Coltsfoot
- West Glover, VT
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Elizabeth T., the breeder behind Coltsfoot located in West Glover, VT. Every dog we breed is health tested, and proven in ring and sport. Litters are planned with the intent of producing a show and performance puppy to keep. Health, socialization and temperament are paramount, because while not every puppy will be a show dog, each will be someone's beloved pet.
Q. & A. with Elizabeth
Why did you start breeding?
I bred my first litter of Pointers 45 years ago with a great mentor. Planning a litter is like sculpting with genetics, using your "eye" to imagine how a combination will work and then seeing it realized in flesh. Health, temperament, and working ability are equal parts of the equation. Then comes the best part -- watching the puppies grow and launching each one into its best life.What makes your program special?
I believe that in addition to conformation, my dogs should do what they were originally bred to do. So showing, health testing, socialization, and proving temperament and instinct are integral to my program. Done right, it's expensive, but worth it! I'm available for advice and support for the lifetime of each puppy. My carefully screened puppy owners are extended family -- often for life!What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Manchester Terrier puppies are toy size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Manchester Terrier puppies are black and tan. Irish Water Spaniel puppies are 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.
Boy puppy
Went homeMale
Bianca
Went homeFemale
Red
Went homeMale
Green Boy
Went homeMale
Yellow Boy
Went homeMale
Purple Boy
Went homeMale
Blue Boy
Went homeMale
Chartreuse Boy
Went homeMale
Burgundy Boy
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Elizabeth
Elizabeth 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
“Puppies are vet checked, microchipped, wormed, & one or more sets of vaccines. Puppy Culture & temperament tested, written contract & guarantee, AKC limited registration. Full registration TBD. I ask for your commitment once I feel pretty confident I have the right puppy for you. Refundable if I can't provide a puppy as promised after evaluations and temperament testing at around 8 weeks.”
Contract & health guarantee
Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth directly.
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
- Microchip
Extras
- Registration
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Elizabeth.
Breeder’s location
Meet in West Glover, VT
3611 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Manchester–Boston Airport
3654 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Elizabeth can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Elizabeth
Club memberships
Elizabeth is a member of Lake Champlain Retriever Club, Green Mountain Dog Club, and Irish Water Spaniel Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Elizabeth has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Elizabeth was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Elizabeth’s links
Elizabeth is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Coltsfoot 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
Lydia, mom
Manchester Terrier
About Lydia
Lydia is a female Manchester Terrier almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Elizabeth decided to make her part of their program. Elizabeth 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Xanthinuria, Type 2a, +4 more.
Parent health testing
Irish Water Spaniel
Manchester Terrier
Excellent level
Coltsfoot 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 Irish Water Spaniels.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), 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.
Serum Bile Acid Test, Brucellosis
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.
