Kilernan
- Stoughton, WI
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Barbara M., the breeder behind Kilernan located in Stoughton, WI. I am very passionate about raising well-rounded pups who will excel in any venue with their new families. I produce pups that will continue to excel in their chosen field, whether that be working, showing, or as an active companion. I take pride in my pups and am dedicated to giving them the tools they need to thrive.
Q. & A. with Barbara
Why did you start breeding?
I went looking for a pet Gordon and decided to buy a show quality Godon instead. I was exposed to showing as a kid in 4H and wanted to give it a try. I fell in love with the process and knew I wanted to put my passion to good use and breed my own dogs. I never looked back!What makes your program special?
I’ve always focused on structure and soundness and love how it relates to function and breed type. I’ve written a series of articles for the GSCA news to attempt to help people see this relationship. I’m passionate about Gordon Setters and am excited to responsibly share them and what I have learned with the world.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Barbara
Barbara 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
"All of my dogs are all the same price. I will take reservations but will not ask for deposits until the pups are born."
Contract & health guarantee
Barbara 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 Barbara 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 Barbara 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 Barbara.
Breeder's location
Meet in Stoughton, WI
More about Barbara
Club memberships
Barbara is a member of Gordon Setter Club of America.
Barbara has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Barbara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Barbara’s links
Barbara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Kilernan 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
Excellent level
Kilernan 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 Gordon Setters.
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.
DNA Repository, PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 4 (rcd4)
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).
