I'm Rebecca H., the breeder behind Wintegrity Russell Terriers & Irish Red and White Setters located in Vacaville, CA. Our dogs are bred with a focus on genetics, physical health, and temperament. We use health testing and Puppy Culture to raise our puppies following the AVSAB position on science-based practices for puppy raising and training. We show our dogs in conformation and sport and raise them in our farm home.
Q. & A. with Rebecca
Why did you start breeding?
Breeding is a natural extension of my childhood working with animals. I bred my first litter at 18. I do not breed often. However, with children of my own, I see the need for dogs with good temperaments and the need for quality health and raising practices. My career choice has also driven the desire to provide quality dogs for families. The joy of owning a dog requires dogs who are a joy to own.
What makes your program special?
We spend a great deal of time socializing our puppies. When you join our FB group you can see the puppies from day one. There are pics and videos. Do not take our word for it. Watch the environmental stimuli that they enjoy each day, the trips to new places, the unique surfaces they walk on. Enjoy the litter box training and crate training we send them home with. The proof is in the pictures.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Rebecca
Rebecca 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 $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price also includes a health guarantee. All of our puppies are the same price. The price includes microchips.”
Contract & health guarantee
Rebecca 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 Rebecca 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 Rebecca directly.
Wintegrity Russell Terriers & Irish Red and White Setters 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
Wintegrity Russell Terriers & Irish Red and White Setters 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 Russell Terriers.
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.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, 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).