Whispering Oak Chesapeakes
Meet the breeder
I'm Karen B., the breeder behind Whispering Oak Chesapeakes located in North Port, FL. Our goal as a Hobby Breeder is producing a versatile, well-rounded dog that will excel in the field, show ring, and importantly as a member of the family. Having litters once every 2-3 years, we are dedicated to the health and well-being of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. We follow the American Chesapeake Club's code of ethics.
Q. & A. with Karen
Why did you start breeding?
We had our first litter in 2000, breeding our first two Chessies. We enjoyed teaching people about the breed and watching these young dogs become loving members of families. We got active in conformation and decided to also try our hand at Hunt tests. Meeting others in our breed encouraged us to have another litter, trying to give our selves and others something back to the breed.What makes your program special?
We don't breed often, once every two years is about the average. We now are close to retirement and have added Alicia and Rob Patterson to our Whispering Oak Family, they will continue with our name when we no longer are breeding. Our puppies are raised in our home, most go to companion or hunting homes, a few to performance homes. We stand behind our breeding program, health testing our dogs, and making sure the studs we use have also had the necessary health clearances so that genetic diseases known in our breed are not passed onto our puppies. Our dogs are bred to be sound in body and temperament, living up to the standard of our breed.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include deadgrass, brown, and sedge. 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 homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 7
Went homeFemale
Girl 8
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Karen
Karen 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
Puppy prices include a $600 non-refundable deposit and between $1,400 - $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This includes AKC registration, deworming, first set of puppy vaccinations, microchip, and health certificate signed by a licensed Florida veterinarian. 1.Puppy deposit is $500. Due when pregnancy is confirmed. This is refundable only if there are no puppies available for the Buyer born from the litter listed on this reservation form. 2.Buyer agrees and understands that the puppy is not available to take home until age of 8 weeks. 3.If the Buyer decided for whatever reason to buy a puppy elsewhere, the deposit is Nonrefundable. 4.If we do not feel we have a puppy suitable for your #1 main reason, we will refund your deposit or you can choose to apply your deposit to a later/different litter. 5.All puppies purchased for companion will only be given a Limited AKC registration status. This status can be changed only with the approval of the breeder. 6. Payment arrangements can be made and the balance is due when the puppy goes home at age of 8 weeks.”
Contract & health guarantee
Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in North Port, FL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Punta Gorda Airport
More about Karen
Club memberships
Karen is a member of Chesapeake Bay Retriever Relief and Rescue and American Chesapeake Club.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Karen has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Whispering Oak Chesapeakes 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
Nokosi, dad
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Nokosi
Nokosi is a male Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Karen decided to make him part of their program. Karen 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.
Chance, dad
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Chance
Chance is a male Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Karen decided to make him part of their program. Karen 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.
Josie, mom
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
About Josie
Dark brown in color with no white markings. Correct course, dense coat. Loves to retrieve, great temperament. Nice angles and moves smoothly
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Whispering Oak Chesapeakes 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 Chesapeake Bay 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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, DNA Profile, Ectodermal Dysplasia, Chesapeake Bay Retriever Type, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 3 (PRA-crd3)
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).
