Next Generation
- Chatfield, MN
- Responds within a few hours
Upcoming litters
Expected Portuguese Water Dog litter
Due Apr. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Adam L., the breeder behind Next Generation located in Chatfield, MN. Our dogs are family-raised and bred for versatility, ability, and drive. They are very trainable and make excellent hunters! We breed each litter of puppies with the goal of superior temperament, health, conformation, movement, and the natural ability and drive. We take great pride in our dogs, and they produce outstanding puppies.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Adam
Adam 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.
Adam partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.
Price
Contract & health guarantee
Adam 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 Adam 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 Adam 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Adam.
Breeder's location
Meet in Chatfield, MN
831 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport
902 miles away
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More about Adam
Adam has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Adam was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Adam’s links
Adam is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Next Generation 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
All breeds
Portuguese Water Dog
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Betty, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Betty
Betty is a super sweet and playful dog. She loves kids and family time. Nothing rains on her parade, she’s always in a happy mood. Betty finished he AKC show championship quickly.
Darby, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Darby
Darby is a well rounded female. She is both great in the field and as a companion in the home.
Trek, dad
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Trek
Trek is a wonderful dog and is taking after both his parents. His sire is the top winning Chesapeake in Breed history, won the Chesapeake National Specialty in 2024 and won Best Of Breed At Westminster Kennel Club 2 years in a row. His Dam won the Chesapeake National Specialty in 2023 and Best Of Breed at Westminster Kennel Club in 2021, she is also an All Breed Best In Show Winner. Trek was Reserve Winners dog as a puppy at the Chesapeake National Specialty and currently has his AKC Senior Hunter Title and working on his Master Title.
Cota, dad
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Cota
Cota is one of those once in a lifetime dogs. He is the top winning Chesapeake in Breed History. He has an amazing temperament and is passing down his good looks, temperament and trainability to his kids
Koa, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Koa
Koa is a very sweet girl. She has a wonderful personality and has had a successful show career in very limited showings.
Indeed, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Indeed
Indeed is a female Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Adam decided to make her part of their program. Adam 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.
Next GenerationsFortis Fortuna Adiuvat, dad
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Next GenerationsFortis Fortuna Adiuvat
Next GenerationsFortis Fortuna Adiuvat is a male Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Adam decided to make him part of their program. Adam 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.
Ivy, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Ivy
Ivy is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Adam decided to make her part of their program. Adam 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.
Wally, dad
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Wally
Wally is a male Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Adam decided to make him part of their program. Adam 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.
Bella, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Bella
Bella is a female Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Adam decided to make her part of their program. Adam 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
Excellent level
Next Generation 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 Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)
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).
