Kingsbridge Flat-Coated Retrievers

Kathleen S.

Certified Breeder of Flat-Coated Retrievers

  • Chatham, IL
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Kingsbridge Flat-Coated Retrievers located in Chatham, IL. Kingsbridge dogs are bred for health, temperament, structure, type, and beauty. They are friendly, easy to train and eager to learn. The dog is recognized as an FCR, can be competitive in the breed ring, and is structurally sound for the demands of an active daily life.

Q. & A. with Kathleen

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I love puppies and helping them develop into stable, happy, confident and healthy dogs. I like working with new puppy owners teaching them how to raise their puppies. I began breeding with my girl Tralee. She was a talented, happy, eager-to-please, and versatile dog.
  • What makes your program special?

    My goal is to breed beautiful, versatile and healthy dogs indicative of the breed standard. A Kingsbridge Flat-Coated Retriever makes a great family companion, a fun performance dog, and/or reliable hunting dog.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Kathleen

Kathleen 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 $625 non-refundable deposit and $1,875 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“All puppies are the same price regardless of gender, show, performance, hunting or companion.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kathleen 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 Kathleen 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 Kathleen directly.

Always communicate and pay on Good Dog.Learn more

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 fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Kathleen.

Google
Map data ©2025 Google
Map data ©2025 Google
  • Meet in Chatham, IL

    4511 miles away · Kathleen's location

More about Kathleen

  • Club memberships

    Kathleen is a member of Hunting Retriever Club, Flat-Coated Retriever Society of America, Flat-Coated Retriever Club of Illinois, Capitol Canine Training Club, and Capitol Canine Dog Sports.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Avidog Associate Breeder.

  • Kathleen has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Kathleen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Kathleen’s links

Kathleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Kingsbridge Flat-Coated Retrievers 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Kingsbridge Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-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.

  • 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), Gonioscopy

    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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • Genetic Diversity Test

    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).

Photos