Gorchest Kennel
- Thurmont, MD
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Lori W., the breeder behind Gorchest Kennel located in Thurmont, MD. We care deeply about the Curly-Coated Retriever and breed to help ensure the health and future of these wonderful dogs. It is important to us not only that we preserve our own phenomenal bloodlines, but that we are improving this breed with each litter and ensuring the well-being of these dogs for generations more to come.
Q. & A. with Lori
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Lori
Lori 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,600 - $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppy has age appropriate vaccinations, deworming, back dew claws removed/front dew claws may or may not be removed. Puppy microchipped and AKC on line registration paid. Deposits are requested at 4 weeks of age. Contracts are signed prior to the deposit request.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lori 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 Lori 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 Lori 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 Lori.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Thurmont, MD
4039 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Baltimore/Washington Airport
4029 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Lori can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Lori
Club memberships
Lori is a member of Catoctin Kennel Club, Curly-Coated Retriever Club of America, and Curly-Coated Retriever Club.
Lori has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Lori was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Lori is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Gorchest 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
Rhys, dad
Curly-Coated Retriever
About Rhys
Rhys is a male Curly-Coated Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lori decided to make him part of their program. Lori 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.
Jinx, mom
Curly-Coated Retriever
About Jinx
Jinx is a female Curly-Coated Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Rhys, dad
Curly-Coated Retriever
About Rhys
Rhys is a male Curly-Coated Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lori decided to make him part of their program. Lori 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.
Rhys, dad
Curly-Coated Retriever
About Rhys
Rhys is a male Curly-Coated Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lori decided to make him part of their program. Lori 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.
Rhys, dad
Curly-Coated Retriever
About Rhys
Rhys is a male Curly-Coated Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lori decided to make him part of their program. Lori 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Gorchest 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 Curly-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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, Glycogen Storage Disease Type IIIA, GSD IIIA, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), 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).
