Terri Erickson's Whippets

Terri E.

Breeder of Whippets

Bonney Lake, WA

Meet the breeder

I'm Terri E., the breeder behind Terri Erickson's Whippets located in Bonney Lake, WA. We hold ourselves to the highest standard when it comes to our dogs and our policies. We take responsible breeding very seriously. We are committed to staying connected to our puppy families throughout their lifetimes to ensure they never feel alone and can raise their new, furry companion with confidence and joy.

Q. & A. with Terri

Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Armani
Reserved
Male

Getting a puppy from Terri

Terri has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Terri partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great care in matching the puppy the the owner ”

Price

Connect with Terri to learn more details about pricing.

Contract & health guarantee

Terri 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 Terri 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 Terri 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
- Enrichment & socialization
  - Various sounds
  - Car rides
  - Surface & tactile stimulation
  - Socialized in new places
  - Scent introduction
  - Daily handling
  - Socialized with other dogs
  - Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
  - Socialized with other animals
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming
  - Vet records
  - Microchip
- Extras
  - AKC registration
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - Initial potty training
  - Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Bonney Lake, WA

2290 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Seattle–Tacoma Airport

2296 miles away

More about Terri

Terri has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Terri was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

Terri is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Terri Erickson's Whippets 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

Smooch, mom
Whippet
About Smooch
Smooch is amazing with it that garnered herself an invite to Westminster by being in the top five whippets in the country! She was the top. Top 20 finalist 23, 24 & 25
Lovey, mom
Whippet
About Lovey
Lovey is a female Whippet. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Terri decided to make her part of their program. Terri 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.
Rip, dad
Whippet
About Rip
Rip is a male Whippet. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Terri decided to make him part of their program. Terri 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

Excellent level

Terri Erickson's Whippets 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 Whippets.

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 (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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), Whippet Health Foundation Database
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.