I'm Antoinette M., the breeder behind Le Blanc’ English Goldens and Shepherds LLC located in Selden, NY. We breed high-quality puppies. We love what we do and are committed to producing well-bred, healthy puppies for loving homes. We have developed several protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all of our dogs.
Q. & A. with Antoinette
Why did you start breeding?
Ann believes it’s her obligation to protect all her puppies, as well as aiding in the process of raising a new family member. The litters are created by her expert selection of Dams and Sires, whom go through extensive testing to be chosen for breeding. Taking into consideration the various combinations of genetics, bone structure, intelligence, temperament and disposition striving for excellence.
What makes your program special?
Our mission is to produce intelligent and healthy English Golden Retrievers and European German Shepherds that have had proper testing before breeding. We have combined years of experience training different breeds for obedience, therapy, and other services.
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our German Shepherd puppies include stock, long, and plush coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our German Shepherd puppies include black, black and silver, black and tan, bi-color, and black and red. Golden Retriever puppies include golden and light golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Red collar
Went home
Female
Teal collar
Went home
Female
Pink collar
Went home
Female
Beige collar
Went home
Female
Green collar
Went home
Female
Black collar
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Zo zo
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Antoinette
Antoinette 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 $2,100 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Pricing includes first round of vaccinations, deworming, socialization, and obedience training. Puppy Deposit: a nonrefundable deposit of $500 will hold your place in line (puppies are chosen between 5 and 6 weeks) until time of pick up at 8 weeks of age with the remaining payment due at that time.
10% discount on prepaid puppies.”
Contract & health guarantee
Antoinette 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 Antoinette 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 Antoinette directly.
Le Blanc’ English Goldens and Shepherds LLC 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
Gaia, mom
German Shepherd
About Gaia
Gaia is a female German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Antoinette decided to make her part of their program. Antoinette 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.
Maximus, dad
German Shepherd
About Maximus
Maximus is a male German Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Antoinette decided to make him part of their program. Antoinette 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
German Shepherd
Golden Retriever
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Le Blanc’ English Goldens and Shepherds LLC 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 Shepherds.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.
Temperament Test
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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Antoinette to bring home their puppies.
JT
Janine T.
Verified owner · June 2023
Cooper is one of the most mild mannered, loving and affectionate puppies I've ever owned. We can tell that he was brought up with a great breeder.