I'm April S., the breeder behind Weathervane Flat-Coated Retrievers located in Lancaster, PA. I breed multi-purpose Flat-Coats with temperament and health being the major criteria.
Q. & A. with April
What makes your program special?
I am an active member of my national and local breed clubs. I am looking to produce dogs of sound temperament and health that will continue to better this amazing breed.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include liver and black. 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 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from April
April 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 April to learn more details about pricing.
“Deposit are non-refundable unless I can not provide you with a puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
April 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 April 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 April directly.
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
Food & treats
Registration
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from April.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lancaster, PA
3975 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Philadelphia Airport
3941 miles away
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More about April
Club memberships
April is a member of MId-Atlantic Flat-Coated Retriever Club, Conwingo HRC Club, Capital Region Flat-Coated Retriever Club, Lancaster Kennel Club, Keystone Retriever Club, and Flat-Coated Retriever Society of America.
April has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
April was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
April is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Weathervane Flat-Coated Retrievers 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
Snowy, mom
Flat-Coated Retriever
About Snowy
Snowy is definetly a mama's girl. She wants to be with me, doing things with me or just sitting with me. She loves to be petted and loves to give kisses. She is the typical Flat-Coated Retriever in that her tail never stop wagging. Snowy plays at all the fun sports, Agility, fast cat, obedience and field.
Cyclone, dad
Flat-Coated Retriever
About Cyclone
Cy is a well bone, well proportioned dog. Very sweet and easy going personality and sometimes can be a snuggle lap dog. Gets along well with other dogs. He plays at obedience, agility and his favorite sports are fast cat and field.
Windy, mom
Flat-Coated Retriever
About Windy
Windy is a female Flat-Coated Retriever about 10 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, April decided to make her part of their program. April 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Weathervane Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
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).