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KBar Chesapeakes
- Justin, TX
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Kirk and Lauren K., the breeder behind KBar Chesapeakes located in Justin, TX. The dogs in the KBar Chesapeakes breeding program are all AKC Senior Hunter titled dogs with a pedigrees full of titled hunt and field trial bloodlines, producing dogs that have wonderful personalities that make great family and hunting dogs that are a joy to hunt, hunt test, and live with.
Q. & A. with Kirk and Lauren
Why did you start breeding?
I started breeding Chesapeakes in 1990 with a desire to produce Chesapeakes that were good representatives of the breed. The majority of our puppies become hunting dogs, companions and family members. The dogs in our breeding program must pass strict physical and termperment requirements and must earn their AKC Senior Hunter title before being bred. References are available upon request.What makes your program special?
Our dogs are all AKC Senior titled dogs with performance pedigrees. Genetic testing is performed for DM, EIC, ED, PRA. Hips, elbows, and eyes are guaranteed. Puppies are: wormed multiple times & vaccinated at 6 weeks; exposed to loud noises, gun shot, live birds, retrieving and swimming; taught to come when called; socialized by different people and children; and introduced to the crate.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include dark deadgrass, light brown, dark brown, and brown. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 4 - Orange collar
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3 = yellow collar
Went homeMale
Boy 2 - Lime Green Collar
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Blue Boy
Went homeMale
Grey Girl
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kirk and Lauren
Kirk and Lauren 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 $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Hips, elbows, and eyes are guaranteed. Puppies are wormed multiple times & receive the first vaccination at 6 weeks; well socialized to kids & people; retrieving, swimming and introduced to the crate . Once the breeding is confirmed a $500 deposit will hold your puppy and your line in the pick.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kirk and Lauren 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 Kirk and Lauren 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 Kirk and Lauren 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
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kirk and Lauren.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Justin, TX
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Dallas Fort Worth Airport
Flexible meeting point
Kirk and Lauren can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Kirk and Lauren
Kirk and Lauren has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Kirk and Lauren was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Kirk and Lauren’s links
Kirk and Lauren is a trusted Good Dog breeder
KBar 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
Bella, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Bella
Bella is a royally performance bred and incredibly devoted girl. She is an athlete and a hunter with big drive to retrieve and hunt. A titled Senior Hunter and joy to train, hunt and live with.
Bella, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Bella
Bella is a royally bred, hard charging retriever. She easily achieved her Senior Hunter title before retiring to the breeding program. She loves to hunt and work and she is incredibly devoted to her people.
Ranger, dad
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Ranger
Ranger is a male Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kirk and Lauren decided to make him part of their program. Kirk and Lauren 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.
Echo, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Echo
Echo is a female Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kirk and Lauren decided to make her part of their program. Kirk and Lauren 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.
Paige, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Paige
Paige is a female Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kirk and Lauren decided to make her part of their program. Kirk and Lauren 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.
Kane, dad
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Kane
Kane is a male Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kirk and Lauren decided to make him part of their program. Kirk and Lauren 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
KBar 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
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.
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).
