Wildhorse Kennel
Meet the breeder
I'm Nora T., the breeder behind Wildhorse Kennel located in Bailey, CO. Multi generation health tested chessies of longlived working stock ,soft mouth strong retrieve. Correct coat & structure,stable adaptable willing. Compete in show, performance to Elite Performer trick. Older Wyndham show/hunting lines in them and breed true to that type.
Q. & A. with Nora
Why did you start breeding?
Bumped across the Chessies when training problem dogs, brought a male deemed untrainable by trainers. So I bought his equally wrecked sister in 1984 . I bred her and kept her one surviving offspring after she put herself in harms way to save her handler . Her pup worked for me 13 years. All my existing dogs are kin to her through her sire. I fell in love with the Chessie and never looked back.What makes your program special?
I breed for trainability willingness adaptability with a strong work ethic. Suitability to be assistance dogs as well as lovely hunting/home companions .I raise the pups to encourage these traits .I select for longevity and health to have a long working life. They meet breed standards in looks type & coat. Many of the chessies of this lineage have saved many lives over the decades .What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include dark deadgrass, light deadgrass, light brown, and sedge. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Nora
Nora 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
Contract & health guarantee
Nora 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 Nora 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 Nora 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nora.
Breeder's location
Meet in Bailey, CO
Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Nora can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Nora
Club memberships
Nora is a member of Crow Hill Vet Paws For Health Fit Dog Club, Southern Colorado Kennel Club, Chesapeake Bay Retriever Club of Canada , AKC, and American Chesapeake Club.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Judge, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, CHIC Certified, American Kennel Club Canine College, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Nora has been a member of Good Dog for 10 months
Nora was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Nora is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Wildhorse Kennel 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 health testing
Excellent level
Wildhorse Kennel 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)
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).
