Steel Ridge Border Terriers
- 4 club memberships
- 100% response rate • Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Steel Ridge Border Terriers located in Mechanicsburg, PA. We commit ourselves towards preparing each one of our puppies to thrive in their new homes, and we enjoy working with their new families so that they can raise their beloved companions with confidence!
Joan’s experience
Joan is a member of 4 clubs
Carolina Terrier Association, Rivanna Earth Dog Club, Northeast Border Terrier Club, Border Terrier Club of America
Puppies
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Dec. 12, 2023
Border Terrier
Boy 4
Male • Went Home Dec. 12, 2023
Border Terrier
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Dec. 12, 2023
Border Terrier
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Dec. 12, 2023
Border Terrier
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Dec. 12, 2023
Border Terrier
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Dec. 12, 2023
Border Terrier
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Aug. 5, 2022
Border Terrier
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Aug. 5, 2022
Border Terrier
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Aug. 5, 2022
Border Terrier
Getting a puppy from Joan
Joan 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.
Price
Please contact the breeder to get more information about pricing.
Contract and health guarantee
Joan 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 Joan 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 Joan directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
Our puppies are well adjusted and socialized with other dogs, children and adults. Puppies will be started on crate training, potty training and be comfortable in the car.
Puppy health practices
All puppies are vaccinated and microchipped and taken to the Vet prior to going to their new homes. We take puppies to the Vet at 8 weeks of age.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Microchipped , Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Certificate of Health, and AKC Registration.
Bringing your puppy home
Joan offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Mechanicsburg, PA or nearby
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.
“We do not ship puppies and prefer to meet prospective new families in person prior to making a placement decision.”
More about Joan
Joan has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Joan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Joan’s program includes one color
Joan’s Border Terrier puppies are grizzle and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Joan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Steel Ridge Border Terriers 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
Meet Joan's parent dogs
All breeds
Border Terrier
Wyck, mom
Border Terrier
About Wyck
Wyck is a female Border Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Joan decided to make her part of their program. Joan 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
Border Terrier
Excellent level
Steel Ridge Border Terriers 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 Border Terriers.
Hip Dysplasia
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.
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.
Spongiform Leukoencephalomyelopathy (SLEM)
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).