Ups ‘N Downs Border Terriers
- Montara, CA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Linda S., the breeder behind Ups ‘N Downs Border Terriers located in Montara, CA. My program is built upon a foundation of love, admiration, and respect for the breed. I offer top-quality Border Terriers with a versatile, focused program striving to produce dogs of exceptional health, temperament, conformation, and breed standard. I love my dogs and what I do, and I work hard to ensure each puppy is healthy and well-socialized for their new forever homes!
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
It is a passion of mine to produce healthy, well-rounded Border Terrier puppies and ensure the future of the breed as well as help set the standard for responsible breeding practices. I am honored to represent this breed and create opportunities for others to experience the same joy that I've found in raising and working with these wonderful dogs.What makes your program special?
I am a premier breeder of Border Terriers. Prior to producing any litter, I make sure my dogs are fully healthy and have OFA and CHIC clearances. I do everything I can to ensure my puppies have what they need to develop into their full potential as healthy and happy dogs. In my breeding program, good health and temperament are essential, and cuteness and love are guaranteed!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Linda
Linda 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 Linda to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda 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
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 Linda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Montara, CA
2419 miles away
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More about Linda
Club memberships
Linda is a member of Border Terrier Club of the Redwoods and Border Terrier Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Treasurer of the Border Terrier Club of the Redwoods.
Linda has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Linda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Linda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ups ‘N Downs Border 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Ups ‘N Downs Border 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 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.
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.
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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, 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).
