Ball Bluff Kennel
- Jacobson, MN
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Planned Chesapeake Bay Retriever litter
Due July 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Vickie & Karyl L., the breeder behind Ball Bluff Kennel located in Jacobson, MN.
Q. & A. with Vickie & Karyl
Why did you start breeding?
I have bred dogs for 41 years. My daughter in law joined me with the kennel when she married my oldest son.What makes your program special?
We strive to breed wonderful Weimaraner’s and Chesapeake Bay Retrievers that will excel in hunting companions , family companions, conformation and hunt tests.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Weimaraner puppies have smooth coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppies include dark brown, light deadgrass, light brown, deadgrass, brown, and sedge. Weimaraner puppies include gray and silver gray. 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.
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Vickie & Karyl
Vickie & Karyl 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.
Vickie & Karyl partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape.
"Buyers will come and pick their own puppy in the order that deposits are received. No one is allowed to pre pick a puppy. "
Price
"Weimaraner Puppies will have their tails docked and dew claws removed.Chesapeakes will have dew claws removed. All puppies will have at least 3 wormings done, their first set of vaccinations. All pups are microchipped with BuddyID. That includes a lifetime data base entry to buddyid. All puppies will come with application for registration with AKC with limited Registration. We can discuss full registration. Most deposits are non refundable unless something happens that you can’t control. If you are unable to get a pup from one litter you will have the option to move to another litter."
Contract & health guarantee
Vickie & Karyl 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 Vickie & Karyl 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 Vickie & Karyl directly.
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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Vickie & Karyl.
Breeder's location
Meet in Jacobson, MN
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Range Airport (was Chisholm–Hibbing Airport)
More about Vickie & Karyl
Club memberships
Vickie & Karyl is a member of Ball Bluff Pointing Dog Club of MN.
Vickie & Karyl has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Vickie & Karyl was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Vickie & Karyl is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ball Bluff Kennel 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
Vickie & Karyl L.
Litter update on 17 July 2025 •Took the girls outside today for the first time
Scotch and Sora's litter
Vickie & Karyl L.
Litter update on 05 July 2025 •…Sora and Scotch puppies are 4 weeks old now! We have 1 male and 2 females available. I do not know which ones are available because we don’t let anymore pick a pup until go home day. So if you like any of the puppies you see in the video please message me!
Scotch and Sora's litter
Vickie & Karyl L.
Litter update on 10 Apr 2025 •Sora and Scotch bred for 4 days! We will do an ultrasound in 30-35 days to confirm her pregnancy.
Scotch and Sora's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Weimaraner
Journey, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Journey
Journey is a wonderful companion. A machine in the hunting field, has done well in the conformation ring she holds her JH title has 2 passes for her SHR title. All health clearances done
Great health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +1 more.Mira, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Mira
Mira is a female Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Vickie & Karyl decided to make her part of their program. Vickie & Karyl 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.
Uploaded health tests
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +1 more.Lucy, mom
Weimaraner
About Lucy
Lucy is a female Weimaraner over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Vickie & Karyl decided to make her part of their program. Vickie & Karyl 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.
Lucy, mom
Weimaraner
About Lucy
Lucy is a female Weimaraner. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Vickie & Karyl decided to make her part of their program. Vickie & Karyl 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.
Shayan, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Shayan
Shayan is a high powered hunting machine. She has excelled in titling in hunt tests in both UKC and AKC
Uploaded health tests
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).Murtaugh, dad
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Murtaugh
He is a very accomplished hunting dog and a wonderful companion. Has achieved titles both in hunting and companion sports.
Uploaded health tests
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +1 more.Kimber, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Kimber
Kimber is a female Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Vickie & Karyl decided to make her part of their program. Vickie & Karyl 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.
Uploaded health tests
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +1 more.Scotch, dad
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Scotch
Scotch is a male Chesapeake Bay Retriever over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Vickie & Karyl decided to make him part of their program. Vickie & Karyl 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.
Great health testing
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +3 more.Riggs, dad
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Riggs
Riggs is a male Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Vickie & Karyl decided to make him part of their program. Vickie & Karyl 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.
Uploaded health tests
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +1 more.Sora, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Sora
Sora is a female Chesapeake Bay Retriever about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Vickie & Karyl decided to make her part of their program. Vickie & Karyl 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.
Uploaded health tests
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd).
Parent health testing
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Weimaraner
Ball Bluff Kennel 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 Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)
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).
