Kelly’s Ratters

Kelly J.

Breeder of Rat Terriers

  • Newport, WA

Meet the breeder

I'm Kelly J., the breeder behind Kelly’s Ratters located in Newport, WA. I'm a lifelong dog enthusiast, and I'm excited to share my passion and purpose with others through my breeding program. Raising Rat Terriers to be loving companions for LIFE. Breeding healthy, strong dogs that retain a strong natural prey drive with the future of the breed always in mind. My puppies are raised underfoot in my home in the beautiful mountains of the Pacific Northwest. My puppies are given a healthy, loving start so they can succeed as well-socialized, trainable, wonderful additions to your family.

Q. & A. with Kelly

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My dad raised English Bulldogs, Border Collies, and American Saddlebred Horses when I was growing up. Dad had a Rat Terrier “Slim” late in life. I fell in love with her and had to have my own. Really hard to find this breed so I thought, “They’re such great dogs more people should have them! So here I am raising them!

  • What makes your program special?

    Because they’re raised in my home one litter at a time they get all my love and attention. They get top-quality food to help them grow into strong healthy adult dogs. Around 5 weeks they get access to a safe fenced area outdoors to play and begin potty training. They get their first shots, puppy wormer, and veterinary health check before going to their new family. I’m always available for questions and support with raising your new puppy. Sire and Dam have been genetically tested for PLL-primary lens luxation, PRA-PRCD-progressive rod cone degeneration, DM -degenerative myelopathy and both parents are Clear, meaning they don’t have any of these genes so their puppies won’t have them either.

  • 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 Kelly

Kelly 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 $500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Registration forms for AKC and UKC for you to register your puppy. 1st puppy vaccinations, wormer, and Veterinary health check. Support for questions about raising your new pup. Non-refundable deposit unless I can’t provide your puppy. Be sure you want to love this puppy for LIFE before making a deposit. If you are not familiar with this breed contact me and we'll chat,.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kelly 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 Kelly 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 Kelly 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Newport, WA

4920 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Spokane Airport (Geiger Field)

4965 miles away

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More about Kelly

  • Kelly has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year

    Kelly was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Kelly’s links

Kelly is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Kelly’s Ratters 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Kelly’s Ratters 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 Rat Terriers.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Primary Lens Luxation (PLL)

    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 Kelly to bring home their puppies.

  • AH

    Amber H.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    I purchased a rat terrier female puppy from Kelly, I was very impressed with the dog's temperament and how easy it's been to potty train. Kelly does not have the puppies in a kennel, but has given up a portion of her home to let them be in a good environment. If you are looking to purchase a rat terrier, I would buy one from her.

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