I'm Melissa S., the breeder behind Brimelle Staffords located in California. Our goal is to ensure every dog from our program is set up to live a happy and healthy life and is prepared for its future role. We are responsible breeders who are passionate about Staffordshire Bull Terriers. Our dogs are central to our lives, and we are proud of their accomplishments. We enjoy participating in conformation events and staying involved in the breed.
Q. & A. with Melissa
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa 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 between $1,800 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“AKC registered, limited and full depending approval. DNA specific tests for staffordshire bull terriers as well as OFAor PENN HIP Hips. Cerf eye tests as well as other appropriate eye tests.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in California
5652 miles away
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Melissa is a member of Staffordshire bull terrier club of America .
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Brimelle Staffords 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
Honey, mom
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
About Honey
Honey is a female Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Lyra, mom
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
About Lyra
Lyra is a female Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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
Brimelle Staffords 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 Staffordshire Bull 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.
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.
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).