Melissa Holifield
- Laurel, MS
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Melissa H., the breeder behind Melissa Holifield located in Laurel, MS. We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive ok to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
Q. & A. with Melissa
What makes your program special?
I breed per the standards and strive for quality, healthy pups to provide years of love, companionship, and enjoyment. All are raised in my home and not in a kennel!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black brindle and white and black and white. 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.
Barkley
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Melissa partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“I take great care in screening potential homes. I am looking for forever homes and not just until someone gets tired of the puppy. It is very helpful when you apply if you tell me about any experience you have with Boston Terriers. Also, please tell me about your home, family, and work life. We will definitely set a time to talk and discuss your expectations and my expectations. ”
Price
“Includes up to date vaccines, de-wormings, vet checks, health certificate, registration and 1 month of Trupanion pet insurance that must be activated by purchaser prior to picking up pup. I will provide links and code. Each pup is raised in my home! They come healthy, spoiled, and socialized. Note: If pickup is soon then I do not require deposit but cash only at pickup. No electronic transfers, no money orders, or no cashiers checks. If pickup more than 48 hours away deposit may be required. I have references. Pups come microchipped with free lifetime registration! You must have a Gooddog profile photo(s) and complete the application screening process for my review. I reserve the right to accept or reject applicants. .”
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa 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 with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Laurel, MS
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Mobile Airport
Meet in Fairhope, AL
More about Melissa
Club memberships
Melissa is a member of Boston Terrier Club of America.
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Melissa’s links
Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Melissa Holifield 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
Melissa H.
Litter update on 03 Apr •Seeking furever home now. Don’t snooze and lose! He’s a rare hunk of love and calming down from the pup phase into his calmer teen phase.
Benji Rio and Diamond's litter
Parent dogs
Diamond, mom
Boston Terrier
About Diamond
Diamond is a female Boston Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Benji Rio, dad
Boston Terrier
About Benji Rio
Benji Rio is such a smart and handsome boy! He loves to play, but most of all loves me, his human mom! He’s a real teddy bear!
Parent health testing
Good level
Melissa Holifield 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 Boston Terriers.
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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC)
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).
