I'm Hannah R., the breeder behind Ruff n Ready Border Terriers located in Heathsville, VA. I'm a passionate, ethical breeder that focuses on preserving, protecting, and maintaining the standards of this magnificent breed. I have high expectations for my puppies and make sure to place each one with an enriching and loving family complementary to their personality and ability!
Q. & A. with Hannah
Why did you start breeding?
I started working at a kennel in 14' where the owner showed and raised Borders. I met and fell in love with a 3 yr old female named Wiccan. I became her co-owner and handler at shows and started doing Earthdog and agility with her. In 2015 she whelped a sinlgeton girl named Pebbles(Pebbles was given to me). In 2017 she whelped her last litter of 3 females for her breeder and was signed over to me.
What makes your program special?
My goal is to set the puppies up for success
I want my pups to have an outstanding foundation for their new owners to build upon. I have an obligation to that puppy for its entire life and will always welcome them back. When placing puppies many things are considered, and I strive to place the correct puppy in the correct home.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue and tan and grizzle and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Hannah
Hannah 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 $800 refundable deposit and $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Hannah 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 Hannah 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 Hannah directly.
Ruff n Ready Border 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
Aspen, mom
Border Terrier
About Aspen
She’s a sweet, smart and goofy girl.
She was absolute dream puppy.
This beautiful girl has a very bright future and is already showing huge potential to go far.
Oakley, mom
Border Terrier
About Oakley
Oakley is a goofy, smart, loving little girl who loves learning. She is currently working on her FCAT title in fast cats.
She's a small but mighty girl, weighing in at only 12 lbs and 12 1/4" at the withers. She's our smallest border but rules the roost!
Oakley attended her first national specialty at 9 months old and received 4 titles in two days!! She has since gone on to receive higher levels of those titles. She has her Novice, Intermediate and Advanced trick dog titles, as well as her Novice Masters trick dog title, Canine Conditioning Fitness Level 1, a Barn Hunt title and all three levels of Canine Good Citizen.
Oakley is an absolute natural when it comes to being a mother and has helped foster and raise other puppies including a singleton Bullmastiff puppy.
Oakley is also a task trained service dog for Hannah.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Ruff n Ready Border 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 Border Terriers.
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.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Spongiform Leukoencephalomyelopathy (SLEM)
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).