GrinNation Noble Am Staffs
- Kankakee, IL
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Mary J., the breeder behind GrinNation Noble Am Staffs located in Kankakee, IL. The Am Staff has been my focus and commitment since 2001. Dedicated to producing quality pups and preserving the Noble line. I am a member of the Staffordshire Terrier Club of America and Working Dog Club. We want to provide top-quality beloved companions. We commit ourselves towards preparing each one of our puppies to thrive in their new homes, and we enjoy working with their new families so that they can raise their beloved companions with confidence!
Q. & A. with Mary
Why did you start breeding?
I had admired this breed before 2001 and once I had one in my home I never looked back. They are the all around American Dog with a side of humor. "American Made Terrier Tuff" is my slogan. My desire to produce such a magnificent specimen was born.What makes your program special?
I am specializing in preserving the Noble Line of Am Staff which has been around for 40 years. I The Noble Line is a "Type” of American Staffordshire Terrier. “Style” and “Character”, to the standard but all things being shown worthy, the male's head must be substantial but angular. Females were to be obviously female with a chiseled angled head, substantial bone Bone was always oval and NOT round. Speed, agility and athleticism were paramount. That was their balance. There were phenomenal, runners, jumpers, ratters, sheer speed etc. as well a beautiful a dog you could not take your eyes off whether their moving or standing still. The Noble line has almost disappeared from the American landscape and is an important part of the American Staffordshire Terrier history.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Brindle Girl #1
Went homeFemale
Blue Brindle Girl
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Little Black Betty
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Mary
Mary 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
“AKC Registration (Spay/Neuter Contract) Vet Cert, Physical, 1st vaccination, dewormed, ataxia clear, embark clear by parentage. Deposit holds the puppy until they are ready to go home.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mary 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 Mary 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 Mary 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
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mary.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Kankakee, IL
Other pick-up locations
More about Mary
Club memberships
Mary is a member of Schultz' K-9 Working Dog Club and Staffordshire Terrier Club of America.
Mary has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Mary was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Mary’s links
Mary is a trusted Good Dog breeder
GrinNation Noble Am Staffs 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
Sparrow, mom
American Staffordshire Terrier
About Sparrow
AKC Registered, Embark Clear and Ataxia Clear
Thorne, dad
American Staffordshire Terrier
About Thorne
AKC Registered, Embark Clear and Ataxia Clear
Phantom, dad
American Staffordshire Terrier
About Phantom
Phantom is a male American Staffordshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary decided to make him part of their program. Mary 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.
Rebel, mom
American Staffordshire Terrier
About Rebel
Rebel is a female American Staffordshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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.
Nash, dad
American Staffordshire Terrier
About Nash
Nash is a male American Staffordshire Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary decided to make him part of their program. Mary 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
Great level
GrinNation Noble Am Staffs 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 Staffordshire 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.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Canine Good Citizen (CGC), 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.
Full Embark Panel, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 4A (NCL4A), American Staffordshire Terrier Type
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).
