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Stargazer Kennel
- Victor, MT
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Darlene J., the breeder behind Stargazer Kennel located in Victor, MT. We pride ourselves in the fact that we test every breeding pair for inheritable diseases. We want to be sure that we never produce a heartache for our puppy buyers, nor a miserable existence for the pup. Our dogs are our family first.
Q. & A. with Darlene
What makes your program special?
All puppies are born in our house and kept there until they go to their new homes. This allows each puppy to have individual attention, as well as get used to all sights and sounds that are involved in the house. We have a large yard that, when weather permits, they go out and enjoy the sunshine and companionship of older dogs. We also give them plenty of toys as this encourages them to use their natural instincts for retrieval.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include buff and black and tan. 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.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Darlene
Darlene 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 between $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Including AKC pre-paid registration, puppy pack, vaccines, and socialization. deposit is due when the puppies are born.”
Contract & health guarantee
Darlene 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 Darlene 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 Darlene 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Darlene.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Victor, MT
4945 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Missoula Montana Airport (was Missoula Airport)
4915 miles away
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Meet in Spokane, WA
4960 miles away
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More about Darlene
Club memberships
Darlene is a member of The American Spaniel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
produced over 40 champions , Member of American Spaniel Club , AKC Breeder of Merit.
Darlene has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Darlene was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Darlene is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Stargazer Kennel 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
Mika, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Mika
Mika is a female Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darlene decided to make her part of their program. Darlene 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.
Sanza, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Sanza
Sanza is a female Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darlene decided to make her part of their program. Darlene 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.
Braun, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Braun
Braun is a male Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Darlene decided to make him part of their program. Darlene 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.
Excellent health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.
CC, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About CC
Cc is super sweet loves everybody and especially loves her toys
Excellent health testing
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Echo, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Echo
Echo is a female Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darlene decided to make her part of their program. Darlene 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.
Echo, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Echo
Echo is a female Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darlene decided to make her part of their program. Darlene 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.
Jacob, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Jacob
Jacob is a male Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Darlene decided to make him part of their program. Darlene 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.
Goldie, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Goldie
Goldie is a female Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Darlene decided to make her part of their program. Darlene 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.
Romeo, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Romeo
Romeo is a male Cocker Spaniel almost 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Darlene decided to make him part of their program. Darlene 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Stargazer Kennel 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 Cocker Spaniels.
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.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Full Embark Panel, DNA Profile, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing
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).
