Whistler's Farm

Margaret S.

Breeder of Gordon Setters

Luttrell, TN
Responds within a few days

Upcoming litters

Expected Gordon Setter litter

Due Feb. 2026

Ready Apr. 26

Meet the breeder

I'm Margaret S., the breeder behind Whistler's Farm located in Luttrell, TN. Our dogs are excellent hunting companions, we strive to continue providing the gentle(wo)man's hunting companion. Our goal is to breed a truly dual purpose Gordon that will excel in the field and in the show ring. Our reason behind breeding is the betterment and preservation of this amazing breed.

Q. & A. with Margaret

Why did you start breeding?
I got into Gordon Setters because we raise quail. We kept delivering birds to field trials and it got me interested in bird dogs. I wanted one with an off switch though. My dad had 4 Gordon's and I fell in love with them. They are considered a rare breed, and I have decided to breed because I am in LOVE with them and don't want them to go extinct.
What makes your program special?
We take pride in health testing our dogs, working them in the field and ring to truly showcase their versatility of a Gordon Setter. First and foremost, they must be a loyal family companion, talent comes second. When the show or hunting season is over, I want my dogs to be a wonderful companion in the home.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black and tan. 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.

Boy 1
Reserved
Male

Getting a puppy from Margaret

Margaret 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.

Margaret 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 6 weeks old.

“We match the needs of the buyer to the best puppy for them. We take into consideration temperament, drive, personality etc. We want the puppy you get to be the best match possible. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $1,000 non-refundable deposit and $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“This price includes AKC Registration, 2 sets of puppy shots, deworming, puppy socialization and bird intro to bobwhite quail. Deposit will be due once the litter is of age to determine personality and we confirm your interest.”

Contract & health guarantee

Margaret 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 Margaret 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 Margaret 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
  - 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
  - AKC registration
  - Initial potty training
  - Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Luttrell, TN

Other pick-up locations

Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport

Meet in Knoxville, TN

More about Margaret

Club memberships
Margaret is a member of NAVHDA, National Shoot to Retrieve, United Field Trialers Association, American Kennel Club, and Gordon Setter Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Judge.
Margaret has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Margaret was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Margaret’s links

Margaret is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Whistler's Farm 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

Nessie, mom
Gordon Setter
About Nessie
Nessie is a bold dog in the field with plenty of style and race. She is a natural retriever and marks a bird like a retriever. She is confident in her nose and to date has not had a non-producing point. If she points, there is a bird. She is excelling in AKC Hunt tests, field trials, NAVHDA, AKC Conformation (currently has 10 of 16 pts towards her CH at 14 months old) but she much rather prefers the field to the show ring. Her sire is an accomplished grouse dog. She is a lovely female with a very calm disposition in the house, she has a regal manner about her. She loves to be with her people and receive attention but is not obnoxious about having to be in your lap.
Smokey, dad
Gordon Setter
About Smokey
Smokey is a love bug in the house and a high drive dog in the field. He is biddable and friendly, extremely intelligent, a sense of humor and patience is required when handling him. He is a close to mid ranging dog that covers a lot of ground efficiently.
Rocky, dad
Gordon Setter
About Rocky
Gordon Glen Whistler's Flash JH aka Rocky is a close to mid-ranging personal hunting dog. He has been guiding hunts on a preserve where he has been called the "gentleman's dog for hunting". He has been competing and placing in local field trials as well as shoot to retrieve trials (UFTA style), as recently as Apr 3rd 2021. He placed 3rd out of 14 dogs in the Bird Hunter Division. He competed in a local shoot to retrieve trial in Feb 2021 and placed 3rd out of 24 dogs. He earned the first pass towards his AKC Senior Hunter in Feb 2021. and will be looking to finish his SH this season before moving on to MH. Rocky has earned his AKC Canine Good Citizen title and is currently working on becoming a therapy dog so that he can visit local hospitals. Rocky is a very biddable dog in training that is an old soul. He is happiest finding birds or laying at your feet. He is the embodiment of "they live to be cuddling at your feet or running in the field." He willingly retrieves to hand without being Force fetched and honors a back. He even received a 9/10 on his SH test for his back. Health testing has been completed and full reports will be made avail to the owners of potential bitches.

Parent health testing

Whistler's Farm 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 Gordon Setters.

Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), Hereditary Ataxia, Cerebellar Ataxia
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).