I'm the breeder behind Brigadoon Farm located in Myersville, MD. Our Terriers are bred to be healthy, outgoing, hardy, and smart. A Brigadoon pup is a fun companion that one can attend the JRTCA trials with, go hiking or hunting, or be the best farm terrier.
About Deirdre
My family farm is in the beautiful hills of Frederick County, MD. Our terriers live in our home, go on farm walkabouts with us, and like to manage barn activity. The farm has horses, goats, chickens, livestock guardians, and barn cats. All the animals have a role and work in a team to keep farm goals moving forward.
What makes Deirdre’s program special
My breeding program is special due to environment. Environment is key to keep instincts high, for conformation correctness, provide social skills, and for health. My pups are raised in our home on the farm where they receive lots of visitors. The pups are introduced to other dogs, cats, and chickens, and have smelled many of the strange scents that can be found playing outside.
Deirdre is a member of a club
Jack Russell Terrier Club of America
Boy 2
Male • Went Home May 14, 2024
Jack Russell Terrier
Girl 2
Female • Went Home May 14, 2024
Jack Russell Terrier
Boy 1
Male • Went Home May 14, 2024
Jack Russell Terrier
Girl 1
Female • Went Home May 14, 2024
Jack Russell Terrier
Newborn Jack Russell Terriers from Boston and Ginny
Born Mar. 2024. Ready May 14, 2024
Expected Jack Russell Terriers from Boston and Ginny
Due Mar. 2025. Ready May 3
Newborn Jack Russell Terriers from Boston and Ginny
Born Mar. 2024
Ready May 14, 2024
Expected Jack Russell Terriers from Boston and Ginny
Due Mar. 2025
Ready May 3
Deirdre 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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.
Puppy prices range from $1,800 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.
“The price includes health guarantee, deworming, first set of vaccinations, a vet check, and JRTCA application help / requirements. Deposit is to reserve a pup from a future litter. Reasonable exceptions can be made.”
Deirdre 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 Deirdre 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 Deirdre directly.
Pups are raised in a family environment within the home. We live on a farm, where pups are exposed to other dogs, cats, chickens, and other animals. Pups see many different families who come by and visit. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Surface & tactile stimulation, Various sounds, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, Socialized with Other Animals, and Socialized with Cats.
Puppies are dewormed every 2 weeks using Nemex. At 8 weeks of age, puppies will be evaluated by our veterinarian and receive their first round of vaccinations.
We send our puppies home with Food & treats, Vet records, Registration, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Food Starter Bag, and Breed Club Registration.
Deirdre offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
“I prefer the family to come to the farm to pick up their puppy and see what the pup has been up too before they go to their new home. I'm open minded to help with transportation but it is depended on my schedule.”
Why Deirdre started breeding
For generations my family has always had good farm Terriers or working dogs, but I'm seeing an era that purposeful breeds are going extinct or being bred down. I am inspired to breed Jack Russell Terriers because it is my duty to promote and continue to breed a healthy Terrier with purpose and drive. I do not want to see later generations without this fun, intelligent, active dog.
Deirdre has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Deirdre was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Deirdre’s program includes two colors
Deirdre’s Jack Russell Terrier puppies include tri-color and tan and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Deirdre’s links
Brigadoon Farm meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
About Ginny
13 in. Smart, energetic, cuddly, loves to hunt.
Uploaded health tests
Jack Russell Terrier
About Boston
12.5 in. Sweet, gentle, easy going terrier.
Uploaded health tests
Jack Russell Terrier
About Gilly
Gilly is a female Jack Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Deirdre decided to make her part of their program. Deirdre 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.
Uploaded health tests
Jack Russell Terrier
About Osha
Osha is a female Jack Russell Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Deirdre decided to make her part of their program. Deirdre 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.
Uploaded health tests
Jack Russell Terrier
Excellent level
Brigadoon Farm 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 Jack 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.
JRT Health Registry, JRTCA Registry, Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), 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.
Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA), Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), Late Onset Ataxia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia (LOA, SCA), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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.
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.
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.
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.