Our Philosophy
Breeding Philosophy: Prioritizing Health, Temperament, and Conformation
At Dragonfly Kennel, our breeding philosophy revolves around three fundamental aspects: health, temperament, and conformation. First and foremost, we believe that breeding should always prioritize the health of the dogs. This includes ensuring both the physical and mental well-being of our breeding pairs. We conduct thorough health screenings, including genetic tests, to minimize the risk of hereditary diseases being passed onto offspring. Secondly, our focus extends to temperament. We aim to breed dogs with stable, reliable, and well-balanced temperaments. This ensures that our puppies grow up to be confident, sociable, and adaptable companions. Lastly, we place great importance on conformation - the physical structure and appearance of our dogs. Striving for proper conformation means breeding dogs that adhere to breed standards, resulting in healthy and functional dogs.
We pride ourselves on striving to produce Jack Russell Terriers with excellent type, balance, and movement, and the Jack Russell Terrier Club of America (JRTCA) breed standard plays a foundational role in achieving this goal. By closely adhering to the breed standard, we ensure that our dogs embody the distinctive traits that make them a true representation of the Jack Russell Terrier breed. We carefully evaluate our breeding stock against the standard's criteria, emphasizing characteristics such as a well-balanced body, proportionate size, and musculature. This meticulous assessment enables us to select dogs that possess the ideal conformation and physical attributes needed for optimal performance in various activities, including agility and hunting. By using the JRTCA breed standard as our guiding principle, we are committed to producing Jack Russell Terriers that not only possess exceptional looks but also excel in their abilities and movement.
Our goal is to breed both pet and breeding quality terriers that are healthy, beautiful, and have a good temperament. We believe that the ideal pet has a balance of physical beauty and inner strength. We carefully select and breed our terriers to be visually appealing and robust in health and temperament. This ensures a fulfilling and lasting companionship for our clients. Our commitment to creating stunning and well-balanced Jack’s is a glimpse into the window of our dedication to enhancing the joys of owning a Jack Russell Terrier.