Twin Gabels GSPs
Meet the breeder
I'm Susan M., the breeder behind Twin Gabels GSPs located in Richmond, VA. I breed with my sister, Joan, to produce healthy GSPs with great temperaments and sound structures. We grew up with GSPs that lived with our family and were hunting companions. We're passionate about raising versatile GSPs that can do just about anything, but most importantly are great family pets.
Q. & A. with Susan
Why did you start breeding?
We were fortunate to get linked up with wonderful breeders/mentors who fueled our love of the breed and desire to more actively pursue performance events with my GSPs. Ultimately, with their advice and support, our breeding program began with the view to preserving and bettering the breed. Our breeding program focuses on maintaining the unique characteristics specific to GSPs while striving to produce puppies of superior health, structure, and temperament.What makes your program special?
We take responsible breeding very seriously. As breeders, we are stewards of the future of the German Shorthaired Pointer, so we are careful to always maintain ethical breeding practices. This includes proper health testing, intentional breeding for specific traits, and raising our puppies with proper socialization.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Susan
Susan 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
Connect with Susan to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Richmond, VA
4133 miles away
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More about Susan
Club memberships
Susan is a member of Mason-Dixon German Shorthaired Pointer Club, Richmond Dog Obedience Club, and German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Susan has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Susan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Susan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Twin Gabels GSPs 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
Lola, mom
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Lola
Liver and white, patched and ticked
Good health testing
Animal Genetics Panel.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Twin Gabels GSPs 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.
Cone Degeneration, German Shorthaired Pointer Type, Cone Degeneration, German Shepherd Dog Type, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Cone Degeneration
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).
