I'm Linda R., the breeder behind RuckerRun Boston Terriers located in Lake City, FL. RuckerRun boston terriers focuses on producing healthy, smart , family dogs who just happen to have good looks as well as. We love all the colors but only breed for a few .
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
Linda’s journey began with 3 boston terrier sisters which were shared between 3 family members . Impressed with the family dogs they became encouraged her to begin breeding and helping others find their new best friend .
What makes your program special?
RuckerRun focuses on health testing along with brains and smarts and all packaged in a dog that looks great too.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red, lilac, blue, seal and white, 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 and a kennel on my property.
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
Puppy prices include a $500 refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Included : AkC registration limited not for breeding , pet only , microchipped , enrollment and transfers of AkC and microchip into buyers name . One yr health guarantee and sales receipt. Balance due upon puppy pick up.”
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.
RuckerRun Boston 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
Parent dogs
Maya, mom
Boston Terrier
About Maya
Maya is a beautiful old school stocky build with a black coat and brilliant white that really shows that boston terrier look we all love . She is confident and friendly and greets everyone like an old best friend . She plays with others well and is not a barker . She truly is a great all around dog.
Rocco, dad
Boston Terrier
About Rocco
Rocco is a happy do lucky sweet 15lbs of love. He has an amazing expression . Rocco passed his full panel dna testing with excellent . He has great breathing and is overall a healthy fella .
Jasper, dad
Boston Terrier
About Jasper
Jasper is a happy go lucky fifth generation stud dog here at RuckerRun Boston Terriers. He comes from a healthy line of dogs that has made a lot of smart, agreeable and healthy puppies. Jasper has passed his full panel dna testing with flying colors. Jasper is a black brindle in color and weighs 20lbs and stands 13” at the shoulder .
Phoenix, mom
Boston Terrier
About Phoenix
Phoenix is a classic old school looking boston terrier that has the big wide chest and shoulders. This comes from her imported European bloodlines. She has produced pups that have that sturdy look to them and I love that. She is a bit on the busy side but is super smart and easy to train. She just picks up anything very quickly and is not afraid of change . She weighs 23lbs . Her pups however seem to end up smaller than her favoring her maternal family tree.
Luna, mom
Boston Terrier
About Luna
Luna is an easy going dog that loves attention and is super smart . She weighs 19lbs and has excellent on full panel DNA along with Baer and Cerf completed . She has excellent breathing .
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
RuckerRun Boston Terriers 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
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.
DNA Disease 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).