Ambitious Acres Kennels
- Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
Meet the breeder
I'm Jennifer P., the breeder behind Ambitious Acres Kennels located in Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA. Since 2021, we’ve been breeding GSPs and sharing our passion. As a small family kennel, our dogs live in our home and puppies are raised with love for 8 weeks. All adults are health tested (genetic, hips, elbows, heart, eyes) to ensure the healthiest puppies possible.
Q. & A. with Jennifer
Why did you start breeding?
Growing up, my grandma was an exceptional Toy Poodle breeder who ran a reputable kennel and truly loved her dogs. From an early age, I learned how to properly care for both puppies and their mothers, gaining hands-on experience that shaped my approach today. When our family fell in love with our first German Shorthaired Pointer, we knew we wanted to continue that tradition and share her incredible line with other families.What makes your program special?
Our breeding program is special because we are truly hands-on breeders. All four members of our family help provide the love and care our dogs deserve every day. While we understand that health clearances cannot guarantee a perfectly healthy dog, we do everything possible to give our puppies the best start in life. We go the extra mile by testing all of our adult dogs to help ease concerns and promote overall health and well-being.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include liver and white, black and white, black roan, and liver roan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Jennifer
Jennifer 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Jennifer partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We believe it’s important for families to choose their own puppy, as there’s often a special connection you can only feel when you meet them. That “right fit” is something we, as breeders, can’t create for you. Families are welcome to select their puppy in person, through FaceTime, or via videos and text messaging so you can find the perfect match.”
Price
“The price includes puppy tails docked, dewclaws removed, up-to-date vaccinations, deworming, and full veterinary health check to ensure each puppy is happy and healthy before going to their new home. All of our puppies are the same price, regardless of color and sex. Deposit secures exact puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer directly.
You’re protected
on Good Dog
When you pay and communicate on Good Dog, you’re covered by Payment Protection.
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
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Jennifer.
Breeder's location
Meet in Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
4115 miles away
·
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
4059 miles away
·
Flexible meeting point
Jennifer can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Jennifer
Jennifer has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Jennifer was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Jennifer is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ambitious Acres Kennels 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
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Ambitious Acres Kennels 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).
