Ca’ Rigada Deutsch Drahthaar (GWP)
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- Connecticut
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Meet the breeder
I'm Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill, the breeder behind Ca’ Rigada Deutsch Drahthaar (GWP) located in Connecticut. Our dogs complete the robust health/behavior testing required for generations by their breed club - and more. We emphasize socialization and training, performed by a certified trainer. Our passion is raising puppies that excel equally in the home and field.
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Q. & A. with Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill
Why did you start breeding?
My first job was cleaning kennels and assisting a gundog trainer and breeder in Northern Italy. After years of working with various sporting breeds, I chose the Drahthaar/GWP, combining my talents with the robust genetic material in the breed. Ashley's passion as a trainer and for canine wellness led her to seek a dog from me, which is how we met. We now pursue this shared passion together.What makes your program special?
While the German VDD breed club has required health and rigorous behavior testing for generations, we pair that with additional health testing and science-based early socialization and training carried out first hand by a certified professional trainer (CPDT-KA). Our dogs exhibit superior performance in their field trials and as sporting companions, but are also a joy to be within the home.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
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Getting a puppy from Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill
Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes health guarantee, registration papers, and first vaccine, health check, and deworming. We are here to support you and your pup in the field and in your home for their lifetime. Please review our contract for further details. A deposit reserves gender preference out of the specified litter but are transferable to other litters. Simone chooses which puppy will go to which home.”
Contract & health guarantee
Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill 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 Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill 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 Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Connecticut
3762 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at LaGuardia Airport (and Marine Air Terminal)
3845 miles away
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More about Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill
Club memberships
Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill is a member of VDD-GNA, Council for the Certification of Professional Dog Trainers, Atlantic Chapter of the VDD-GNA, and NAVDHA.
Certifications & recognitions
CCPDT-KA (Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers), Puppy Culture Breeder, Professional Handler, Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing.
Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ca’ Rigada Deutsch Drahthaar (GWP) 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
Vreni, mom
German Wirehaired Pointer
About Vreni
Vreni is a female German Wirehaired Pointer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill decided to make her part of their program. Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill 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.
Pan, dad
German Wirehaired Pointer
About Pan
Pan is a male German Wirehaired Pointer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill decided to make him part of their program. Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill 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.
Cora, mom
German Wirehaired Pointer
About Cora
Cora is a female German Wirehaired Pointer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill decided to make her part of their program. Simone Favalli & Ashley Hill 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
Excellent level
Ca’ Rigada Deutsch Drahthaar (GWP) 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 Wirehaired 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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Brucellosis, Shoulder Osteochondrosis
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.
von Willebrand Disease II (vWD II), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Full Embark Panel, Factor VII Deficiency, 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).
