Avalon Pointers

Raised by Leslie P.

Certified Breeder of Curly-Coated Retrievers and Pointers

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Avalon Pointers located in Salisbury, NC. We are preservation breeders. Our goal is to breed to the standard, with emphasis on health and temperament. We love these breeds so much and love being able to do our part in bettering the breeds. We want to provide all of our dogs with the best life possible!

Leslie’s experience

  • About Leslie

    Both my husband and myself have been involved with purebred dogs for many years. We show our dogs in AKC conformation, as well as, participate in hunt tests. We have both handled dogs professionally. I have been a licensed Animal Health Technician for many years.

  • What makes Leslie’s program special

    We focus on producing dogs who meet the standard in looks and temperaments and who will live long healthy lives. As most of our puppies go into companion homes we want them to live long healthy lives.

Puppies

Boy 5

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Male • Went Home Oct. 21, 2020

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Boy 4

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Male • Went Home Oct. 21, 2020

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Boy 3

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Male • Went Home Oct. 21, 2020

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Boy 2

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Male • Went Home Oct. 21, 2020

Pointer

Boy 1

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Male • Went Home Oct. 21, 2020

Pointer

Girl 2

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Female • Went Home Oct. 21, 2020

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Girl 1

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 21, 2020

Pointer

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Getting a puppy from Leslie

Leslie 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 $1,000 - $1,800.

Contract and health guarantee

Leslie 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 Leslie 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 Leslie directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Prior to leaving for their new homes our puppies are crate trained and lead trained. They will have been on carpeting, hardwood, tile, gravel, dirt, and grass. They will know how to go up and downstairs. Will have had experience with adult dogs, cats, and chickens. Our puppy play yards have obstacles, tunnels, and when the weather is good kiddie pools. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Crate Training.

Puppy health practices

While we do our own vaccines and dewormings, our puppies are all examined by our veterinarian before they go to their new homes. We follow Dr. Dodds vaccination protocol. Our deworming protocol is based on the current recommendation of our own veterinarian. All of our puppies are microchipped prior to going to their new homes.

Extras

Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Avalon Pointers 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

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

Pick up your puppy in Salisbury, NC 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

Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Leslie

  • Why Leslie started breeding

    I started showing dogs in 1978 and after several years I started breeding. We are passionate about Pointers and have built that love and respect for the breed into every aspect of our program.

  • Leslie has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Leslie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

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Leslie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Avalon Pointers 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 Leslie's parent dogs

All breeds

Pointer

Parent health testing

Curly-Coated Retriever

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Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Avalon Pointers 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 Curly-Coated 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.

  • 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.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)

    Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), Glycogen Storage Disease Type IIIA, GSD IIIA, 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).

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