I'm Mary ann W., the breeder behind Mary ann Whipple's Rat Terriers located in Canandaguia, NY. It is our goal to help ensure the future of the Terrier through responsibly breeding our exceptional dogs. We strive to produce exceptional family companions but also have the ability to succeed in a variety of competitive and sporting events. Our. Breeder fogs have been DNA tested are are in excellent health!
Q. & A. with Mary ann
Why did you start breeding?
I have always loved dogs . We bred labs ,20 years ago. We have bred and raised Quarter and Appaloosa horses so downsizing to the Old Dominion Terrior has been a blessing!
What makes your program special?
We carefully selected the breeding
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black white and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 7
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Ruthie
Went home
Female
Snowy
Went home
Female
Patty
Went home
Female
Rocky
Went home
Male
Ali
Went home
Female
Lori
Went home
Female
Rachel
Went home
Female
Terri
Went home
Female
Henry
Went home
Male
Cayenne
Went home
Male
Cilantro
Went home
Male
Thyme
Went home
Male
Licorice
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Patty
Went home
Female
Sam
Went home
Male
Tuxy
Went home
Female
Dorothy
Went home
Female
Susan
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Mary ann
Mary ann 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 $350 non-refundable deposit and between $650 - $950 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes 1st and 2 nd round round Spectrum 5 way vaccine, have been wormed regularly with a puppy wormer, started on paper training and very much loved and played with.
Their wellness appointment with vet is being scheduled for mid September. All puppy are same price except for the Tuxedo male. He is the Breeders pick of the litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mary ann 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 ann 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 ann directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
Registration
Food & treats
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mary ann.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Canandaguia, NY
266 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Rochester Airport
282 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Mary ann can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Mary ann
Mary ann has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Mary ann was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Mary ann is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mary ann Whipple's Rat Terriers 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
Mary ann W.
Litter update on 04 Mar. •
Last of the Whipple Old Dominion terriers at weeks old
Rocky and Rosie's litter
Mary ann W.
Program update on 14 Feb. •
All the puppies in this litter, have been sold! They had an excellent vet exam and will soon be heading to their new homes! If you are still looking for a puppy, please check out Rosie’s litter,, we have 3 females left in her litter. We hope to breed again in 2026
Mary ann W.
Litter update on 25 Jan. •
Almost 5 weeks old, a few females left to sell😀
Rocky and Oakley's litter
Mary ann W.
Litter update on 22 Jan. •
4 week old video of Rosie and Rocky’s litter
Rocky and Rosie's litter
Mary ann W.
Program update on 17 Jan. •
The white one sold on day 1, they did not want the tail docked
Mary ann W.
Litter update on 17 Jan. •
Susan, Tuxy and Dorothy left
Rocky and Oakley's litter
Mary ann W.
Litter update on 17 Jan. •
Almost 4 weeks old!
Rocky and Oakley's litter
Mary ann W.
Litter update on 17 Jan. •
Almost 4 weeks old!
Rocky and Rosie's litter
Mary ann W.
Program update on 09 Jan. •
Mary ann W.
Program update on 31 Dec. 2024 •
To everyone interested in flying a puppy to an airport near you location please be aware that that will add an additional $700 to the puppy cost. That will include to flights for myself,the puppy and a 1 night hotel stay . The days I fly puppies are Mon,Tuesday,or Wednesday s only
Parent dogs
Oakley, mom
Rat Terrier
About Oakley
Awesome family dog.She is triple registered, and DNA tested with Embark
Good health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA).
Rosie, mom
Rat Terrier
About Rosie
Rosie is double registered. She is registered with the Old Dominion Terrier Club of America and the United Kennel Club. She is long bodied weighs 38 pounds and loves to please💖
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Mary ann to bring home their puppies.
Donald N.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
Mary help me out very much made me feel confident that the website was awesome I was very skeptical. About the website. But I’m telling you it’s very good. Do not worry about buying a puppy from them. Mary and her husband are awesome. Thank you again I love my puppy.
Jeffery T.
Verified owner · Feb. 2025
Maryann was excellent to work with. She answered our questions in a timely manner & assured us that the puppy we picked was available for adoption. Maryann & her husband are very polite people, and we love our newest addition to our family.
Keri H.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
Mary Ann was so quick with responding. She answered all our questions and spoke with us a couple times over the phone. We are so happy with our new puppy!
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.