Marshall's Shorthairs
Meet the breeder
I'm Erica & Paul H., the breeder behind Marshall's Shorthairs located in Kalamazoo, MI. We offer top-quality puppies with a focus on temperament, breed standards, conformation, health, and versatility. Our puppies are lovingly raised in our home with the goal to be wonderful addition to yours! We truly love our dogs and what we do. Passion drives every aspect of our breeding program.
Q. & A. with Erica & Paul
Why did you start breeding?
My dad brought home our first Shorthair, Sadie, in 1994 and we haven't looked back since! She became the matriarch, the first of many who could truly do it all. Sadie set the standard that we strive to maintain and build upon with our puppies. If you are looking for the perfect companion or hunting partner, look no further! We fell in love with this extraordinary breed over twenty-five years ago, and that love fuels a purpose that continues still today.What makes your program special?
Marshall's Shorthairs is a premier breeder of versatile German Shorthaired Pointers. Our focus on every aspect of the breed is what brings our program to the front of the pack. Our dogs are healthy both mentally and physically prior to breeding to ensure quality puppies. We strive to maintain and improve upon the unique qualities that this versatile breed has to offer. Our commitment is to provide you with a professional and personable puppy-buying experience; which includes always having responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and finding homes for our puppies.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Gucci
Went homeMale
Armani
Went homeMale
Dior
Went homeMale
Versace
Went homeFemale
Chanel
Went homeFemale
Vera
Went homeFemale
Prada
Went homeFemale
Adam
Went homeMale
Eve
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Erica & Paul
Erica & Paul 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
"AKC/NAVHDA Reg, tails docked & dewclaws removed, deworming and vaccinations, veterinary exams, health guarantee, microchipping, go home puppy pack with lots of accoutrements. Non-refundable deposit reserves your puppy and any potential preferences if applicable. It is fully refundable if we don't have a puppy for you."
Contract & health guarantee
Erica & Paul 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 Erica & Paul 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 Erica & Paul 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
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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Initial potty training
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Erica & Paul.
Breeder's location
Meet in Kalamazoo, MI
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
Meet in Detroit, MI
More about Erica & Paul
Club memberships
Erica & Paul is a member of NAVHDA Michigan Chapter, German Shorthair Pointer Club of Michigan, Kalamazoo Kennel Club, North American Versatile Hunting Dogs, and German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
KKC Obedience and Rally Chair, CHIC Certified.
Erica & Paul has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Erica & Paul was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Erica & Paul is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Marshall's Shorthairs 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
Cora, mom
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Cora
She is a firecracker and has demonstrated a very high level of intelligence from the beginning. She is sweet, very friendly, outgoing, and always eager to please. Cora has exceled in all areas from obedience and rally to water and field work in both AKC and NAVHDA. We are proud of everything this diva dog has accomplished so far and cant wait to see what the next generation holds.
Excellent health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +3 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Marshall's Shorthairs 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 Shorthaired Pointers.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Brucellosis
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.
Cone Degeneration, German Shorthaired Pointer Type
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).
