Welcome to the American Russell Terrier Club

Consumers should be prepared to thoroughly research perspective breeds and breeders before buying a puppy. Do your research. Ask if the breeder is a member of an AKC- affiliated club and contact that club to verify membership or check recent listings of available AKC litters from breeders at ww.akc.org/classified/index.cfm

You can also check with the Better Business Bureau (www.bbb.org) and the AKC at (919-233-9767) to see if there are any complaints about the breeder.

Request references and speak to other people who have purchased dogs from this breeder especially if the breeder does not live near you.

The popularity of the Russell Terrier is having a negative impact on the breed because of the poor quality of puppies being offered for sale from questionable sources such as brokers, puppy mills, and those importing very young puppies from foreign puppy farms. Make sure the puppy has an export pedigree from country of origin if imported into the US. If sire and dam of the puppy are represented as imports make sure they are registered with the AKC with an export pedigree on record with AKC to insure their quality.

Listed breeders are members in good standing of the American Russell Terrier Club, Inc. The ARTC does not recommend or endorse any one breeder, nor does it recommend, guarantee or rate breeders or their stock. Under no circumstances does the ARTC endorse or gaurantee the services or dogs of any said member(s), nor does it assume any responsibility or liability regarding any agreements (contractual or otherwise) entered into with any ARTC member. Any complaint about breeders may be presented to the Board of Directors.

Please contact Cathi Calhoun or by phone 951-371-2447, for a list of breeders having dogs or puppies available.

ARTC Code of Sportsmanship

I will abide by the rules, regulations of the American Russell Terrier Club, Inc. and the American Kennel Club.

I will represent the American Russell Terrier Club, Inc. in a positive and all- inclusive manner to properly promote the Russell Terrier, refraining from negative comments that will reflect any personal issues with fellow members.

I will show the utmost respect for officers and members.

I will help educate the public, fellow breeders and promote the AKC Russell Terrier.

I will adhere to the AKC code of sportsmanship and be supportive of other members.

I will be factual in all of any representation of the Russell Terrier.

I will accept and breed to the standard adopted by AKC to advance the AKC Russell Terrier breed in the proper manner. It is fully understand to breed outside of the breed standard is unacceptable and detrimental to the breed. It is understand that to be listed as a breeder on the ARTC website is a privilege not to be.

It is understood that to be listed as a breeder on the ARTC website is a privilege not to be taken lightly.   Only those breeders who adhere to the rules and regulations stated herein & the ARTC Constitution and By-Laws, can remain in good standing.

It is understood that breeders/members who fail to follow the rules may be subject to removal from the breeder’s listing, probation, or both and possible expulsion from the club.. If the officers receive three complaints concerning a breeder, the board will investigate and determine the extent of the disciplinary action, if any.

ARTC Breeders Code of Ethics

Breeder will study, learn and breed only according to the AKC approved breed standard for the AKC Russell Terrier.

Breeder will promote only the AKC approved Russell Terrier standard for the AKC Russell Terrier.

Breeder will not use in a breeding program any individual who consistently produces a genetic disease when mated to different dogs.

It is highly recommended that all breeders at least BAER, CERF, Patella and PLL DNA all Russell Terriers prior to breeding them as well as disclosing any genetic defect exhibited by a puppy being placed.

Breeder will carefully & thoughtfully, place and sell their puppies to proper homes.

Breeder must be willing to be a mentor & advisor for anyone who buys a puppy from them. They must also be willing to take a puppy back at any age.

Breeder will not engage in wholesaling litters or individuals to any pet store or commercial establishment. The breeder will not engage in brokering any dog(s) for any individual. No puppies shall be donated to raffles or auctions or given away as prizes.