Jake's Kennels
- Wayne, NE
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Dawn J., the breeder behind Jake's Kennels located in Wayne, NE. We care deeply about Rat Terriers and have built that love and respect for the breed into every aspect of our program. Our goal is to ensure every dog that comes from our program is set up to live a happy and healthy life and is prepared for its future role when it leaves our care. We provide each of our pups with lots of socialization and love, and we are dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding policies.
Q. & A. with Dawn
Why did you start breeding?
A girlfriend wanted to use my male .. and it all startedWhat makes your program special?
I only breed about every three years so I’m not hard core breeder
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Dawn
Dawn 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.
Dawn partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 8 weeks old.
“After evaluating temperaments and personality’s we will match puppies with there family ”
Price
“Includes AKC registration and age appropriate vaccines. Depending on puppy price can very.”
Contract & health guarantee
Dawn 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 Dawn 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 Dawn 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized in new places
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Dawn.
Breeder's location
Meet in Wayne, NE
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sioux Gateway Airport (Brig. General Bud Day Field)
Meet in Sioux City, IA
More about Dawn
Dawn has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Dawn was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Dawn is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Jake's Kennels 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
Litter and program updates
Dawn J.
Program update on 06 June •All puppies are sold
Dawn J.
Program update on 22 Apr •5 weeks old
Dawn J.
Program update on 16 Apr •We have a litter of rat terriers 4 boys 2 girls Very colorful litter!!
Dawn J.
Program update on 06 Apr •We had a litter of 6 puppies Twain and Annie
Parent dogs
All breeds
Rat Terrier
Glen of Imaal Terrier
Fiona, mom
Rat Terrier
About Fiona
Fiona is a female Rat Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dawn decided to make her part of their program. Dawn 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.
Ali, dad
Rat Terrier
About Ali
Ali is a male Rat Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Dawn decided to make him part of their program. Dawn 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.
Annie, mom
Rat Terrier
About Annie
Very sweet girl well mannered loves to hunt.. She’s are yard dog..
Twain, dad
Rat Terrier
About Twain
Twain is a gentle dog. But can turn it on when needed or asked to! AKC, UKC registered Black and white bi in color
Maeve, mom
Glen of Imaal Terrier
About Maeve
Maeve is a female Glen of Imaal Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dawn decided to make her part of their program. Dawn 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.
Guerin, dad
Glen of Imaal Terrier
About Guerin
Guerin is a male Glen of Imaal Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Dawn decided to make him part of their program. Dawn 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.
