I'm Barbara JAN L., the breeder behind Barbara JAN Lukenbill located in Amarillo, TX. I am dedicated to raising and showing AKC Championlined Chihuashuas and striving to better the breed. My dogs are bred for TEMPERAMENT, HEALTH, CONFORMATION. I spend hours on socializing introducing them from birth to the day they leave for their forever homes.
Q. & A. with Barbara JAN
Why did you start breeding?
Started showing and wanted to start breeding my own Championship lines. I have an amazing GC CH SC male and 2 half sisters to LOTUS. A little feisty Chihuahua who was crowned Top 20 at the 2024 Chihuahua Nationals held in Dallas.
What makes your program special?
I’m passionate about this breed. I’m dedicated to producing high-quality animals in line with the AKC standards for this do anything, go anywhere, feisty, loving, incredible little creature.
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include smooth and long coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
AKC FourZeroSix Legend in the West
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Barbara JAN
Barbara JAN 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 $2,250 non-refundable deposit and between $2,250 - $3,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price is for purchase only. Includes 8, 10 & 12 week vaccines, worming, microchip, well puppy exam by licensed veterinary. Puppies will be at least 12 weeks old before transferring to new owner.
. Deposit is 1/2 of the total amount of the puppy and balance is due when a puppy is assigned to you.”
Contract & health guarantee
Barbara JAN 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 Barbara JAN 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 Barbara JAN directly.
Barbara JAN Lukenbill 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
Nutmeg, mom
Chihuahua
About Nutmeg
Full sister to Dolly
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Patellar Luxation, +1 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Barbara JAN Lukenbill 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 Chihuahuas.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
DNA Disease Panel
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Barbara JAN to bring home their puppies.
Amy H.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Barbara was very helpful. She was local and so I was so excited. She was easy to work with, and is very knowledgeable about her breed. She responded quickly and would answer any questions that I had. She takes great pride in her dogs and it shows. Our dog has been a great addition to our family, my girls love him.
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Amber F.
Verified owner · May 2024
Jan, We can’t thank you enough for our baby boy Bart and the time you spent sharing stories and laughing for hours with us.
For anyone looking for a new family member, Jan’s babies are outstanding. Bart was potty trained, knows basic commands and is full of love, energy and life!
He loves travelling in the car, sleeps with us all night, knows when he needs outside and is just a joy to snuggle with.
Jan.. you are a blessing, an amazing woman and mom to all those who know you. Thank you 😊❤️😊🐾
Elissa J.
Verified owner · Apr. 2024
Jan was very friendly, responsive, and helpful. She truly wants what’s best for her puppies! Her dogs are beautiful and come from a wonderful pedigree. Our Artie is the sweetest, most confident puppy. He came potty trained, knew his name, and he is so smart! We are so thankful for Jan for this bundle of joy!
Jaslynn H.
Verified owner · Dec. 2024
BEST EXPERIENCE EVER!!!! From the moment we laid eyes on him to contacting Jan to actually picking him up was the greatest wait and experience ever… I love little dogs and wanted my daughters to grow up with a little dog they are 3 and 7 months and HE LOVES THEM, he sleeps with them, he goes in the stroller, wagon, car seat, anywhere he can find a good spot. I never thought I’d say this but he growls if you get too close to the 7 month old, he’s very protective loving and vocal. I could not be anymore pleased blessed and happy with our overall experience and our little brisket.
Corey S.
Verified owner · May 2024
Our baby boy Archie is such a blessing to our family. He is so happy, spunky, full of life, and well behaved. He is an absolute hoot and even does well with our senior chihuahua. It is apparent that he was well taken care of, loved, potty trained, and socialized before he became ours. Jan cares deeply about her chihuahuas and who they go to in the future. She was so easy to coordinate with and a friend for life was gained in the process. Can’t wait to use her again in the future. Thank you for everything Jan! We love our boy Archie so much!!!
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.