Taliesin Norwich Terriers

Raised by Lisa S.

Certified Breeder of Norwich Terriers

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Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Taliesin Norwich Terriers located in Will County, IL. We are an ethical hobby breeding program with a focus on health, temperament, and breed standard. We love this breed and work hard to preserve and improve it with each generation. We put our love and care into each carefully planned litter, and we breed for quality over quantity. Our dogs and puppies are raised in our home and are loved as family.

Lisa’s experience

  • About Lisa

    We are a selective program that focuses on temperament and the overall well-being of our dogs. We breed to produce happy and healthy puppies that can continue to excel in their forever homes. Norwich Terriers are our passion, and we are devoted to doing whatever we can to preserve, protect, and improve this incredible breed.

  • What makes Lisa’s program special

    Taliesin is committed to only breeding dogs that meet the strict guidelines for quality that we have deemed appropriate to preserving and improving this wonderful breed. We are very dedicated to what we do and what we are trying to achieve as breeders. We work with passion, heart, and integrity, and we truly want what's best for the Norwich Terrier line. We routinely scope the upper airway of all of our breeding stock.

  • Lisa is a member of 3 clubs

    Norfolk Terrier Club of America, Norwich Terrier Club of Greater Chicago, Norwich Terrier Club of America

  • Lisa’s certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit

Getting a puppy from Lisa

Lisa 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

Lisa 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 Lisa 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 Lisa directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are raised and socialized in our home. We put a lot of care into socializing our puppies so they can transition easily into their new lives with their forever families. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Puppy Culture, Early Neurological Stimulation, Crate Training, Initial House Training, Various Surfaces, Noise Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Socialized with People of Various Appearances, and Socialized with Adult Dogs.

Puppy health practices

We follow all appropriate puppy health protocols to ensure happy, healthy puppies.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Microchip.

Bringing your puppy home

Lisa offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Will County, IL 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.

More about Lisa

  • Why Lisa started breeding

    We wanted to do our part to preserve and better the breed. Our breeding program strives to maintain the unique characteristics of the Norwich Terrier while placing an emphasis on producing puppies of superior health, temperament, and conformation. We are passionate about these dogs and have built that love and respect for the breed into every aspect of our program.

  • Lisa has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

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

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Lisa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Taliesin Norwich 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

Parent health testing

Norwich Terrier

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Taliesin Norwich 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 Norwich 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.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • 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.

  • 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).