I'm Christy W., the breeder behind Hearthrob Haven located in Pinckney, MI. We are quality breeders of AKC and UKC registered Russell Terriers. Our dogs are health tested and socialized to be loving companions. We are breeders who do everything we can to better the breed and ensure our dogs and puppies are able to get the very most out of life.
Q. & A. with Christy
Why did you start breeding?
We wanted to produce healthy, attractive, loving pups within the AKC standard.
What makes your program special?
We selectively breed to produce outstanding companion dogs. Our dogs are healthy, energetic, loving, trainable, and cute, all rolled into one package. We adhere to the AKC breed standard and offer lifetime support for all our puppy buyers.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Ash
Went home
Female
Spruce
Went home
Male
Aspen
Went home
Male
Cypress
Went home
Male
Oak
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Christy
Christy 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 - $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes a health guarantee, age specific vaccinations and scheduled de-wormings. Along with being microchipped. Socialization training and AKC litter registration papers. This deposit is non-refundable unless I as the seller cannot fulfill the requirements of the pre-purchase agreement.”
Contract & health guarantee
Christy 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 Christy 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 Christy directly.
Hearthrob Haven 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
Aurora, mom
Russell Terrier
About Aurora
Petite female 10 1/2 inches tall, about 13 lbs., rough coat, Tan and White. Aurora is my "Heart" dog. She is my foundation bitch, my first Russell Terrier. We have learned a lot from each other. This is her third litter and I have delivered everyone as she and I are so bonded she expects me to be her mid-wife. I showed her to her Championship myself. I promised her she wouldn't have to ever show again once she finished, she didn't like being in the ring or the grooming I'm not sure which one she hated more. She's a wonderful mother, a great companion and a snuggle bug.
Duke, dad
Russell Terrier
About Duke
Duke is a male Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Christy decided to make him part of their program. Christy 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.
Cheddar, dad
Russell Terrier
About Cheddar
Cheddar is a male Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Christy decided to make him part of their program. Christy 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
Hearthrob Haven 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 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.
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.
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.
DNA Profile
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).