I'm Tina V., the breeder behind Sublime Staffords located in Olivehurst, CA. My goal is to produce top quality dogs, sound in mind and body, who are able to excel at any task, the most important, of course, being a cherished family member.
My dogs are health tested and compete in a wide range of activities, from Conformation, to Nose Work, Barn Hunt etc.
Q. & A. with Tina
Why did you start breeding?
Strangely enough, I came from a rescue, where I grew disillusioned and saddened by the health and temperament issues which seemed to be increasing. Temperament IS a trait that must be bred to be maintained. I obtained my first conscientiously bred purebred 7 years ago and now work closely with the breeder, my mentor, to preserve the breed by producing health tested temperamentally sound pups.
What makes your program special?
My goal is not just to produce puppies from health tested and titled parents, and to preserve the breed by careful pedigree analysis, breeding to meet the standard but to also rear puppies who will be solid, social companions, up for any adventure. Everyone deserves a dog who is a joy to live with.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Tina
Tina 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 $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
“When I have determined that a puppy in the litter may be the perfect fit for you, you will be able to place a deposit. This deposit is applied to the final price of the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tina 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 Tina 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 Tina directly.
Sublime Staffords 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
Pepper, mom
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
About Pepper
Pepper is literally the easiest dog to live with. She is down for adventure, but she loves cuddling on the couch. She has shown successfully, but her real jam is Nose Work, which she loves. She has multiple titles in both AKC and NASCW. Pepper is fully health tested and has her CHIC number.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Sublime Staffords 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 Staffordshire Bull 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.
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.
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.
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).