Mountain Lake Bostons
- Piedmont, MO
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Rhonda C., the breeder behind Mountain Lake Bostons located in Piedmont, MO. We are a small breeding program that specializes in raising quality Boston Terriers. We have been breeding Bostons since 1991. All our puppies are AKC registered, come from champion bloodlines, are current on all vaccinations, are Health guaranteed, and are pre-spoiled. We welcome any questions before or after you take your new puppy home. Our commitment to you doesn’t stop when you take your new puppy home.
Q. & A. with Rhonda
Why did you start breeding?
We started because we loved dogs. We found the Boston breed. and fell in love. Because of this, we decided to learn all we could about them and in the process made the decision to start a breeding program.What makes your program special?
We breed for conformation and health. We stay true to the standard of the breed.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Rhonda
Rhonda 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $800 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes AKC limited registration, 1-year health guarantee, current shots and deworming, and a vet check. Deposit is non-refundable unless the puppy doesn’t pass the vet exam.”
Contract & health guarantee
Rhonda 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 Rhonda 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 Rhonda 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Rhonda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Piedmont, MO
4674 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at St. Louis Lambert Airport
4582 miles away
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More about Rhonda
Rhonda has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Rhonda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Rhonda’s links
Rhonda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mountain Lake Bostons 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
Eddie, dad
Boston Terrier
About Eddie
Eddie is a male Boston Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rhonda decided to make him part of their program. Rhonda 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.
Rider, dad
Boston Terrier
About Rider
Rider is a male Boston Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rhonda decided to make him part of their program. Rhonda 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.
Glory, mom
Boston Terrier
About Glory
Glory is a female Boston Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rhonda decided to make her part of their program. Rhonda 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.
Hannah, mom
Boston Terrier
About Hannah
Hannah is a female Boston Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rhonda decided to make her part of their program. Rhonda 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.
Luna, mom
Boston Terrier
About Luna
Luna is a female Boston Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rhonda decided to make her part of their program. Rhonda 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
Great level
Mountain Lake Bostons 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.
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.
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.
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).
