Dusty Rose Chesapeakes

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Michelle K.

Breeder of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers

  • Mayville, MI

Meet the breeder

I'm Michelle K., the breeder behind Dusty Rose Chesapeakes located in Mayville, MI. Many of our puppies have become exceptional show dogs, and all of them have become excellent family dogs and lifelong friends. We take great care planning each litter to ensure we are producing puppies that are exemplary representations of the breed. It is our passion to share these incredible dogs and help ensure the future of their breed.

Q. & A. with Michelle

  • 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 Michelle

Michelle 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 $600 deposit and between $1,200 - $1,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“typically, Non-refundable but on a case-by-case basis.”

Contract & health guarantee

Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle 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
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Mayville, MI

Other pick-up locations

Flexible meeting point

Michelle can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Michelle

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Judge, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

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Michelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Dusty Rose Chesapeakes 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

Dusty Rose Chesapeakes 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 Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.

  • Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not 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, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)

    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 Michelle to bring home their puppies.

  • Maureen H.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    Michelle is amazing!! She was so wonderful to us and answered every question. We are so fortunate to have Sig be part of our family!!

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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