I'm the breeder behind Camptown Chesapeakes located in Hudson Valley, NY. We offer quality Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppies with a focus on temperament, soundness, and hunting ability. Our dogs are proven champions in the show ring and in the hearts of their forever families. We're a proudly recognized AKC Breeder of Merit. We are enthusiastic about responsibly sharing our love for this breed with others who appreciate it just as much as we do!
About Valerie
My program was developed in 1990. My dogs are a huge part of my life, and I enjoy spending time with them. In my spare time, I enjoy titling my dogs in the show ring. My priority is quality over quantity and my puppies are placed in loving homes that I have reviewed carefully.
What makes Valerie’s program special
I am a premier breed of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. I produce top-quality companions and show prospects. My kennel is small and home-based, and I intend to keep it that way. My dogs are part of my family first and foremost. I produce limited litters to ensure quality and so that each puppy is given the proper amount of love, care, and attention that it deserves. It is quite an enjoyable process! My breeding stock is fully healthy and has been genetically tested. I am proud of the puppies that I produce, and I would be honored to connect with you!
Valerie is a member of a club
American Chesapeake Club
Valerie’s certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit
I do everything I can to socialize my puppies. I want them to be easily trainable and have a smooth transition to their new home. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Puppy Culture.
I prioritize the health and well-being of each one of my puppies, and I follow all appropriate puppy health protocols.
We send our puppies home with Microchip.
Valerie offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
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.
Camptown Chesapeakes meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Excellent level
Camptown 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.
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.
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).