Urban Uplander English Setters

Melinda B.

Breeder of English Setters

Indianapolis, IN ·
Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Melinda B., the breeder behind Urban Uplander English Setters located in Indianapolis, IN. We are a hobby kennel dedicated to the training, breeding, preservation, and overall health of well-being of the ES. Our dogs are wonderful family companions and fantastic hunters in the field. We preserve our dogs' hardwire genetic hunting capabilities by participating in upland performance sports.

Q. & A. with Melinda

Why did you start breeding?
We love this breed! Our dogs have brought us so much love and happiness that we decided to start our own responsible breeding program by producing the highest quality dogs and providing them with a wonderful life with wonderful families. Our beautiful pups are sure to make loving companions in the hunting fields and the home for your family for many years to come!
What makes your program special?
Urban Uplander strives to be an ethical breeder. In order to breed the best dogs possible, we must first provide DNA Genetic Tests, OFA-CHIC Health Tests, prove dogs through titling, find suitable sires/dams that compliment the temperament and workability of mate dogs, and have wonderful and serious owners committed to future pups.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include orange belton, blue belton and tan (tri-color), and blue belton. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Pinot
Reserved
Male
Zinfandel
Reserved
Male
Chardonnay
Reserved
Male
Cabernet
Reserved
Male
Merlot
Reserved
Male

Getting a puppy from Melinda

Melinda 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.

Melinda partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 10 weeks old.

“To ensure every puppy is matched with the home where they are most likely to thrive, we do not assign puppies until all evaluations have been completed. This includes temperament testing, structural evaluations, and each puppy's introduction to birds. These assessments allow us to make informed placement decisions based on the individual puppy's personality, physical development, and natural instincts rather than on color, markings, or birth order. Our goal is to create lifelong partnerships by matching the right puppy with the right family.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and $2,663 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The listed price reflects the puppy's full purchase price. A $500 deposit is required to reserve your spot and is applied toward the final purchase price at pickup. A **non-refundable deposit** is required to reserve a puppy, ensuring quality care and thoughtful placements. Deposits may be transferred to a future litter at our discretion. Contact us with any questions!”

Contract & health guarantee

Melinda 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 Melinda 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 Melinda 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
  - Socialized with other animals
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming
  - Microchip
  - Vet records
- Extras
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - AKC registration
  - Basic obedience & manners
  - Food & treats
  - Registration
  - Initial potty training
  - Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Indianapolis, IN

4365 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Indianapolis Airport

4381 miles away

Flexible meeting point

Melinda can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Melinda

Club memberships
Melinda is a member of Indianapolis Obedience Training Club, United Kennel Club, Amo Conservation Bird Dog Club, Hoosier Hills NAVHDA, American Field Dog Stud Book, English Setter Association of America, North America Versatile Hunting Dog Association, and America Kennel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Dog Sport Handler, Certified Dog Trainer, American Kennel Club Canine College.
Melinda has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Melinda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Melinda’s links

Melinda is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Urban Uplander English Setters 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

Litter and program updates

Melinda B.
Litter update on 23 June •
It's official!!
Mango and Unice's litter
Melinda B.
Program update on 08 May •
Unice is officially in heat. Let the progesterone testing begin! She will see her reproductive vet on Monday to draw blood for a baseline of her progesterone numbers.
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Parent dogs

Unice, mom
English Setter
About Unice
Unice is the epitome of versatility and grace — a true modern English Setter who seamlessly blends beauty, brains, and bird sense. Bred by Monimar English Setters and proudly owned, trained, and handled by Urban Uplander, Unice has excelled across multiple venues at an impressively young age. Earning her AKC Champion (CH) title with ease, Unice showcases the correct structure, balance, and flowing movement that define the breed standard. Beyond the show ring, she embodies the athleticism and instinct of a working gun dog, holding titles in Junior Hunter (JH), Coursing Ability (CA), and Barn Hunt Novice (RATN), as well as Fast CAT (BCAT) and AKC Fit Dog Bronze (FITB) achievements. Unice’s Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and Trick Dog Novice (TKN) titles speak to her steady temperament and eagerness to learn, while her calm confidence and social nature make her a joy to live and work with. As the foundation for Urban Uplander English Setters, Unice represents the program’s core philosophy: preserving the breed’s versatility through sound structure, health, and instinct, a dog equally capable of turning heads in the show ring and working birds in the field.
Good health testing
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA).

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Urban Uplander English Setters 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 English Setters.

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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Dentition, Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).