials and anything I asked of her. I wanted to reproduce her wonderful personality while improving her conformation.What makes your program special?
The breed standard is always my goal, not winning ribbons in the ring. My dogs live in my home and must be pets first and foremost. I know not all of the puppies I produce will be hunted or shown, but they will all be pets, so my focus is the healthiest possible puppy for the longest life possible that matches the breed standard as close as possible.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Elmer
Went homeMale
Clyde
Went homeMale
Lloyd
Went homeMale
Stanley
Went homeMale
Walter
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Erin
Erin has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppy will have first vaccinations, microchip, and all paperwork for registration when it reaches one year of age. Deposit goes toward purchase price and is non refundable. It is accepted and holds your place on the list once puppies reach 10 days old and are thriving.”
Contract & health guarantee
Erin may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Erin offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Erin directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Erin.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Douglas, WY
4891 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Denver Airport
5026 miles away
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More about Erin
Club memberships
Erin is a member of JRTCA, American Working Terrier Association, and Rocky Mountain Jack Russell Terrier Network.
Certifications & recognitions
Jrtca State Representative, Jrtca Go To Ground Judge.
Erin has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Erin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Erin is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Avalanche Acres meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Hera, mom
Jack Russell Terrier
About Hera
Hera is a female Jack Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erin decided to make her part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
MJ, dad
Jack Russell Terrier
About MJ
MJ is a male Jack Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Erin decided to make him part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Spec, mom
Jack Russell Terrier
About Spec
Spec is a female Jack Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erin decided to make her part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Luna, mom
Jack Russell Terrier
About Luna
Luna is a female Jack Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Erin decided to make her part of their program. Erin has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Avalanche Acres reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Jack Russell Terriers.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
JRTCA Registry, JRT Health Registry, Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), Neonatal Ataxia, Bandera's Disease, Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
