Motley Acres Farm
- New Bethlehem, PA
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Barbara L., the breeder behind Motley Acres Farm located in New Bethlehem, PA. We DNA health test from Wisdom Panel for their full screening. Every dog must pass and be 100% clear of all genetic disorders. We OFA and every dog must pass their hips, elbows and thyroid in order to be bred here at Motley acres Farm. some of the best are sent to the show ring and titled with AKC.
Q. & A. with Barbara
Why did you start breeding?
I wanted my first Irish setter to have a liter of puppies. I wanted a daughter of her because Pretty Penny was such a well behaved setter. So I found a nice male to breed her to and kept a female pup. Once I advertised them, people were taking two puppies at a time. I knew there was something to this breed.What makes your program special?
Our puppies are very well socialized, they have a one year health guarantee, vaccinated, vet checked, micro-chipped. The parents all have their health testing and their CHIC number. some are AKC CH and IABCA CH parents.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are mahogany. 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.
Kathleen
Went homeFemale
Kelly
Went homeFemale
Charlie
Went homeMale
Pending Hunter
Went homeMale
Flint
Went homeMale
Finnigan
Went homeMale
Murphy
Went homeMale
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
Puppy prices include a $300 non-refundable deposit and between $2,200 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes everything we offer. You can place your non-refundable deposit here on gooddog.”
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.
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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
- 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
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Barbara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in New Bethlehem, PA
4052 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Pittsburgh Airport
4111 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Barbara can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Barbara
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified.
Barbara has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 months
Barbara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Barbara’s links
Barbara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Motley Acres Farm 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
Lucky, dad
Irish Setter
About Lucky
Lucky is very sweet natured boy that loves attention. His parents were both imported from Hungary. His full brother titled with AKC.
Good health testing
Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA), Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA).Matt Dillon, dad
Irish Setter
About Matt Dillon
Matt Dillon is a very big & tall, happy, very sweet dog. He was titled by two Jr handlers.
Excellent health testing
PRA, Irish Setter Type, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.Quinn, mom
Irish Setter
About Quinn
Quinn was bred and born here at Motley Acres Farm. She is a wonderful house pet that loves her belly rubs. I regret not showing her. she would have titled fast. Her last litter is here and ready to go home. she will be spayed Oct. 3, 2025.
Excellent health testing
PRA, Irish Setter Type, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.Bailey, mom
Irish Setter
About Bailey
Bailey was bred and born here at Motley Acres Farm. she is a very sweet girl that loves to show. She titled under only 11 judges.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Motley Acres Farm 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 Irish Setters.
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 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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Vet Wellness Exam
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.
DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Irish Setter 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).
