Fair Havens
Meet the breeder
I'm Valerie T., the breeder behind Fair Havens located in Gettysburg, PA. We strive to produce phenomenal Labrador Retrievers and Field Spaniels who can excel in various performance venues AND make great family companions. We raise all of our dogs with love in our home. We have high expectations for our puppies and make sure to place each one with an enriching and loving family that will match their temperament and personality! We look forward to connecting!
Q. & A. with Valerie
Why did you start breeding?
I believe that purposeful and ethical breeding is so important for the healthy progression of any dog. It is important to me that I not only continue my own phenomenal show bloodlines, but that I am improving these breeds with each litter and ensuring the well-being of these dogs for generations more to come!What makes your program special?
Fair Havens is an ethical, conscious breeder of top-quality puppies. Our dogs are bred for health, conformation, temperament, and athletic ability and are beloved members of our family. Each puppy is bred, hand-raised, and loved indoors to ensure health, happiness, and harmony at the start of its life. While many of our dogs have become exceptional show prospects and champions, all of them have become excellent family dogs and lifelong friends!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Valerie
Valerie 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
Connect with Valerie to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Valerie 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 Valerie 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 Valerie 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 Valerie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Gettysburg, PA
More about Valerie
Club memberships
Valerie is a member of Mid Atlantic Field Spaniel Club, Labrador Retriever Club Of The Potomac, and Field Spaniel Society of America.
Valerie has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Valerie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Valerie’s links
Valerie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Fair Havens 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
Field Spaniel
Labrador Retriever
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Fair Havens 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 Field 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.
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.
