The goal of the JOVAL Airedales breeding program is to develop a line of Airedales that will improve the overall health of the breed while conforming to the AKC breed standard in both temperament and physical characteristics (conformation). Since MOST of our puppies are placed as companions in loving homes, we need to make sure they will live long, happy & healthy lives as members of their new homes.


It is true that no breeder can 100% guarantee the health of any animal but, through careful breeding standards, hip scoring all breeding stock and genetic screening, we make every effort to avoid any problems. Since we are not a "volume kennel" we can be very selective in planning the direction of the JOVAL line and are proud of the puppies we produce. And, the foundation of our line, CH Jokyl Flashback, has an impeccable pedigree that is complete through a minimum of 10 generations.

All JOVAL puppies are raised in our home and in a family setting. They are very well socialized and are exposed to every aspect of the "home environment" including noises, other pets, children, visitors, etc...   Overall, our puppies are raised with love and we take great pains to ensure the health and well-being of each of our babies. All litters are continually evaluated from their birth until they go to their new homes. In keeping with the breed standard, tail docking and dew claw removal are performed by a veterinarian at approximately 3 to 5 days old. Every puppy receives a basic health check, dewormings and their first series of vaccinations by our veterinarian before they leave for their new homes.

Throughout the many years of our program, we have become very experienced in "temperament testing" all of our puppies and have used these results as a basis for placing each pup with the appropriate family.  Since we at JOVAL Airedales want to ensure the happiness of both the puppies and their new families, we offer assistance by instructing every new owner in the areas of training, grooming and general care of their new family member.

All new owners receive a packet of information specially compiled to assist them in the acclimation of their new pup to its new home. Every new owner is encouraged to keep us informed through emails, letters and pictures about how they and their new family member is doing.

In addition to the care we take in managing our breeding program, we also ensure that ALL of our puppies are placed in an appropriate environment with a new owner that is willing to undertake the responsibility of Airedale Ownership. As part of this process, we require all prospective puppy buyers to complete our Prospective Puppy Owner Questionnaire. The questions on this document help us understand what you are looking for in a dog as well as forcing you to consider some of the aspects of Airedale ownership that you may not have considered.

As with many breeders, we love to find prospective owners who are interested in exhibiting our dogs whether in obedience, conformation shows or other activity. For these "show prospects", we can assist the new owner in setting the pup's ears (if necessary) or can help arrange for a knowledgeable person to do this if they do not live nearby. We can also assist in helping the new owner find a reputable groomer or handler in their area.

Reservation deposits are accepted on a first come-first served basis once a litter has been whelped. If puppies are not currently available, a "waiting-list" is created and those on the list receive priority in the submission of their deposit on a puppy (male or female, show or companion standard) from the next available litter. Please note that all deposits are non-refundable. At the age of 8 weeks, evaluations are performed to determine the final availability of Show and Companion standard pups.


Only after evaluations have been completed will the final selections be made by our clients in the submission order of their deposit. Please make sure that you indicate your intentions, show or companion standard when you complete the questionnaire AND when you submit your deposit so that we can plan accordingly. Every effort is made to be fair and to accommodate the needs of our clients. Visitation of the litter is permitted and encouraged (by appointment). Please understand that final numbers CAN NOT be fully known nor can selections be made until after evaluations are performed. Companion puppies are normally allowed to leave for their new homes at approximately 9 weeks. Show puppies require additional evaluation and are not sent to their new homes until a minimum of 12 weeks.

All JOVAL puppies are sold with a written sales agreement that clearly states the terms of placement. For all "Show Standard" puppies, an AKC Full Registration will be provided. This enables the animal to be shown at AKC sanctioned events and ultimately to achieve its Championship Title. All "Companion Standard" puppies are sold with AKC Limited Registrations. With this registration, these animals are to be spayed/neutered at the appropriate age and are not be shown. This stipulation is required by most reputable breeders and is necessary to minimize the possibility of improper breeding and to protect the name and reputation of their kennel.