Le Blanc’ English Goldens and Shepherds LLC

Antoinette M.

Breeder of German Shepherds and Golden Retrievers

  • Selden, NY

Meet the breeder

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.

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.

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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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Antoinette.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Selden, NY

265 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at John F. Kennedy Airport (was New York Airport)

225 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Antoinette can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Antoinette

  • Antoinette has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Antoinette was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Antoinette’s links

Antoinette is a trusted Good Dog breeder

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

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 Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 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.

  • Animal Genetics Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)

    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.

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