Copper Creek Outfitters and Kennel

Kelsey W.

Breeder of Boykin Spaniels and Labrador Retrievers

Meet the breeder

I'm Kelsey W., the breeder behind Copper Creek Outfitters and Kennel located in Wrenshall, MN. We strive to produce well rounded sane companions for upland waterfowl and family pets. Our breeding program is small but intense to ensure each pup get everything and more before heading home with thier new families. Each pup is handled from the first second! Each pup is held to breed standard and have all health testing required by the governing breed society.

Q. & A. with Kelsey

  • Why did you start breeding?

    As a child when I showed with a family friend I got into breeding to be able to enter more then one dog and be able to enter more events. I switched over to labs in my teen years and have stayed with my hunting breeds. Helping get rid of nasty genetic issues and producing great all around dogs has always been a passion of mine

  • What makes your program special?

    It's a very strict small program, my pups are raised in home and come from completely healthy and great all-around parents. Each pup is handled from the first second,I use my veterinarian technician and training background to give each pup everything they need from the first breath to the time they leave and beyond.I strive hard to produce great puppy's and match the right pup to the right person.

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

    Our Boykin Spaniel puppies are liver. Labrador Retriever puppies include black, chocolate, and yellow. 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 Kelsey

Kelsey 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $750 - $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"1000 for our labrador retriever pups and 2500 for Boykin Spaniel pups. Both are limited until all appropriate health testing is done ie genetic testing knees hips elbows patella and eye cert. List of interested parties will be notified of litter birth deposits are taken as soon as litter is born and puppies are picked in this order puppies will not be held without a deposit."

Contract & health guarantee

Kelsey 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 Kelsey 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 Kelsey 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
      • 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Wrenshall, MN

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Duluth Airport

More about Kelsey

  • Club memberships

    Kelsey is a member of Hunting Retriever Club, Labrador Retriever Club, Inc., Boykin spaniel society, Upper midwest Boykin spaniel club, Duluth kennel club, and Duluth retriever club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Licensed Veterinary Technician, Professional Handler, Associate Dog Trainer.

  • Kelsey has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Kelsey was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Kelsey’s links

Kelsey is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Copper Creek Outfitters and 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

Parent dogs

All breeds

Boykin Spaniel

Labrador Retriever

Parent health testing

Boykin Spaniel

Labrador Retriever

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Copper Creek Outfitters and 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 Boykin Spaniels.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

    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).

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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.