I'm Leslie R., the breeder behind Avon Farm located in Oregon City, OR. I have had Irish Setters since 1968 (picture is 1978). I aim to breed healthy dogs of excellent type with longevity and super personalities. My breeding program focuses on maintaining the unique characteristics specific to the breed while striving to produce puppies of superior health, temperament, and conformation. I am very proud of my dogs and their puppies, and it is always my goal to preserve and better the breed with each litter.
Q. & A. with Leslie
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are mahogany. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Ellie
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Leslie
Leslie 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
Connect with Leslie to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Leslie 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 Leslie 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 Leslie directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
Basic obedience & manners
AKC registration
Registration
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Leslie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Oregon City, OR
5224 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
5210 miles away
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Meet in Kent, WA
5094 miles away
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More about Leslie
Club memberships
Leslie is a member of Dog Fanciers Association of Oregon , Multnomah Irish Setter Association , Morris & Essex Kennel Club, and Irish Setter Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Sporting Group Breeder of the Year for 2009, AKC Licensed Judge of Irish Setters.
Leslie has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Leslie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Avon Farm 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
Caleb, dad
Irish Setter
About Caleb
Caleb is a male Irish Setter over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Leslie decided to make him part of their program. Leslie 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.
Theo, dad
Irish Setter
About Theo
Theo is a male Irish Setter. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Leslie decided to make him part of their program. Leslie 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.
Julie, mom
Irish Setter
About Julie
Julie is a female Irish Setter. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Leslie decided to make her part of their program. Leslie 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.
Emmie, mom
Irish Setter
About Emmie
Emmie is a female Irish Setter. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Leslie decided to make her part of their program. Leslie 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
Avon Farm 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 Irish Setters.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Irish Setter 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).