Sparravohn
Meet the breeder
I'm Janice H., the breeder behind Sparravohn located in Frederick, MD. I began breeding for health, temperament, and type. I’m dedicated to breeding puppies that conform to the breed standard which reflects the historical purpose for which Border Terriers were developed in the border country between England and Scotland. I look forward to connecting with you!
Q. & A. with Janice
Why did you start breeding?
I studied Border Terriers and was mentored on their behavior, movement, structure, and type for almost two decades before committing to breeding. With the arrival of a puppy who was all I envisioned in a Border Terrier, breeding was a natural next step to my commitment to the Border Terrier as a working Terrier.What makes your program special?
I am focused on health, temperament, genetics, and type. I match the puppy and new owner based on the puppy’s temperament and upon the family’s plans for the puppy and their lifestyle. I consider our relationship as a long-term friendship for the life of the puppies and hopefully beyond. I also have established relationships with other breeders and deep friendships in the breed.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Janice
Janice 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
"Contact the Breeder."
Contract & health guarantee
Janice 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 Janice 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 Janice directly.
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
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Janice.
Breeder's location
Meet in Frederick, MD
More about Janice
Club memberships
Janice is a member of Old Dominion Kennel Club, Columbia Terrier Association of MD, and Border Terrier Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Past Recording Secretary of the Border Terrier Club of America, Past President of the Border Terrier Club of America, Border Terrier Club of America Health and Genetics Committee Member.
Janice has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Janice was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Janice is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sparravohn 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 health testing
Excellent level
Sparravohn 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.
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).
