Big Daves Bird Dogs LLC, BDBD

David S.

Breeder of German Shorthaired Pointers

  • Highland, IL
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  • 100% recommend •

Meet the breeder

I'm David S., the breeder behind Big Daves Bird Dogs LLC, BDBD located in Highland, IL. We breed German Shorthaired Pointers with great traits. We want dogs who can do great pieces of work in the field and in the home. We carefully breed German Shorthaired Pointers doing all breed-specific testing to produce healthy puppies that will have the prey drive to take you to the level you are aiming for. All of our puppies will come with pre-paid AKC registration and with our kennel BDBD in the prefix of the registered name.

Q. & A. with David

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I bought my first male not knowing a lot about pedigree I got pretty lucky he was an incredible hunter and slightly headstrong. Second shorthair I knew a lot more about pedigree I got a bitch from walking Field trial lines with a stacked pedigree. After getting all their health testing completed we bred our first litter I tested one of the puppies in AKC and NAVHDA and she was a natural.

  • What makes your program special?

    I pick a breeding I don't think I can beat I always try to improve the next litter. I think their puppies will produce very solid, healthy, hunting dogs that should be very capable of staying in the house with you. I really want to find the best homes possible I usually have limited time to feel out customers and decide if I am doing the puppy justice in placing them in the best home I can find.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include white and liver, liver roan, and liver and white. 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.

Getting a puppy from David

David 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.

David partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.

Price

Puppy prices include a $900 refundable deposit that secures a spot in a litter. The remaining $900 - $1,100 is due at pickup, before taxes & fees.
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“AKC Pre-paid Registration, First round of shots, de-worming and a vet check per puppy. A blanket with littermate and mothers scent a gallon bag of the current food.”

Contract & health guarantee

David 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 David 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 David 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
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from David.

Breeder's location

Meet in Highland, IL

4556 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at St. Louis Lambert Airport

4582 miles away

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More about David

  • Club memberships

    David is a member of ILNSTRA and German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    2025 Armature NSTRA IL Region High point dog., Bred, trained, and Handled my own dog to Armature Champion. , countless hours at training seminars and hands on experiance, lots of years of hands on experiance, Breeder since 2019.

  • David has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    David was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

David is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Big Daves Bird Dogs LLC, BDBD 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Big Daves Bird Dogs LLC, BDBD 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.

  • von Willebrand Disease II (vWD II), Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Cone Degeneration, 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with David to bring home their puppies.

  • Jennie B.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2026

      • +5

    Beth and Dave were amazing throughout the entire process of getting Otis! We first got in contact with them back in May, before Beau and River were even bred, and they kept us updated every step of the way. Communication was always easy, and they were incredibly responsive and happy to answer any questions we had. When it was finally time to fly out to pick up Otis, they even graciously drove us to and from the airport and hosted us for the day, which made the entire experience that much easier. It was clear from the beginning how much they care about their dogs and the families they go to. They made us feel comfortable and supported throughout the entire process, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. We are so grateful to Beth and Dave for helping us bring Otis home and would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a German Shorthaired Pointer!

    Kristin R.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

      • +4

    David and Beth were so responsive and helpful throughout the process. I sincerely appreciate their guidance on choosing the right puppy for us. Roux has surpassed our expectations. She has the sweetest demeanor and is picking up on commands so quickly. We are so in love. Thank you! 😍

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    Finn D.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    Great experience with Dave! Dave was helpful, honest, and clearly cares about his dogs. I am extremely happy with Winnie, she is a wonderful GSP with a great personality and has been an amazing addition to our family. I highly recommend Dave to anyone looking for a great GSP!

  • Kaleb J.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2026

      • +4

    Had a great experience with David and his wife, always very helpful and responsive and luckily i was close enough that i could come visit the puppies before it was time for them to go to their forever homes. I was able to get the dog I've wanted since i was little and she has been a blast so far. My wife and daughters are over the moon about this little pup just like me and our 6 year old rescue dog finally has someone to play with and help her get some exercise lol. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for one of these beautiful German shorthairs.

    Erik H.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    If you’re looking for a German Shorthaired Pointer, I can’t recommend Dave and Beth highly enough. From the very beginning, their communication was outstanding—the best we’ve ever experienced. They kept us updated every step of the way with pictures, videos, and regular updates, and they were always available to answer questions. What really stood out was that their care didn’t end when we picked up our puppy. They continued to check in afterward, which showed how much they genuinely care about both their dogs and the families they go to. Our GSP has an incredible temperament, is healthy, smart, and has been an absolute joy. It was, without question, the most professional and positive experience we’ve ever had purchasing a dog. Dave and Beth are thoughtful, kind, knowledgeable, and truly passionate about what they do. I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for a German Shorthaired Pointer.

    Carter P.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    I had a great experience with David and Beth. They are both wonderful people and care for their pups a lot, if you thinking of getting a GSP puppy I would definitely recommend David and Beth.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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