EmberMist Flat-Coated Retrievers
Meet the breeder
I'm Randy and Theresa S., the breeder behind EmberMist Flat-Coated Retrievers located in Edinboro, PA. I am a home-based hobby breeder. I produce top-quality Flat-Coated Retrievers with a focus on pedigree, health, and genetic diversity. My puppies are lovingly raised in my home as part of my family so that I can prepare them to be wonderful additions to yours. My passion is poured into every aspect of my breeding program. I truly love my dogs and what I do!
Q. & A. with Randy and Theresa
Why did you start breeding?
We decided to pursue ownership of a Flatcoat that happened to be of show quality and I then became an owner-handler for the breed. Show success led to Grand Championship for Ember and requests for puppies led to our first successful breeding in 2020. We delivered our first litter on July 25th, 2020, and we will be pursuing future litters!What makes your program special?
We perform health certifications for our breeding dogs, and they are family members. Puppies are reared in a whelping box in our sunroom which is open to our kitchen and living room with an emphasis on socialization. Our priority is quality over quantity. Puppies are placed in appropriate homes through an application and interview process.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. 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.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Randy and Theresa
Randy and Theresa 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
"Price includes initial vaccinations, deworming, full AKC registration, microchipping, and initial socialization. Puppy contracts provide a health guarantee for 36 months."
Contract & health guarantee
Randy and Theresa 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 Randy and Theresa 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 Randy and Theresa 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 Randy and Theresa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Edinboro, PA
4043 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Pittsburgh Airport
4111 miles away
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More about Randy and Theresa
Club memberships
Randy and Theresa is a member of Flat Coated Retriever Society of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Owner/Handler, Licensed Veterinarian.
Randy and Theresa has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Randy and Theresa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Randy and Theresa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
EmberMist Flat-Coated Retrievers 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
Ember, mom
Flat-Coated Retriever
About Ember
Ember is a female Flat-Coated Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Randy and Theresa decided to make her part of their program. Randy and Theresa 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
Great level
EmberMist Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers.
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.
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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).
