Firelands Border Terriers
- Oberlin, OH
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Meet the breeder
I'm Susan K., the breeder behind Firelands Border Terriers located in Oberlin, OH. I began the Firelands kennel in 1998. I am interested in both show and performance events and most importantly in maintaining the historical integrity and health of the breed. I do not breed often, mainly to carry on the lines that I have been developing over 9 generations of Border Terriers.
Q. & A. with Susan
Why did you start breeding?
I got my first Border Terrier as a companion pet when I was living in the UK. As I developed a deeper interest in the breed, I began to import high quality foundation stock from both Finland and the United Kingdom. The dogs I keep for breeding are always AKC Champions with all required CHIC health tests. I do not breed often but have had some success over the years.What makes your program special?
I am interested in breeding beautiful, sound companion dogs for myself and for those I entrust my dogs with. I try to keep in contact with all owners for news about my dogs for their entire life-time. So when you get a Firelands Border Terrier you become a permanent part of my family.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Getting a puppy from Susan
Susan 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
Connect with Susan to learn more details about pricing.
“Firelands Border Terriers is not currently accepting new applications for puppies but am happy to speak with people interested in knowing more about Border Terriers. ”
Contract & health guarantee
Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Oberlin, OH
295 miles away
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More about Susan
Club memberships
Susan is a member of The Border Terrier Club and Border Terrier Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder of Merit.
Susan has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Susan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Susan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Firelands Border Terriers 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Firelands Border Terriers 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 Border 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.
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.
DNA Repository, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Spongiform Leukoencephalomyelopathy (SLEM)
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).
