Luckenbooth Cairns

Nicole M.

Certified Breeder of Cairn Terriers

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Luckenbooth Cairns located in Canonsburg, PA. We offer high-quality, AKC Cairn Terriers focusing on temperament, health, and type. We are breeders, owners, and exhibitors of this amazing breed. We are members of the Cairn Terrier Club of America and our dogs are health tested according to their guidelines. We also participate in AKC performance events.

Q. & A. with Nicole

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I began showing and breeding dogs over 22 years ago, and my love affair with Cairn Terriers started in 2013. It is an honor, as well as a personal passion, 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 strive to not only produce beautiful, healthy puppies and continue my show line but also to help promote responsible ownership and breeding to ensure that the Cairn Terrier will continue to thrive for generations to come. Our puppies have the proper temperament to not only be outstanding companions but to participate in all manner of enriching activities.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Nicole

Nicole 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 Nicole to learn more details about pricing.

“We do not take deposits. We begin accepting applications when pregnancy is confirmed.”

Contract & health guarantee

Nicole 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 Nicole 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 Nicole 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 fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Nicole.

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  • Meet in Canonsburg, PA

    4119 miles away · Nicole's location

  • Meet at LBE airport

    4088 miles away near Latrobe, PA

  • Meet at PIT airport

    4111 miles away near Pittsburgh, PA

More about Nicole

  • Club memberships

    Nicole is a member of Western PA Earthdog Club, Potomac Cairn Terrier Club, and Cairn Terrier Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified.

  • Nicole has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Nicole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Nicole’s links

Nicole is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Luckenbooth Cairns 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Luckenbooth Cairns 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 Cairn 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.

  • 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.

  • Renal Ultrasound, Serum Bile Acid Test

    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.

  • Craniomandibular Osteopathy (CMO), Full Embark Panel, Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy (GCL), Terrier Type

    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).

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