I'm Katherine T., the breeder behind Brass Lite Sussex located in Middleport, NY. I offer top-quality Sussex Spaniel puppies for families who share the same love and passion I do for these lovely companions. I strive to produce quality puppies for families that are structurally sound, healthy, intuitive and have wonderful temperaments. I look forward to connecting you with your new pup!
I have shown at some of the biggest dog shows: Westminster, our Nationals, AKC National Championship just to name a few.
I have shown my own dogs and used a handler
I believe is health screening, to try to give my puppies the best start at a health life. My dogs are rasied in a house setting.
Pat Trotter says, “Not all pets are show dogs but I can assure you that all show dogs are pets.”.
Q. & A. with Katherine
Why did you start breeding?
I have always loved dogs and was excited to establish my breeding program. I have enjoyed the journey, and I am a proud breeder with a focus on temperament and the overall mental and physical health of my puppies. I am passionate about placing happy, healthy puppies with loving families.
What makes your program special?
My goal is to produce a great representation of the Sussex Spaniel and to continue improving the line with each generation.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are golden liver. 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.
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Katherine
Katherine 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $2,750 - $4,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee of AKC registration, first round of vaccination, microchipped, deworming & puppy socialization. Deposits are taken after we determine the suitability of a home for our pup. Puppy will always to accepted back by breeder, no question asked. Under special condition will deposit be refunded.”
Contract & health guarantee
Katherine 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 Katherine 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 Katherine directly.
Brass Lite Sussex 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
Sweetums, dad
Sussex Spaniel
About Sweetums
Sweetums is a male Sussex Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Katherine decided to make him part of their program. Katherine 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.
Capi, mom
Sussex Spaniel
About Capi
Capi is a female Sussex Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katherine decided to make her part of their program. Katherine 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.
Oliver, dad
Sussex Spaniel
About Oliver
Russian Import
Mia, mom
Sussex Spaniel
About Mia
Mia is a female Sussex Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katherine decided to make her part of their program. Katherine 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.
Tilly, mom
Sussex Spaniel
About Tilly
Tilly is a female Sussex Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katherine decided to make her part of their program. Katherine 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.
Joise, mom
Sussex Spaniel
About Joise
Joise is a female Sussex Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katherine decided to make her part of their program. Katherine 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.
Piper, mom
Sussex Spaniel
About Piper
Piper is a female Sussex Spaniel over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katherine decided to make her part of their program. Katherine 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
Brass Lite Sussex 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 Sussex Spaniels.
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.
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.
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).