Mountain Star Kennels
- Shelton, WA
- Responds within a few hours
Meet the breeder
I'm Harvey H., the breeder behind Mountain Star Kennels located in Shelton, WA. Due to age and health we are closing down Mountain Star Kennels. We would like to thank all our friends and puppy buyers. It's been a fun 40 year run but all good things come to an end. We have 4 IRWS adult dogs we would like to place in loving forever homes. We have 2 3+ year old girls who would be eligible for a breeding home but a pet home would be fine. We also have 2 a male and female older dogs 10 and 11 both very healthy and active who would love to spend there old age with a loving family. All homes will be carefully vetted.
Q. & A. with Harvey
Why did you start breeding?
Labs were our first love, and we have owned Labs for over thirty years. Our first pure Lab came to us at a time when our younger son was engaged in 4-H, and she launched us into the world of training and eventually breeding this wonderful breed.What makes your program special?
All labs are bred to hunt; some have greater drive and more intensity than others. We have endeavored to keep our dogs within the accepted AKC Show Standard and keep a strong hunting drive. Our dog's temperament tends to be much mellower than those that are bred strictly for hunting.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Harvey
Harvey 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 between $1,400 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“NO PUPPIES AVAILABLE BUT WE ARE GOING OUT OF BUSINESS AND HAVE SOME ADULT DOGS TO REHOME.”
Contract & health guarantee
Harvey 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 Harvey 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 Harvey 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Harvey.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Shelton, WA
5124 miles away
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More about Harvey
Club memberships
Harvey is a member of Ranier Sporting Dog Club, Puget Sound Labrador Retreiver Club, and AKC.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Harvey has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Harvey was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Harvey’s links
Harvey is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mountain Star Kennels 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Mountain Star Kennels 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 Red and White Setters.
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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).
