Simpson Family retrievers and Rattes

Lynnette S.

Breeder of Rat Terriers

  • Jamesville, NC
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Lynnette S., the breeder behind Simpson Family retrievers and Rattes located in Jamesville, NC. We breed both to provide families with loving dogs' fantastic traits with each generation. Our rat terriers and family raised held and loved daily. All their shotss and wormers are kept up to date . The parents have been OFA tested genetics are clear and are UKCI registered.

Q. & A. with Lynnette

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We started breeding 18 years ago when my daughter insisted on getting a puppy from a family member who had a little runt that she fell in love with
  • What makes your program special?

    We are extremely hands on with our pups, they have their own puppy barn that is set up wi toys that engage them and challenge them to explore their environment.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black white and tan and white black 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 Lynnette

Lynnette 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 $600 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“OFA certifications UKCI registration Genetics cleared through paw prints. Deposits due once a litter is born.”

Contract & health guarantee

Lynnette 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 Lynnette 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 Lynnette 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
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lynnette.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Jamesville, NC

4195 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Norfolk Airport

4115 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Lynnette can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Lynnette

  • Lynnette has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Lynnette was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Lynnette’s links

Lynnette is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Simpson Family retrievers and Rattes 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Simpson Family retrievers and Rattes 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 Rat 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.

  • 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.

  • Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)

    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).

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