I'm Linda M., the breeder behind River’s Crossing Brittanys and Maestra Bullmastiff located in Hesperia, CA. My passion is to breed top-quality puppies and connect them with loving forever homes. I have been breeding for over 30 years! I enjoy showing my dogs in conformation and also work with a professional trainer and handler. I title all of my breeding dogs and pay attention to health, temperament, conformation, and working ability with each carefully planned litter. I look forward to connecting with you!
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
My dogs are excellent representations of their breed, and I am proud to continue their line. I breed to help ensure the future of the Brittany and Bullmastiff and to improve upon my dogs' fantastic traits with each generation. It's been a joyful commitment, and it is a pleasure to live with, work with, and share with others these wonderful dogs.
What makes your program special?
I am a premier, experienced, and ethical breeder of quality Bullmastiff and Brittany puppies. My dogs are titled in the show ring and excellent representations of their standard. I am dedicated to always having responsible policies when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming my pups. Every litter is always a little different, but it is so fulfilling to see the different personalities and such a joy and challenge to hand-raise each puppy. I love watching them blossom!
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Brittany puppies include white and orange, white and liver, orange and white, and liver and white. Bullmastiff puppies include red fawn brindle, red fawn, red brindle, fawn, red, and fawn brindle. 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 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
TBD
Went home
TBD
Went home
Getting a puppy from Linda
Linda 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
Connect with Linda to learn more details about pricing.
“The price includes a contract with a guarantee, health check, microchip, neopar and first 5 way vaccine, demworming, health checks with appropriate veterinarian(s), Volhardt temperment testing, Pat Hastings's Puppy Puzzle conformation assessment. All puppies are normally priced the same.”
Contract & health guarantee
Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda directly.
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
Initial potty training
Toys
Food & treats
Basic obedience & manners
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Linda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Hesperia, CA
2211 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Ontario Airport
2235 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Linda can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Linda
Club memberships
Linda is a member of Apple Valley Kennel Club, California Brittany Club, California Bullmastiff Fanciers , and American Brittany Club, American Bullmastiff Association.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Linda has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Linda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
River’s Crossing Brittanys and Maestra Bullmastiff 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
Lettie, mom
Brittany
About Lettie
Lettie is a cuddle bug who is also an incredible field dog. She will retrieve and loves to hunt. She is a dual champion who was well regarded by competitors. She finished her show championship with 4 majors, handled by Mom. Her mom is an incredible field dog who is known throughout the west. Her dad is a runner up to AAA at the national all age field championship. She had a very strong field pedigree. Her pups will make wonderful hunting dogs who will also be cuddly companions and family members at home.
Coupe, dad
Brittany
About Coupe
Coupe is a show champion and junior hunter who is working on finishing his dual championship with a field championship. He is biddable, sweet and cuddly. He loves to retrieve birds. His daddy, Cruise, won the National show championship, best of breed at Westminister and is an obedience champion. He is a great little hunting dog and a wonderful companion and family member.
Parent health testing
Brittany
Bullmastiff
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
River’s Crossing Brittanys and Maestra Bullmastiff 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 Brittanys.
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.
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.