Bayou Black Russians
- Benton, LA
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Expected Black Russian Terrier litter
Due Oct. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Kali C., the breeder behind Bayou Black Russians located in Benton, LA. Our health‑tested, family‑raised Black Russian Terriers are bred for correct structure, stable temperaments, and true versatility. Every puppy is raised with care and purpose, becoming a confident, well‑socialized dog who can excel in the show ring, in working roles, and as a devoted companion.
Q. & A. with Kali
Why did you start breeding?
I fell in love with Black Russian Terriers at age 10 and began grooming, handling, and learning under dedicated breed mentors at 14. After owning the breed since 2016, my passion naturally grew into breeding—driven by a desire to preserve their structure, temperament, and true versatility. I welcomed home my foundation female in 2022.What makes your program special?
My program is built on health‑tested, family‑raised Black Russian Terriers with correct structure, stable temperaments, and true versatility. Each puppy is raised in a loving home with careful socialization, puppy culture, and ENS, producing confident dogs who excel as show prospects, working partners, and devoted companions. My goal is to produce healthy, stable dogs you can live with happily.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kali
Kali has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
“Price includes vetting, DNA testing, ENS, socialization, intro to basic training, AKC registration, microchipping and more. All of our puppies are the same price across the board regardless of pet/show/working/sport home/gender. Price includes vetting, DNA testing, registration, microchip, intro to basic training and more.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kali 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 Kali 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 Kali 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kali.
Breeder's location
Meet in Benton, LA
5018 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Shreveport Airport
5034 miles away
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Meet in Nashville, TN
4574 miles away
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More about Kali
Club memberships
Kali is a member of BRTCA.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Professional Groomer, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Kali has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months
Kali was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Kali’s links
Kali is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bayou Black Russians 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
Joelene, mom
Black Russian Terrier
About Joelene
Joelene is a confident, affectionate girl with beautiful structure and a steady, people‑focused temperament. Raised in our home, she embodies the balance of strength, intelligence, and sensitivity the breed is known for. Joelene thrives in both work and companionship, and her calm, willing nature makes her a joy to live with and a valuable part of our program.
Excellent health testing
Agouti DNA Test, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +6 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Bayou Black Russians 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 Black Russian Terriers.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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 (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.
Vet Wellness Exam
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.
Dominant Black DNA Test, Agouti DNA Test, Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis & Polyneuropathy (JLPP), Hyperuricosuria (HUU)
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).
