Owl Ranch GSP
- Virginia Beach, VA
- Responds within a few hours
Upcoming litters
Planned German Shorthaired Pointer litter
Due Mar. 2026
Ready May 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Ruth S., the breeder behind Owl Ranch GSP located in Virginia Beach, VA. We are a small, dedicated kennel located in Eastern Virginia, proudly breeding and raising German Shorthaired Pointers. Owl Ranch is built on a passion for the breed’s versatility, drive, and companionship, designed to honor the GSP’s purpose while producing healthy, well-rounded dogs.
Q. & A. with Ruth
Why did you start breeding?
I began breeding out of a passion for German Shorthaired Pointers and a desire to preserve the health, temperament, and versatility of the breed. With my veterinary background, I wanted to combine knowledge and care to raise dogs that excel as companions, hunting partners, and competitors while upholding the highest standards.What makes your program special?
My program focuses on breeding German Shorthaired Pointers with sound health, proven working ability, and stable temperaments. Every dog is fully health tested, and puppies are raised with early neurological stimulation, socialization, and exposure to real-life experiences—preparing them to succeed as hunters, competitors, and beloved family companions.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include liver roan, liver and white, black, black and white, liver, and black roan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Ruth
Ruth 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 $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“From fully health-tested parents, our puppies are raised with early socialization to grow into healthy, confident dogs who are ready to excel as family companions, hunters, or sport partners. A $100 non-refundable deposit reserves your spot on our waiting list. A $400 deposit is required within 48 hours of birth to secure a puppy in the litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ruth 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 Ruth 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 Ruth 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
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ruth.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Virginia Beach, VA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Norfolk Airport
Meet in Norfolk, VA
More about Ruth
Club memberships
Ruth is a member of German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Licensed Veterinary Technician, Professional Groomer.
Ruth has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months
Ruth was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Ruth is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Owl Ranch GSP 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
Litter and program updates
Ruth S.
Litter update on 22 Nov. •Bath time with Benelli!
Kid and Benelli's litter
Ruth S.
Litter update on 25 Oct. •…Update: ✨ Breeding Update! ✨ We have an exciting change to announce — our planned breeding is officially on the books for January 2026! This pairing will be between OWL RANCH BENELLI “Benelli” and DOBBEY VOM CEDAR VALLEY “Kid.” Puppies are expected to arrive March 2026 and go home May 2026. This match combines exceptional health, temperament, and versatility — both parents have full OFA clearances and proven performance ability. If you’re interested in joining our waitlist or learning more about this upcoming litter, please complete our Puppy Inquiry Form through our website: 🌐 owlranchgsp.com
Kid and Benelli's litter
Ruth S.
Litter update on 01 Oct. •Everyone here at Owl Ranch is eagerly awaiting this pairing in October 2026! Stay tuned!
Kid and Benelli's litter
Parent dogs
Benelli, mom
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Benelli
Benelli is a female German Shorthaired Pointer over 1 year old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ruth decided to make her part of their program. Ruth 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.
Good health testing
Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), +5 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Owl Ranch GSP 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.
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, 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).
