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Welcome to Duke Farms

Our Roots: 
A Texas Family Ranch
Since 1860

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                                                                  Welcome to Duke Farms
Established in the 1800's, Duke Farms began when our family settled this land for farming and ranching. Generations later, that same love for country life, family tradition, and honest hard work continues today.
At Duke Farms, we proudly raise Jack Russell Terriers with care, love, and respect for the breed. Our puppies are raised in a farm setting where they can grow into healthy, confident, well-socialized companions with the intelligence, loyalty, courage, and spirited personality Jack Russells are known for.
Whether you are looking for a devoted family companion, a lively farm dog, or a little terrier with a big heart, we are honored to share our puppies with families who will love them as much as we do.

Our Philosophy

At Duke Farms, our Jack Russell Terriers are far more than just dogs—they are beloved members of our family. We believe that the foundation of a great companion starts in a loving home environment. From their very first breath, our puppies are raised underfoot, receiving daily socialization, plenty of hands-on affection, and exposure to the sights and sounds of farm life.

​Our mission is to raise happy, well-adjusted puppies that seamlessly transition from our arms to your couch. We prioritize physical health, stable temperaments, and early enrichment so that you receive a loyal companion who is ready for a lifetime of adventures.

My Story

A Journey of Second Chances

  

My name is David Duke Griffin and I am owner of Duke Farms Jack Russell Terriers..  Duke Farms is built on a legacy that traces back to 1860, rooted deep in the soil of our family ranch in Lampasas, Texas.  Growing up here, raising livestock in 4-H and FFA, and attending the First United Methodist Church, I was taught foundational values that define who I am today: to treat others the way I wish to be treated, to lead with kindness, and to always respect my elders.  For over thirty years, my life was dedicated to serving others during their most difficult moments as a licensed funeral director and embalmer, a career I entered after graduating from the Dallas Institute of Funeral Service. But life rarely follows a straight line. I have faced my own share of struggles, made mistakes, and at one point, lost everything.  Returning home to Lampasas, I found myself standing at a crossroads, deeply needing a second chance at life.

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Finding Purpose in Four Legs

 

In that season of starting over, I turned to raising Jack Russell Terriers as a hobby. I didn't know it then, but these small dogs with massive hearts were exactly what I needed. Witnessing their remarkable intelligence, fierce loyalty, and vibrant spirits completely transformed my world. They didn't care about the past; they simply offered unconditional love. They became my family, giving me a profound second chance and a renewed sense of meaning.  Every day, they show me what true devotion looks like—always waiting eagerly for my return, reminding me that everyone deserves a loyal companion by their side.  Duke Farms is no longer just a hobby; it is a passion born from gratitude.  My mission now is to share these incredible terriers with others, helping families find the same unconditional joy and friendship that saved me.

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"Home of Healthy, Happy Jack Russell Terriers in Texas."

9014 FM 580 East

Kempner, Texas 76539

dukefarms1877@gmail.com

512-734-4754

© 2026 Duke Farms. All Rights Reserved.

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