Heart and Soul Jack Russells
- Connecticut
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Jennifer C., the breeder behind Heart and Soul Jack Russells located in Connecticut. I have been breeding for 30 years. All of my dogs live as part of the family. They have all been health screened. I do everything I can to produce emotionally and psychically sound four-legged family members.
Q. & A. with Jennifer
Why did you start breeding?
After many years of owning and judging, I researched and bred my first litter. I raised 5 litters then took a 15-year break to raise my son.What makes your program special?
My dogs are bred and raised from my heart and soul.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Jennifer
Jennifer 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 $100 refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“A deposit is to hold (on the list ) a puppy for you ,is $100 non refundable .50%of purchase price required once selection of puppy is confirmed by contract.The remainder is due on pickup of puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Connecticut
3737 miles away
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More about Jennifer
Club memberships
Jennifer is a member of Jack Russell Terrier Club of America and Yankee Jack Russell Terrier Network.
Jennifer has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Jennifer was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Jennifer’s links
Jennifer is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Heart and Soul Jack Russells 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
Darla, mom
Jack Russell Terrier
About Darla
Darla is a female Jack Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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
Excellent level
Heart and Soul Jack Russells 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 Jack Russell Terriers.
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.
JRTCA Registry, JRT Health Registry, Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with 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.
Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA), Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), 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).
