
At The Bear Den,
our #1 priority is the whole package
"Temperament, Health and Beauty"
"THB"
First priority to us is outstanding temperaments.
We carefully assess our dogs for their personalities and When and IF we make a mating Temperament is 1st on our list.

We next strive for health.
We want your Rat Terrier to be a part of your family for as long as possible. We health test at 3bear for hips, Cardiac, Legg Calve Perthes and Patella luxation, and Primary lens luxation . While this doesn't Guarantee your puppy will not have any of these issues, we try out best to avoid such a catastrophe.

Finally comes beauty/conformation. With each generation, we attempt to come as close to our interpretation of the written UKC
standard for the rat terrier as we can.
We take reservations for puppies throughout the year and encourage all new owners to come and help socialize the babies shortly after their birth.

About the Rat Terrier
Definition of a Terrier=The terrier is a group of dog breeds initially bred for hunting and killing vermin. While usually small, these dogs are brave and tough with a lively, energetic, and almost hyperactive personality.
The Rat Terrier is an intelligent, alert and loving dog. Very inquisitive and lively. This affectionate dog makes an excellent companion for those who will enjoy an energetic dog. They are good with children, especially if they are raised with them from puppyhood. They are, for the most part friendly with strangers but often can be aloof. They must be highly socialized. Rat Terriers make good watchdogs. These dogs are quick and very playful and are not yappers. The temperament of these dogs is pure terrier. The lively, feisty, fearless nature can be found in the best of terriers. They are eager to please and respond and pick training up faster than most dogs. The Rat terrier is a very well mannered, well rounded dog. They are easy to train and very eager to learn and to please their owner. They love to go with you and to do what you do. They make good farm dogs as well as excellent family dogs for pets and companionship. This hardy dog is used for hunting expeditions as well as terrier work. Adult dogs can adjust easily into families with or without children.
They come in two sizes-
Standard 13-19" tall
Mini 10-13" tall
Colors and coat patterns are a veritable rainbow but NEVER should be Merle.

Showing - Why is This Important?
Exhibiting my Rat Terriers at a dog show is an essential aspect of my breeding program. Success in the show ring means that a 3bear Rat
Terriers is constructed well, and possesses the stable temperament required for this event.
If you are looking for a pet Rat terrier, these same characteristics should be important to you: a well-constructed Rat Terrier will be more
fit for any events you like to do (walking, hiking, running), and the temperament should be such that you enjoy having your Rat Terrier
companion along with you!

Happy Holidays
to all our
fellow exhibiters, friends and Judges
3bear Farm Terriers
Plainfield VT
3bF's Reflections of 2009
New title Holders
Rat Terriers:
Grand Champion NBOB BlueGKs Ropin the Wind -Top Ten #8
Grand Champion Yar 1 Fine Oopsie Daisy
Grand Champion 3bF N UR Wildest Dreams
Grand Champion 3bF N the Crow'd Goes Wild
Grand Champion Night Breezes Sem2 Wispr I U
Champion 3bF Stars Gonna Rock Yar Boat
Champion Bet Ur Bowdom Dollar
Champion 3bF N UR Wildest Dreams
Champion 3bF Crack Jenny's Tea Cup
Champion 3bF N the Crow'd Goes Wild
Champion 3bF ARIS All Decked out N Sterln
Champion 3bF Burway Who's Crying Now-owned and loved by Kathie Treacy
Champion 3bF Burway Yar my Sunshine- Owned and loved by Barbie Trammell/Lynzie Baldwin
Champion 3bF Stars Yar my Ambasador of Kwan- Owned and loved by Barbie Trammell
Champion PR B'Ridge Over Troubled Water
Teddy Roosevelt Terriers
Champion Brooks Rydin So Low- Top Ten #1
Champion Weebits ahRootnTootn Good Time Top Ten#6
Please look for our up-n-comers in 2010!
3bF Stars Yar got it Comn N Goin
3bF To the Moon Alice!
3bF She'll Sink or Swim
3bF 'Scuse Me While I Kiss Da Sky
3bF Burway Who do you Love?
BlueGk's Eat Your Heart out Boyz
Thank you to all the judges that saw what we saw in our budding youngsters!

If you are interested in adding a Terrier to your family,
Please email us for an application.
