Fenton River GSP
Meet the breeder
I'm Linda E., the breeder behind Fenton River GSP located in Wiscasset, ME. I breed German Shorthaired Pointers with the proven ability to be an outstanding versatile hunting dog and a wonderful family pet. My dogs are first and foremost family pets that share my home with me. I train them to hunt upland birds and waterfowl and we participate in NAVHDA and AKC events.
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
I have always been invested in the well-being of animals. I wanted to give back to the breed by breeding healthy pups and placing them into loving homes.What makes your program special?
I love my German Shorthaired Pointers and prioritize temperament, conformation, and trainability in my breeding program. We are passionate about pairing happy and healthy puppies with loving, active companions.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Linda
Linda 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
"NAVHDA homes only and fence required. Must be a member of NAVHDA and test puppy in NAVHDA Natural Ability. Deposits are accepted after puppies are whelped and prospective buyer's have been approved."
Contract & health guarantee
Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda.
Breeder's location
Meet in Wiscasset, ME
3539 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Jetport
3579 miles away
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More about Linda
Club memberships
Linda is a member of Katahdin GSP Club, German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America, and North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified.
Linda has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Linda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Linda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Fenton River GSP 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
Jenni, mom
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Jenni
Jenni is a female German Shorthaired Pointer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Linda decided to make her part of their program. Linda 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
Excellent level
Fenton River GSP 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 German Shorthaired Pointers.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (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.
Brucellosis
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.
DNA Profile, Cone Degeneration, German Shorthaired Pointer Type
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).
