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Whistler's Farm
- Luttrell, TN
- Responds within a few days
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 dual bred 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.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
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 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 $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes AKC Registration, 2 sets of puppy shots, deworming, puppy socialization and bird intro to bobwhite quail. ”
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
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 Margaret.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Luttrell, TN
4453 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport
4481 miles away
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Meet in Knoxville, TN
4471 miles away
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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.
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 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) and focusing on wild birds for the 2022/2023 season. Her sire is an accomplished grouse dog, which we don't have the same opportunity in Eastern NC, but we do have woodcock. 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.
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.
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).
