I'm Karen T., the breeder behind Spitfire Miniature Bull Terriers located in Oak Forest, IL. Our goal is to ensure every dog from our program is set up to live a happy and healthy life and is prepared for its future role. Our dogs shine both in and out of the show ring. We are dedicated to improving our lines with each generation so that the breed will continue to thrive for a long time to come.
Q. & A. with Karen
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Karen
Karen 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 $250 refundable deposit and $3,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All of our puppies are the same , regardless of show or companion. Deposit is given when you commit to a puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Microchip
Extras
Food & treats
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Karen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Oak Forest, IL
569 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago Midway Airport
573 miles away
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More about Karen
Club memberships
Karen is a member of Miniature Bull Terrier Club of America.
Karen has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
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Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Spitfire Miniature Bull 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
Mozzy, mom
Miniature Bull Terrier
About Mozzy
Mozzy is a female Miniature Bull Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Zero, dad
Miniature Bull Terrier
About Zero
Zero is a male Miniature Bull Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Karen decided to make him part of their program. Karen has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Albie, mom
Miniature Bull Terrier
About Albie
Albie is a female Miniature Bull Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Tina, mom
Miniature Bull Terrier
About Tina
Tina is a female Miniature Bull Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Spitfire Miniature Bull 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 Miniature Bull Terriers.
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.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Kidney Disease (UPCR)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Karen to bring home their puppies.
Ted J.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
Couldn't have gone better! My little guy is healthy and friendly!