True North Kennels
Meet the breeder
I'm Katie & Chuck K., the breeder behind True North Kennels located in Ada, MI. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with a healthy, family companion/hunting partner that has a wonderful disposition. We pay great attention to breeding superlative hunting dogs. We also pay close attention to their health and temperament. Our intent is to always better this breed.
Q. & A. with Katie & Chuck
Why did you start breeding?
We were raising a service dog who was accepted into the breeding program. We were asked if we would like to continue to host her and whelp her pups. We had a lot of guidance in the whole process. We found that we really enjoy having the little hooligans around! We have had one litter of Pudelpointers and now have about 40 people on our waiting list.What makes your program special?
Because of our work with service dogs, we incorporate many socialization opportunities to our puppies. If we have done our homework picking a stud, the hunting will be bred into the pups. We strive to make sure that our puppy owners are getting a solid, sturdy family companion too. We introduce the pups to walks in the woods, water, and many new opportunities to grow their confidence.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Katie & Chuck
Katie & Chuck has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
“The price includes: tail docking and dew claw removal. Additionally, deworming, appropriate vaccinations, microchipping and NAVHDA registration are completed prior to leaving our care. . A deposit will only be due when we have matched the right puppy with the right buyer. Our puppies are all the same price regardless of sex or color.”
Contract & health guarantee
Katie & Chuck 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 Katie & Chuck 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 Katie & Chuck 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 Katie & Chuck.
Breeder's location
Meet in Ada, MI
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gerald R. Ford Airport
More about Katie & Chuck
Club memberships
Katie & Chuck is a member of North American Pudelpointer Society (NAPS).
Katie & Chuck has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Katie & Chuck was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Katie & Chuck’s links
Katie & Chuck is a trusted Good Dog breeder
True North Kennels 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 health testing
Excellent level
True North Kennels 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 Pudelpointers.
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.
