I'm Judy R., the breeder behind Truepenny & Pennylane Welsh Springer Spaniels located in Lawrenceville, NJ. We are American Kennel Club Breeders of Merit who have enjoyed the company of our beloved Welshies for many years. We make every effort to breed healthy dogs with stable, loving temperaments and correct conformation. We recognize and celebrate the versatility of this breed, and encourage our buyers to enjoy the many ways they can participate in activities with their Welsh Springers.
Q. & A. with Judy
Why did you start breeding?
I went to a dog show in 1994 and was introduced to some amazing Welsh Springers through Marion Daniel, the breeder behind Truepenny. After several trips to watch Marion and her dogs at shows, I got my first Welshie from her. For the last twenty, years Marion and I have spent many hours talking about Welsh Springers, collaborating on possible litters, and traveling in the car together to go to locations of planned breedings and dog shows. It has been an amazing journey together!
What makes your program special?
I do everything I can to ensure my puppies have everything they need to develop into healthy and happy dogs. Each dog that I breed has been carefully selected, keeping in mind their health, temperament, pedigree, and many other factors. In my breeding program, good health and temperament are essential, cuteness is guaranteed, and lots of love is always included.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Getting a puppy from Judy
Judy 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
Connect with Judy to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Judy 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 Judy 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 Judy directly.
Truepenny & Pennylane Welsh Springer Spaniels 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Truepenny & Pennylane Welsh Springer Spaniels 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 Welsh Springer Spaniels.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).