Sunstar Kennel

Nancy D.

Breeder of Boykin Spaniels

  • Moore, SC
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Meet the breeder

I'm Nancy D., the breeder behind Sunstar Kennel located in Moore, SC. We decided to start a responsible, in-home breeding program in order to produce quality hunting dogs that also fit into a home setting. We focus on breeding dogs that have the drive to keep up with our lifestyle, but also have amazing temperaments and can quickly adapt to a calm family setting.

Q. & A. with Nancy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Originally bred Labrador Retrievers over 25 years. Fell in love with the LBD at the Southeastern Wildlife Expo in Charleston, SC . First pup, Scarlett, started the kennel.
  • What makes your program special?

    Sunstar Kennel is a Silver Level designated breeder with the Boykin Spaniel Society. The Society of breeders adhere to a strictly enforced health clearance standard and evaluates breeders regularly. As a Silver Level breeder both sides of the breeding program must be health certified and members of the BSS.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Nancy

Nancy 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 refundable deposit and $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price is different for the Labrador Retrievers and the Boykin Spaniel pups. However, amount includes, dew claws removed. Tails docked(Boykin) 1st shots. Worming at all week intervals and socializing, water intro and retrieving first stage. Early Neurological Stimulation Program(ENS). Deposit holds your choice of pup in order deposit is received and confirmed.”

Contract & health guarantee

Nancy 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 Nancy 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 Nancy 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
      • Car rides
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nancy.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Moore, SC

4449 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Greenville–Spartanburg Airport (Roger Milliken Field)

4455 miles away

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More about Nancy

  • Club memberships

    Nancy is a member of Cherokee Foothills Hunter Retriever Club and Boykin Spaniel Society(BSS), American Kennel Club(AKC), United Kennel Club(UKC).

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Nancy has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Nancy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Nancy’s links

Nancy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Sunstar 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

All breeds

Boykin Spaniel

Labrador Retriever

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Sunstar 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 Boykin 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.

  • 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.

  • Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), 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).

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