BlackberryBRT

Serafima P.

Breeder of Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonkas

Philmont, NY
Responds within a day

Available puppies

Blackberry

Ready June 8

11 weeks old · Male

Blueberry

Ready June 8

11 weeks old · Male

Black Raspberry

Ready June 8

11 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Serafima P., the breeder behind BlackberryBRT located in Philmont, NY. An AKC Breeder of Merit, experience breeding dogs since 1974, originally Black Russian Terriers, now Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonkas. I breed for health and longevity above all else and within standards. I health test extensively and strive to produce the very best dogs possible.

Q. & A. with Serafima

Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding originally in Russia all the way back in 1974, breeding world class Black Russian Terriers, and continued to do so when I finally had space and a beautiful home in Upstate New York. I recently fell in love with Bolonkas ten years ago, a beautiful, intelligent, and loyal lap dog. They make wonderful companions.
What makes your program special?
I health test extensively, close to the standard, and I delve deep into pedigrees to prevent hereditary issues and aim to breed the very best dogs possible. I care deeply about health and longevity, dogs that are physically capable and intelligent, as well as a beautiful and loving.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brown and black. Colors will 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.

Yellow Berry
Reserved
Female
Biscotti
Went home
Male

Getting a puppy from Serafima

Serafima 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.

Serafima partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.

“We evaluate the preferences and needs of each prospective buyer and match the most suitable puppies to the most suitable owners. Our goal is to ensure that everyone receives the perfect puppy.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes AKC registration, deworming, vaccinations depending on age, partial toilet training, veterinarian conducted puppy examination before going home, and lifetime support and advice. All of our puppies are guaranteed to be in good health and pure breed. Deposit is included in the final purchase price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Serafima 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 Serafima 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 Serafima 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
  - Vet records
- Extras
  - AKC registration
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - Basic obedience & manners
  - Food & treats
  - Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Serafima.

Breeder's location

Meet in Philmont, NY

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Albany Airport

Meet in Albany, NY

More about Serafima

Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Serafima has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Serafima was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Serafima’s links
- Website

Serafima is a trusted Good Dog breeder

BlackberryBRT 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

Berry, mom
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
About Berry
Berry is a female Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Serafima decided to make her part of their program. Serafima 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.
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.
Yummy, dad
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
About Yummy
Yummy is a male Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Serafima decided to make him part of their program. Serafima 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.
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel.
Cherry, mom
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka
About Cherry
Cherry is a female Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Serafima decided to make her part of their program. Serafima 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

BlackberryBRT 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 Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonkas.

Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
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.
Wisdom 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).