Alvarado Farm Kennels, LLC
- San Antonio, TX
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Cloudy
6 weeks old · Female
Upcoming litters
Planned German Shorthaired Pointer litter
Due Oct. 2026
Expected German Shorthaired Pointer litter
Due Oct. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Julie A., the breeder behind Alvarado Farm Kennels, LLC located in San Antonio, TX. Our pairings are thoughtfully chosen for superior traits. Our dogs are more than just pets, they are companions, hunting partners and family members. Every GSP puppy is carefully socialized to ensure they are well-adjusted and ready to thrive in their new homes.
Q. & A. with Julie
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include white and liver, liver roan, liver and white, liver, black roan, black and white, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Buck moon
Went homeMale
Snow moon
Went homeFemale
Cold moon
Went homeFemale
Blue moon
Went homeFemale
Harvest Moon
Went homeMale
Sturgeon Moon
Went homeMale
Strawberry moon
Went homeFemale
Flower moon
Went homeFemale
Hunter Moon
Went homeMale
Wolf moon
Went homeMale
Buttercup
Went homeFemale
Poppy
Went homeFemale
Clover
Went homeMale
Chicory
Went homeMale
Larkspur
Went homeMale
Daisy
Went homeFemale
Peony
Went homeFemale
Marygold
Went homeFemale
Aster
Went homeMale
Thistle
Went homeMale
Briar
Went homeMale
Crocus
Went homeMale
Misty
ReservedFemale
Stormi
ReservedFemale
Lightning
ReservedMale
Dewdrop
ReservedFemale
Pecos
Went homeMale
Cooper
Went homeMale
Guthrie
Went homeFemale
Hondo
Went homeMale
Amarillo
Went homeMale
Utopia
Went homeFemale
Eden
Went homeFemale
Iola
Went homeFemale
Granbury
Went homeFemale
Llano
Went homeMale
Chaps
Went homeMale
Colt
Went homeMale
Boots
Went homeFemale
Buckle
Went homeFemale
Fringe
Went homeFemale
Star
Went homeFemale
Pinto Bean
Went homeFemale
Gemini
Went homeFemale
Unicorn
Went homeFemale
Andromeda
Went homeFemale
Pegasus
Went homeMale
Centaur
Went homeMale
Indus
Went homeFemale
Raven
Went homeFemale
Hercules
Went homeMale
Dragon
Went homeMale
Echo
Went homeMale
Tide
Went homeFemale
Stone
Went homeMale
Flint
Went homeMale
Blaze
Went homeMale
River
Went homeMale
Ember
Went homeFemale
Frost
Went homeMale
Zephyr
Went homeFemale
Echo
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Julie
Julie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Julie partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
“We take great care in placing our puppies with the perfect home for them and for you. We like to assess temperament between four and six weeks to ensure we get the right personality with the right family.”
Price
“Our puppies come prepaid AKC registered and microchipped. All puppies will have a full vet exam and health clearance. First Shots, tails docked and dewclaws removed. Health and genetic guarantee. Puppies are selected in the order that deposits are received in the litter. Puppies are selected beginning at 4 weeks of age.”
Contract & health guarantee
Julie may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Julie offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Julie directly.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Julie.
Breeder's location
Meet in San Antonio, TX
Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Antonio Airport
Meet in Houston, TX
More about Julie
Club memberships
Julie is a member of German Shorthaired Club of San Antonio, NAVHDA, and German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Julie has been a member of Good Dog for 11 months
Julie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Julie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Alvarado Farm Kennels, LLC meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Litter and program updates
Julie A.
Program update on 19 Aug •Guess who is available, Cloudy from Hero and Athena, go home first week in September
Julie A.
Litter update on 05 Aug •One of these stormy girls is still available for reserve after one owner moved to a future litter.
Hero and Athena's litter
Julie A.
Program update on 05 Aug •…The Storm themed pups are plump and happy! Eyes are open and they are walking around and exploring their surroundings. When they play they are barking and puppy growling at each others! Their favorite thing is still their beautiful momma, Athena! 💕🐾💗
Julie A.
Program update on 26 July •Athena’s pups are getting big!! Next milestone will be eyes opening 😎🐾🐾
Julie A.
Program update on 12 June •Blue Moon is recently available. Ready to go home next week
Julie A.
Program update on 11 June •…Blue Moon is now available. She is the last of the Venus Moon pups. She had been reserved;however she is now available for reserve and ready to go home next week
Julie A.
Program update on 31 May •…Updated videos of the April Showers Brings May Flowers litter between Hero and Rainy Day! Eyes and ears are open and they are ready to start exploring and experiencing new things.
Julie A.
Program update on 28 May •…By no fault of her own Guthrie is now available. How soon to be owner had a family tragedy and has switched to a later Litter. So Guthrie is now ready ready to go. She’s eight weeks old.
Julie A.
Program update on 20 May •Grandbury is our last available pup from Hero and Sarah! She is all personality!! Happy and Confident girl.
Julie A.
Program update on 19 May •Rain and Hero’s “April Showers Bring May Flowers” litter sidled up to the milk bar 🐾🐾
Parent dogs
Venus, mom
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Venus
Venus is the daughter of our foundation male, Hero, and she embodies everything we admire in him: confidence, athleticism and heart. She is as gentle and tender as they come, yet when it's time to work, she knows how to turn it on in the field. Venus is currently workintoward her AKC Junior Hunter title, where she is already halfway there, while also pursuing her AKC Conformation Champion Title. Her tall, athletic framed build allows her to move effortless with grace and ease. Just as impressive is her temperament, Venus truly never meets a stranger. She is a friend to all, and this pup absolutely has it all just like her Dad, Hero.
Good health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).Hero, dad
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Hero
Hero is our Foundation Sire at Alvarado Farm Kennels. Hero has the temper of a service dog and can be off leash in public with us. He can also turn it on in the field and is a proven hunter. He has earned his AKC Junior Hunter title and is currently working on AKC Senior Hunter. Hero participates annually in both AKC walking and horseback handled Field Trials. Hero does not meet a stranger and aims to please. He is athletic and muscular.
Good health testing
DNA Repository, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.Athena, mom
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Athena
Athena is our graceful yet athletic alpha girl. She is happy and wagging her tail most of the time earning her the nick name Ms. Wigglebottom.
Sarah, mom
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Sarah
Sarah is a powerhouse. She is a monster for birds and all things hunting. Though, Sarah has a sweet spirit as well and is at my side in the kitchen, office or living room. She is deeply connected with her humans!
Rain, mom
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Rain
Rainy Day is a smart girl and a natural retriever. She is strong and determined in the field and cozy and cuddly with us on the couch.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Alvarado Farm Kennels, LLC reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for German Shorthaired Pointers.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel, Cone Degeneration, German Shorthaired Pointer Type
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
