Cross the Rubicon
Meet the breeder
I'm Natalia K., the breeder behind Cross the Rubicon located in Gainesville, VA. I fell in love with Kerry Blue Terriers 30 years ago because of their versatility, the look, the right size and non shedding cot. Since 1995, I am striving to produce the best in the breed. I am proud to compete with many of my dogs for the top ranking, achieving not just No 1 placement in USA but abroad as well. My Kerries are wonderful pets and versatile working/competition dogs.
Q. & A. with Natalia
Why did you start breeding?
In 1998, I met the real game-changer, Italian and Multi Ch. Aran Enniskeen. After seeing this keen, upstanding, gorgeous male, my fate was sealed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEoEpyeWS2QWhat makes your program special?
https://showsightmagazine.com/dr-natalia-samaj-kunze-cross-the-rubicon-kerry-blue-terriers/What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Kerry Blue Terrier puppies are blue. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier puppies are wheaten. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Natalia
Natalia 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
"The price depends on the puppy- comes with health exam, vaccine and microchip."
Contract & health guarantee
Natalia 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 Natalia 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 Natalia 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Natalia.
Breeder's location
Meet in Gainesville, VA
19 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Washington Dulles Airport
6 miles away
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More about Natalia
Club memberships
Natalia is a member of United KBT Club.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Natalia has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Natalia was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Natalia is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Cross the Rubicon 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 health testing
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Excellent level
Cross the Rubicon 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 Kerry Blue Terriers.
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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, Factor XI Deficiency, von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).
