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Paladen Pointers & German Shorthaired Pointers
Meet the breeder
I'm Karen D., the breeder behind Paladen Pointers & German Shorthaired Pointers located in Riverside, CA. Our puppies are always home-raised with a variety of positive experiences in preparation for new homes. Bred by a former professional service dog trainer, they receive the benefits of early guidance, play activities, and temperament testing to match them to the individual needs of their new homes.
Q. & A. with Karen
Why did you start breeding?
We strive to preserve these classic sporting breeds, which were the foundation for many other hunting breeds centuries ago. Our breeding program focuses on maintaining the unique characteristics, while producing puppies of correct structure and temperament. We breed to both help ensure the future of the breed and to improve upon our dogs' finest qualities with each generation.What makes your program special?
Our home-raised puppies, being bred by a former professional service dog trainer, go home well-prepared for new families with a complete 'Puppy Packet' and the benefit of life-time advice and support. Mentorship is offered to serious admirers of the breeds who would like to learn to compete. Only completely healthy, correct representations of the breed standards are used in our breeding program.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Pointer puppies include liver and white, lemon and white, orange and white, and black and white. German Shorthaired Pointer puppies are liver and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Karen
Karen 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 $1,700 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This includes and age-appropriate health care, a 'Puppy Packet' containing training/raising information, toys, treats, chewies, food, collar/leash, I.D. tag, and a pre-paid microchip. No deposits are needed, but my Placement Questionnaire and follow-up personal phone conversation is required for approval. I prefer to allow buyers to change their minds should their circumstances change, rather than be obligated by a deposit. There are many scammers taking deposits on non-existent puppies!”
Contract & health guarantee
Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Riverside, CA
2224 miles away
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More about Karen
Club memberships
Karen is a member of German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Riverside County, German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America, German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Orange County, Southern Pointer Club (UK), The Pointer Club (UK), and American Pointer Club.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder of Merit.
Karen has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Paladen Pointers & German Shorthaired Pointers 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
Freya, mom
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Freya
Freya is a female German Shorthaired Pointer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen 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
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pointer
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Paladen Pointers & German Shorthaired Pointers 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.
Lupoid Dermatosis (LD), 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).
