Classic Setters
- Hartsburg, MO
- Responds within a few hours
Meet the breeder
I'm Fran T., the breeder behind Classic Setters located in Hartsburg, MO. We are a small breeding program striving to produce top-quality, Ryman type English Setters like George Ryman may have bred years ago. We offer quality-bred hunting dogs from dams and sires with health clearances. They make great companions but we strive to also produce great hunting dogs so puppies are only available to hunting homes. They typically naturally point, back and retrieve with exposure to birds in the field. They will adjust their range to the cover from the grouse woods to the open prairies. We hand raise our puppies to ensure a reliable temperament and wonderful companionship. We love our dogs and what we do, and we strive to make sure each puppy has the potential to be a star out in the field as well as your best buddy at home.
Q. & A. with Fran
Why did you start breeding?
A consistent love for the English Setter breed and dog training encouraged the beginning of Classic Setters. Our dogs have brought us so much joy and happiness that we wanted to give back to them by producing the highest quality dogs and providing them a wonderful life with wonderful families.What makes your program special?
Classic Setters is a premier breeder of English Setter dogs. Our focus on structure, conformation, and unmatched intelligence brings us to the front of the pack. Our ultimate goal is to produce athletic and well-structured canines that can excel within various hunting venues and have the ability to be the greatest family companions. We love what we do and truly want the very best for our puppies and their forever families.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Fran
Fran 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
Contract & health guarantee
Fran 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 Fran 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 Fran 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
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 Fran.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Hartsburg, MO
More about Fran
Fran has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Fran was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Fran’s links
Fran is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Classic Setters 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 health testing
Good level
Classic Setters 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 English Setters.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), 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.
Brucellosis, Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
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.
