Aleutian Islander Chesapeakes

Raised by Carlin E.

Certified Breeder of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Aleutian Islander Chesapeakes located in Dutch Harbor, AK. Our Chesapeakes are bred with intention to produce healthy family pets and viable hunting dogs with excellent temperaments and sound structure. Pups will be genetically clear of ED, EIC, DM, CDDY-CDPA, or long coat and not at risk of PRA.

Puppies

Female Available

Reserved

Female • Went Home Apr. 14, 2023

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Female Available

Reserved

Female • Went Home Apr. 14, 2023

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Male Availabe

Reserved

Male • Went Home Apr. 14, 2023

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Getting a puppy from Carlin

Carlin 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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 range from $1,400 and include a non-refundable deposit of $250.

“This price includes AKC Limited Registration, first round of vaccinations & dewormer, microchip, transportation to Anchorage from Dutch Harbor, and health guarantee for DM, EIC, & PRA. A non-refundable deposit of $250 and a completed reservation form must be submitted to hold your puppy. Placement on the list will be in order of reservation deposit received.”

Contract and health guarantee

Carlin 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 Carlin 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 Carlin directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Puppies will have a variety of socialization experiences. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialization with family and children, playtime with balls, toys etc. , Exposure to water when weather permits, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Car Rides, Various Surfaces , Toys, e.g. Ball, Household Desensitization, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, and Early Neurological Stimulation.

Puppy health practices

All puppies will have a vet exam, first round of vaccinations & dewormer prior to going home.

Extras

Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Aleutian Islander Chesapeakes hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.

Bringing your puppy home

Carlin offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Dutch Harbor, AK or nearby

If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.

Get your puppy dropped off to you

We’ll meet at a mutually convenient halfway point to drop off your puppy. Once your application is approved, we’ll coordinate the details for your pick-up day together.

More about Carlin

  • Carlin has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years

    Carlin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Carlin’s links

Carlin is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Aleutian Islander 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

Meet Carlin's parent dogs

All breeds

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Parent health testing

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Aleutian Islander 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.

  • Chondrodystrophy (CDDY and IVDD Risk) with or without Chondrodysplasia (CDPA), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)

    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).