Waidman IRWS
- Escalon, CA
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Planned Irish Red and White Setter litter
Due Mar. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Christina P., the breeder behind Waidman IRWS located in Escalon, CA. We are dedicated hobby breeders, we have been breeding Setters for 40 years, we are committed to breeding Irish Red and White Setters with strong working abilities. We strive to do our best in making them reliable hunting partners with great work ethic We do not maintain a kennel setting, everyone lives with us as a member of the family. We have been involved with the breed since 1996, members of Parent and Breed Clubs, serving on committees that are important to the breed.
Q. & A. with Christina
Why did you start breeding?
After spending years learning from mentors and of course, having top quality dogs, it came naturally to take the net step and breed.What makes your program special?
We have 9 generations of Champions. To us, breeding is a dedication to preserve and to improve this breed. It is a life commitment and passion. Our dogs are what make it special.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are red and white. 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.
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Jyn
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Christina
Christina 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
“we support our owner 24/7/365. We stand behind every pup we produce !! We accept deposits after the pups are born.”
Contract & health guarantee
Christina 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 Christina 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 Christina directly.
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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Christina.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Escalon, CA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento
Meet in Reno, NV
More about Christina
Club memberships
Christina is a member of Gold Country Irish Red and White Setter Society and Irish Red and White Setter Association.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Puppy Culture Breeder.
Christina has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Christina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Christina is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Waidman IRWS 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
Billie, mom
Irish Red and White Setter
About Billie
Billie is a female Irish Red and White Setter almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Christina decided to make her part of their program. Christina 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.
Tony, dad
Irish Red and White Setter
About Tony
Tony is a male Irish Red and White Setter. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Christina decided to make him part of their program. Christina 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
Great level
Waidman IRWS 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 Irish Red and White 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.
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), Brucellosis
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.
Full Embark Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Genetic Diversity Test, Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency, Type I, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).
