I'm the breeder behind Fox Hill Farm & K9 located in Amesbury, MA. We are a small family in-home breeder who prioritize health & temperament tested dogs. Our cattle dogs tend to be on the smaller side. We own a small private horse farm and training facility. While we cherish all of our animals, we are especially passionate about our puppies!
About BRIGITTE
Dogs are our world. We have devoted our life to developing our farm and dog training facility to accommodate and nurture the wants & needs of dogs. As a husband and wife professional dog training team, we are dedicated to helping pets and their owners. Our daughter Emma is following in our footsteps, loving playtime on the farm with her heeler, Blue Belle.
What makes BRIGITTE’s program special
We are unique in that we have many years of not only breeding, but training dogs from start to finish. We train family pets, service dogs, competition dogs and police dogs. We understand the importance of a well bred dog as it always comes down to top genetics.
BRIGITTE’s certifications & recognitions
Agility Trial Trainer, Professional Handler, AKC Judge, Canine Behavioral Consultant Certificate (e-Training for Dogs), Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
Newborn Australian Cattle Dogs from Bug and Chiquita
Born Dec. 2024. Ready Feb. 3
Newborn Australian Cattle Dogs from Bug and Abilene
Born Dec. 2024. Ready Feb. 14
Newborn Australian Cattle Dogs from Bug and Chiquita
Born Dec. 2024
Ready Feb. 3
Newborn Australian Cattle Dogs from Bug and Abilene
Born Dec. 2024
Ready Feb. 14
BRIGITTE 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 $2,500 - $4,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“All of our puppies go home having been dewormed, vaccinated and examined by a licensed veterinarian. AKC papers are limited unless we approve placement for breeding/showing.”
BRIGITTE 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 BRIGITTE 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 BRIGITTE directly.
We imprint our puppies at birth and spend everyday nurturing them with human touch and exposure to other animals, sights, and sounds. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Car rides, Various sounds, Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Early socialization, Obedience training started, Potty Training, Temperament imprinting Evaluation , Outdoors, e.g. rain, Various Surfaces , Touch Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Children, Clicker Training, and Crate Training.
All puppies are vaccinated, dewormed and examined by a vet before going home.
We send our puppies home with Puppy starter kit, Vet records, Initial potty training, Registration, Early Neurological Stimulation, Vaccinations, Puppy Collar, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, and AKC Registration.
BRIGITTE 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.
“You may visit our farm to pick up your puppy or you may hire a ground shipper at your expense.”
Why BRIGITTE started breeding
I have been training and handling dogs since I was 16. I learned early on about the importance of selective breeding and prioritizing quality traits. Temperament & health are paramount!
BRIGITTE is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
BRIGITTE has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
BRIGITTE was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
BRIGITTE’s program has one size
BRIGITTE’s Dachshund puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
BRIGITTE’s program includes nine colors
BRIGITTE’s Dachshund puppies include red, dapple, chocolate and tan, piebald, cream, chocolate and cream, chocolate, blue and cream, and black and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
BRIGITTE’s program has one coat type
BRIGITTE’s Dachshund puppies have longhaired coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
Fox Hill Farm & K9 meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Australian Cattle Dog
German Shepherd
Dachshund
Australian Cattle Dog
About Bug
Bug is a male Australian Cattle Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, BRIGITTE decided to make him part of their program. BRIGITTE 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.
German Shepherd
About Xander
Xander is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, BRIGITTE decided to make him part of their program. BRIGITTE 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.
German Shepherd
About Nora
Nora is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, BRIGITTE decided to make her part of their program. BRIGITTE 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.
Dachshund
About Fay
Fay is the sweetest girl who loves to lounge at home with us, but she is also an incredible therapy dog.
Good health testing
Animal Genetics Panel
Dachshund
About Nathan
Embark tested
Good health testing
Animal Genetics Panel
Australian Cattle Dog
About Chiquita
Chiquita is a female Australian Cattle Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, BRIGITTE decided to make her part of their program. BRIGITTE 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.
Australian Cattle Dog
About Abilene
Abilene is a female Australian Cattle Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, BRIGITTE decided to make her part of their program. BRIGITTE 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.
Australian Cattle Dog
Dachshund
Good level
Fox Hill Farm & K9 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 Australian Cattle Dogs.
DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Primary Lens Luxation (PLL)
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).
Hear what other owners say about working with BRIGITTE to bring home their puppies.
Aindrea B.
Dec. 2024
Brigitte was amazing to work with! She was so knowledgeable about everything I asked. I couldn’t be happier with my pup!
Jennifer W.
Sept. 2024
Brigitte was wonderful to work with!
Charlie H.
Feb. 2024
Brigitte from Fox Hill Farm & K9 in Amsbury MA were great to work with. She was very responsive to my questions and pick up of our puppy was very smooth. If we ever considered another pet we would...
Morgan B.
Sept. 2023
This is a quality dog. Scooter has all the best traits of a cattle dog!
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.