Avant-Gard Saint Bernards
Meet the breeder
I'm Rachel G., the breeder behind Avant-Gard Saint Bernards located in Crown Point, IN. We are a small standard-conforming breeder that shows our dogs in conformation, has our adults living with us as loved and pampered pets in the house, strives for health, good temperament, athleticism, and adherence to the standard in body structure and head type.
Q. & A. with Rachel
Why did you start breeding?
We purchased a show male and female that complement each other from a top-notch breeder … and the rest is history!What makes your program special?
Our breeding program is special because we raise and love the adults in our home, they were a carefully chosen pair that complements each other, and we are able to devote attention, love, care, and training to the puppies that are whelped in our homeWhere do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Riley
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Rachel
Rachel has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $250 non-refundable deposit and $3,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Shipping is additional at buyer’s expense. Heath guarantee. Phone interview required. Contract must be signed. Application does not guarantee a puppy. Must also fill out a more extensive Avant-Gard Puppy Buyer Application. If desired puppy is not available, deposit transferred to Johnson Farms to be put on their waiting list. Otherwise, non-refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Rachel 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 Rachel 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 Rachel 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
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Rachel.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Crown Point, IN
547 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago Midway Airport
573 miles away
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More about Rachel
Club memberships
Rachel is a member of Central Indiana Saint Bernard Club.
Rachel has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Rachel was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Rachel’s links
Rachel is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Avant-Gard Saint Bernards 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 dogs
Barnabas, dad
Saint Bernard
About Barnabas
Barnabas is a male Saint Bernard. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rachel decided to make him part of their program. Rachel has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Ursula, mom
Saint Bernard
About Ursula
Ursula is a female Saint Bernard. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Avant-Gard Saint Bernards 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 Saint Bernards.
Brucellosis
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.
Polyneuropathy 1, Leonberger and Saint Bernard Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).
