Briarroot Kennel
- Darby, MT
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Barbara H., the breeder behind Briarroot Kennel located in Darby, MT. We are breeders who do everything we can to better the breed and ensure our dogs and puppies are able to get the very most out of life. We breed sound, healthy dogs to the breed standards and raise them carefully to make lifelong companions. Finding the perfect home for each puppy is extremely important to us.
Q. & A. with Barbara
Why did you start breeding?
A few years ago I discovered Otterhounds. They are a rare breed with a small gene pool. I researched the possibility of breeding my girls, found a mentor in the breed, and here we are—learning and enjoying! We have since added a second breed to our kennel- Basset Fauve de Bretagne.What makes your program special?
Most puppies will live in pet homes. I believe pet owners really want dogs that are easy to live with, healthy, and have a good chance to live long vibrant lives. We breed sound dogs to the AKC standard but always with that in mind.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Barbara
Barbara 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 between $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes AKC registration, microchip, age appropriate vaccinations, microchip registration. A $500 deposit will be requested. Deposit is refundable if there’s not a puppy available for you in the litter, if your application is not approved, or should you change your mind before the puppy is 4 weeks old.”
Contract & health guarantee
Barbara 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 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 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 Barbara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Darby, MT
4968 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Missoula Montana Airport (was Missoula Airport)
4915 miles away
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More about Barbara
Club memberships
Barbara is a member of Basset Fauve de Bretagne Club of America , The Otterhound Club of America, and Five Valley Kennel Club.
Barbara has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Barbara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Barbara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Briarroot Kennel 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
All breeds
Otterhound
Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Coco, mom
Otterhound
About Coco
Coco is a female Otterhound over 10 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barbara decided to make her part of their program. Barbara 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.
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.Flash, dad
Basset Fauve de Bretagne
About Flash
Flash is a male Basset Fauve de Bretagne about 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Barbara decided to make him part of their program. Barbara 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.
Reki, mom
Basset Fauve de Bretagne
About Reki
Reki is a female Basset Fauve de Bretagne almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barbara decided to make her part of their program. Barbara 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.
Lily, mom
Otterhound
About Lily
Black and Tan grizzle
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Opal, mom
Basset Fauve de Bretagne
About Opal
Opal is a female Basset Fauve de Bretagne over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barbara decided to make her part of their program. Barbara 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.
Gio, dad
Otterhound
About Gio
Gio is a male Otterhound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Barbara decided to make him part of their program. Barbara 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
Great level
Briarroot Kennel 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 Otterhounds.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, 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.
DNA Profile, Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia, Otterhound Type
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).
