Gaus Hof

Rita G.

Breeder of American Hairless Terriers

  • Buckingham, IL ·
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Meet the breeder

I'm Rita G., the breeder behind Gaus Hof located in Buckingham, IL. Home raised, fully health tested parents, AKC Champions. Healthy, happy parent dogs. Puppies are vaccinated, microchipped and vet checked. AKC registered. We do Fastcat, temperament test, scent work and other performance. Pre spoiled puppies.

Q. & A. with Rita

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I used to train German Shepherds and started breeding them in 1999, when we had an accidental litter. It was such a wonderful experience. Later I fell in love with the American Hairless Terrier and decided to show in conformation and do performance like racing, scent work, or trick dog. My goal is to produce healthy puppies that are built to the breed Standard and also have great temperament.

  • What makes your program special?

    Consistently improving our breeding program to produce the best all around and stable puppies. AKC breeder of Merit. Show and performance results, consistently clear health test results of breeding stock, publicly listed health testing on OFA website. Health guarantee. Satisfied customers and excellent customer service with a lifetime support for our puppy clients.

  • What are the different breed coat types in your program?

    Our puppies have hairless coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include blue tan and white, lilac dilute, black tan and white, black and tan, red and white, white and chocolate, and white and black. 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.

Getting a puppy from Rita

Rita has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Rita partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“Buyers get to choose puppies in order of deposit received. I will be happy to assist in the process. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price depends on gender and color and is for limited AKC registration, includes up to date vaccinations, deworming, vet check, microchip, and health guarantee. Deposits are non refundable but will be applied towards purchase price of the puppy. Please confirm availability of a puppy before sending a deposit.”

Contract & health guarantee

Rita 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 Rita 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 Rita 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Initial potty training
      • AKC registration
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Rita.

Breeder's location

Meet in Buckingham, IL

4387 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport

4332 miles away

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Meet in Milwaukee, WI

4281 miles away

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More about Rita

  • Club memberships

    Rita is a member of Stone City Kennel Club and AHTCA.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit, Licensed Veterinary Technician.

  • Rita has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Rita was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Rita is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Gaus Hof 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

American Hairless Terrier

Poodle

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Gaus Hof 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 American Hairless 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Serum Bile Acid Test, Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Brucellosis, Legg-Calve-Perthes (OFA)

    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.

  • Full Embark Panel

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Rita to bring home their puppies.

  • Danielle M.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    Rita was wonderful to work with. She was kind and willing to work with us on delivery location closer to us. We are really enjoying our 2 girls and the fun (chaos) they bring to our life. ❤️

    Jason P.

    Verified owner · June 2026

      • +4

    Rita was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was responsive and happy to answer every question I had. She was kind enough to acknowledge my requests for new pictures every week until I was finally able to pick up my puppy. I picked up a happy and healthy puppy with all critical paperwork. I can honestly say Rita is an honest person and exceptionally caring breeder. She is well organized and takes the time to ensure the puppy is going to a good home. I wanted to wait a few weeks before posting my review and 3 weeks later, I can confidently say, welcoming our puppy to the family was a very positive experience from start to finish. Thank you, Rita!

    Paul Anthony R.

    Verified owner · May 2026

      • +4

    Just had a remarkable experience working with Rita & we are in absolute love with our new AHT puppy. From my intial contact with Rita, she was super friendly, incredibly responsive & a tremendous wealth of knowledge. She had literally every angle covered, and was instrumental in coordinating my “Flight Nanny” who transported our pup from Chicago to us in NY. I highly recommend Rita as both a breeder & great person. Thank you so so much.

  • Courtney H.

    Verified owner · June 2026

      • +7

    Rita was great to work with and answered all of my questions. Rowan has been great and is super smart and sweet. I would recommend Rita to anyone looking for an AHT and look forward to working with her again in the future.

    Kelli H.

    Verified owner · May 2026

    Rita is the best to work with and the nanny that brought him to me was great. We are in love with our little chaos

    BM

    Brenda M.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2024

    Aspen is doing so good. We got a second dog Australian shepherd named Paris. They play so well together

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.