I'm Frank L., the breeder behind Belle Shain Kennels located in Fairhope, AL. We focus on intentional breeding so that we can produce quality puppies that are excellent representations of the standard. We're passionate about raising well-rounded pups who will excel in any venue with their new families. Holding ourselves to high standards is paramount to the well-being of our dogs and the integrity of our program. We love our pups!
Q. & A. with Frank
Why did you start breeding?
Family tradition
What makes your program special?
We have very healthy bloodlines and take great care with their training and conditioning from the day they are born. We take great care of the parents every day.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Spinone Italiano puppies include white, orange roan, and brown roan. Labrador Retriever puppies include black and yellow. Golden Retriever puppies include golden and light golden. 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.
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 10
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 9
Went home
Male
Boy 8
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 7
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Frank
Frank 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our deposits become NON Refundable 2weeks after pups are born.”
Contract & health guarantee
Frank 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 Frank 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 Frank directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Frank.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Fairhope, AL
Other pick-up locations
More about Frank
Club memberships
Frank is a member of Talahassee Retriever Club, Florida Panhandle Pointing Dog Club, Lower Alabama Hunting Retriever Club, spinone club of america, Labrador Retriever Club, Inc., and Golden Retriever Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Judge, Professional Handler, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, CHIC Certified.
Frank has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Frank was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Belle Shain 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 dogs
duchess, mom
Golden Retriever
About duchess
duchess is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Frank decided to make her part of their program. Frank 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
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Spinone Italiano
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Belle Shain 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 Golden Retrievers.
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 Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Golden Retriever 1
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).