I'm Nancy S., the breeder behind WinDancer Airedales located in Tracy, CA. As preservationist and AKC Breeder of Merit, it is important to breed dogs that adhere to the breed standard, while retaining the working, performance and show ability, as well as, thrive as a happy-go-lucky family member. Co-ownership benefits include grooming/training assistance. Our dogs are health tested for hips & elbows and more. All our puppies are microchipped, AKC registered, health certified and receive their first vaccinations. We rear our dogs and puppies on a species appropriate diet. Since EARLY Spay-Neuter is a such a high risk for serious injury in young dogs, we require new owners to wait until the puppy has reached at least 18 months before even considering a spay or neuter procedure. Our puppies are raised in a home environment offering socialization with other adult Airedales, children, adults, crate training, noise desensitizing, vehicle travel and potty training. Bill and I put a lot effort into the breeding and care of our Windancer Airedale line.
Q. & A. with Nancy
Why did you start breeding?
We had our first litter with our 2nd female Airedale Terrier, Shiraz, in 2008. Our work schedules combined with the commute times and raising a family kept us from breeding dogs.
What makes your program special?
Our program is special because we treat our dogs like family. We provide you with grooming, training and mentoring. We do a lot of health testing, provide microchipping, AKC registration and offer 30-day free AKC pet insurance.
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 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Nancy
Nancy 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 Nancy to learn more details about pricing.
“Price includes AKC registration, microchip (lifetime registration), veterinarian check up, first vaccinations. Non-refundable puppy holding fee. Non-refundable puppy holding fee required after puppies are whelped.”
Contract & health guarantee
Nancy 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 Nancy 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 Nancy directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nancy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Tracy, CA
5651 miles away
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More about Nancy
Club memberships
Nancy is a member of San Joaquin Dog Training Club , Fremont Dog Training Club , California Airedale Terrier Club , and Airedale Terrier Club of America .
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Nancy has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Nancy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
WinDancer Airedales 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
Stella, mom
Airedale Terrier
About Stella
We imported Stella from Russia in early 2020 just a few days prior to the Covid-19 travel restrictions. Her sire, Windancer Newton for Sher, was bred by us and then he was exported to Russia where he has been recognized with multiple BIS and group placements and earned multiple international championship titles. We are delighted to have received a puppy back from his breeder/handler N. Mikheeva in Russia. The dam, Sher Tamako Cute is from her line of Airedales. Stella is a recognized multi-international champion and AKC Grand Champion, also. She enjoys going on bike run, long quick-paced walks and participating in many performance events line Rally Obedience, Agility, Fast Cat and Barn Hunt. She is my Velcro dog who wants to be wherever I am. She is an active dog who has a remarkably calm manner around children. Stella is a doting momma to her pups, too!
Great health testing
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Rose, mom
Airedale Terrier
About Rose
Rose is a female Airedale Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nancy decided to make her part of their program. Nancy 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.
Andre, dad
Airedale Terrier
About Andre
Andre is a male Airedale Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nancy decided to make him part of their program. Nancy 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.
GCHS CH Windancer's Celtic Rose for Rangel, mom
Airedale Terrier
About GCHS CH Windancer's Celtic Rose for Rangel
GCHS CH Windancer's Celtic Rose for Rangel is a female Airedale Terrier over 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nancy decided to make her part of their program. Nancy 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
WinDancer Airedales 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 Airedale Terriers.
Hip Dysplasia , Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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.
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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Brucellosis
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).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.