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Mountain Top
- Viper, KY
- Responds within a few hours
Available puppies and older dogs
Victor
Ready Jan. 6, 2026
1 week old · Male
Whopper
Ready now
7 years old · Male
Prince
Ready now
2 years old · Male
Upcoming litters
Planned Russell Terrier litter
Due Dec. 2025
Ready Feb. 2026
Planned Beagle litter
Due Dec. 2025
Ready Feb. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Shana C., the breeder behind Mountain Top located in Viper, KY. Our dogs are bred with health and temperament in mind as well as striving for the AKC and UKC standards. We socialize our puppies and use the Puppy Culture program. When you choose one of our pups you are part of our Mountain Top family and we want to keep in touch and provide assistance for the life of the dog.
Q. & A. with Shana
Why did you start breeding?
I fell in love with the breeds and then when I retired from teaching I began to breed Russell Terriers and then beagles.What makes your program special?
We believe in keeping the health and temperament as the most important priorities but also remember the happiness of our dogs. We live in a rural area that allows them to have the freedom to hunt and run. We socialize them and train our puppies with the Puppy Culture Program.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Beagle puppies include 13-inch and 15-inch sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Beagle puppies include brown and white, lemon and white, red and white, brown white and tan, black white and tan, and blue tan and white. Russell Terrier puppies include tri-color, white, white and tan, and white and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.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.
Boo
Went homeFemale
Pumpkin
Went homeFemale
Buddy
Went homeMale
Patch
Went homeMale
Patch
Went homeMale
Moonshine
Went homeFemale
Sunny
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Shana
Shana 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Deposits are non refundable but will be taken off the final price and used for a future litter. Deposits are non refundable but will be taken off the final price If a puppy is taken from the litter the deposit is paid for then the deposit will go toward the next available litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Shana 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 Shana 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 Shana 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
- 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
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Basic obedience & manners
- AKC registration
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Shana.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Viper, KY
4382 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Blue Grass Airport
4397 miles away
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Meet in Lexington, KY
4393 miles away
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More about Shana
Club memberships
Shana is a member of National Beagle Club and ARTC.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Shana has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Shana was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Shana is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mountain Top 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
Shana C.
Litter update on 04 Oct. •Sweet
Stormy and Secret's litter
Shana C.
Litter update on 03 Oct. •Eating solid foods
Stormy and Secret's litter
Shana C.
Litter update on 30 Aug. •Tri color boys only one available !!!
Prince and Lady Di's litter
Shana C.
Litter update on 30 Aug. •Two little blue white and tan boys
Gandalf and Sassy Claire's litter
Shana C.
Litter update on 30 Aug. •Sweet puppies eat sleep repeat
Gandalf and Sassy Claire's litter
Shana C.
Litter update on 28 Aug. •Beagle Mania
Gandalf and Leia's litter
Shana C.
Litter update on 28 Aug. •Tri Color fun
Prince and Lady Di's litter
Shana C.
Litter update on 28 Aug. •Puppy pile
Gandalf and Leia's litter
Shana C.
Litter update on 28 Aug. •Sleeping
Gandalf and Sassy Claire's litter
Shana C.
Litter update on 09 Aug. •Tri Color males 1 week old
Prince and Lady Di's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Beagle
Russell Terrier
Rok, dad
Beagle
About Rok
Rok is a male Beagle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shana decided to make him part of their program. Shana 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.
Forrest, dad
Beagle
About Forrest
Forrest is a male Beagle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shana decided to make him part of their program. Shana 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.
Gandalf, dad
Beagle
About Gandalf
Gandalf is a male Beagle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shana decided to make him part of their program. Shana 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.
Secret, mom
Russell Terrier
About Secret
Secret is a female Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shana decided to make her part of their program. Shana 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.
Bluegrass Zozo, mom
Russell Terrier
About Bluegrass Zozo
Bluegrass Zozo is a female Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shana decided to make her part of their program. Shana 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.
Leia, mom
Beagle
About Leia
Leia is a female Beagle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shana decided to make her part of their program. Shana 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.
Deacon, dad
Russell Terrier
About Deacon
Deacon is a male Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shana decided to make him part of their program. Shana 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.
Snow, mom
Russell Terrier
About Snow
Snow is a sweet girl who loves to hunt her favorite pastime is listening for moles in our yard and pouncing on the ground like a 🦊. She is UKC pointed and working on her championship.
Messi, dad
Russell Terrier
About Messi
Messi is a male Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shana decided to make him part of their program. Shana 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.
Prince, dad
Russell Terrier
About Prince
Prince is a male Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shana decided to make him part of their program. Shana 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.
Stormy, dad
Russell Terrier
About Stormy
Stormy is a male Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shana decided to make him part of their program. Shana 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.
Merah, mom
Beagle
About Merah
Merah is a female Beagle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shana decided to make her part of their program. Shana 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.
Tipper, mom
Beagle
About Tipper
Tipper is a female Beagle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shana decided to make her part of their program. Shana 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.
Biscuit, mom
Beagle
About Biscuit
Biscuit is a female Beagle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shana decided to make her part of their program. Shana 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
Beagle
Russell Terrier
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Mountain Top 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 Beagles.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Full Embark Panel
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 Shana to bring home their puppies.
Silvia G.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
Shana was responsive and sent me videos and pics of our baby. She also gave me information regarding the breed! Thank you Shana for everything you do , we are so happy with our new baby Leo🤍
KJKathleen J.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
We recently purchased two puppies Jack Russell Terriers from Shana of Mountain Top JRTs and Beagles in Kentucky. Our puppies arrived at SeaTac airport in Washington via a lovely Flight Nanny, Kay. Both are in perfect health and very happy puppies. Shana was wonderful to work with from the get go. This was our first time buying dogs via the internet. She was very communicative, supplied lots of pictures and videos of the puppies we were interested in, and held our hands through the whole process. We felt like we knew the puppies before they even arrived. Whole process was professional but very personal. We feel like we have a friend for life not only with our two puppies but with Shana. Thank you for all your help and breeding such wonderful dogs!
Michelle K.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
Shana was great to communicate with when getting my baby girl! I came from out of state and she was great to work with for picking Daisy up! Daisy is such a sweet happy puppy and gets love wherever she goes!
Katie M.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
We recently brought home our new puppy, Rocky, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience we had with Shana! From the very beginning, she was professional, kind, and so responsive with all our questions. We could tell right away that Shana genuinely cares about her dogs and goes above and beyond to ensure they are healthy, well-socialized, and ready for their forever homes. Shana kept us updated throughout the entire process with photos, Facetimes, and helpful information, which gave us peace of mind throughout the entire process. We’re so grateful to have found Shana and The Mountain Top Kennel. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a responsible, caring, and ethical breeder. Thank you again for giving us such a wonderful new family member!
SKSara K.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
Our experience with Shana at Mountain Top was wonderful. She was super helpful and responsive answering all of our questions. She sent videos and pictures all along the way. We really felt we got to know our pup before we picked her up. Pick up was easy and seamless. It was great to get to know Shana. She has true passion for her work and she really loves all her puppies and dogs. We couldn’t be more happy with our sweet Sunny Rose! She transitioned perfectly. She welcomed the comfort of her crate at night and even sleep through the night on her first night in her new home. She continues to amaze us on how smart she is and her sweet personality. People are always surprised when meeting her how young she is because she is so well behaved and loves all people and furry friends. She has been the perfect new addition to our family. We would highly recommend Shana and her dogs at Mountain Top!
SHSophia H.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
+4Shana was extremely communicative throughout the entire process and shared so many pictures and videos of the puppy. I reached out to her on 9/8/23 regarding a beagle puppy and the puppy was delivered to my house on 9/11/23! I’d say that’s pretty good for a transport from Kentucky to Connecticut!
