I'm Jacquelyn F., the breeder behind First Class Bassets and Bedlingtons located in Gardnerville, NV. Our top-ranked Bedlington Terriers have been available to companion and show buyers since 1995, and Basset Hounds since 1971. We are preservation breeders known for our dogs' beauty and soundness. Our dogs have excelled in all venues, from earth dog to obedience, performance work and conformation. We produce top-quality show prospects AND beloved companions from carefully planned litters. We are also proud AKC Breeders of Merit. We look forward to connecting with you!
Q. & A. with Jacquelyn
Why did you start breeding?
Purposeful and ethical breeding is so important for the healthy progression of these breeds. Basset Hounds and Bedlington Terriers are our passion, and we are devoted to doing whatever we can to preserve, protect, and improve these incredible dogs by producing puppies of superior health, pedigree, and structure. Our priority is quality over quantity, and our puppies are placed in loving forever homes that we have reviewed carefully.
What makes your program special?
Our program is special because we are the only Bedlington breeder in the country that has had multiple successes with our dogs in AKC conformation competitions. We have finished more than 50 champions, and we bred the top-producing dog in both 2010 and 2012. We are also the only breeders authorized to incorporate the Willow Wind name, bred by David Ramsey, into the name of our dogs. We have also finished more than 60 champions with our early Basset Hound dogs. If you are looking for the perfect, quality companions in temperament, show quality, soundness, and manners, look no further!
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.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Jacquelyn
Jacquelyn 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 $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Also included are expert advice and guidance, deworming, vaccinations, Early Neurological Stimulation, and socialization. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of color gender or showability. They are all microchipped and appropriately health tested.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jacquelyn 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 Jacquelyn 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 Jacquelyn directly.
First Class Bassets and Bedlingtons 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
Basset Hound
Bedlington Terrier
Aubrie, mom
Basset Hound
About Aubrie
Aubrie is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jacquelyn decided to make her part of their program. Jacquelyn 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.
Curly, dad
Basset Hound
About Curly
Curly is a male Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jacquelyn decided to make him part of their program. Jacquelyn 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.
Mary, mom
Basset Hound
About Mary
Mary is a female Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jacquelyn decided to make her part of their program. Jacquelyn 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.
Graybeard, dad
Basset Hound
About Graybeard
Graybeard is a male Basset Hound. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jacquelyn decided to make him part of their program. Jacquelyn 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.
Reno, dad
Bedlington Terrier
About Reno
Top- winning bedlington still reproducing at 10 year old age.
SheyneMaidl, mom
Bedlington Terrier
About SheyneMaidl
SheyneMaidl is a female Bedlington Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jacquelyn decided to make her part of their program. Jacquelyn 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
Good level
First Class Bassets and Bedlingtons 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 Bedlington Terriers.
Copper Toxicosis, Bedlington Terrier Type (COMMD1)
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).