Eagle Trail Kennels
- Certified Good Dog Breeder
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Eagle Trail Kennels located in Valdosta, GA. Welcome to Eagle Trail Kennels! We are a small family breeder of English Springer Spaniels and Boykin Spaniels. We live in Valdosta, GA and our sweet babies live at our home. At Eagle Trail Kennels our mission is to raise healthy, well-socialized dogs with exceptional temperaments. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of responsible breeding practices, focusing on health testing and genetic screening to ensure the well-being of our beloved breeds. Our goal is to produce puppies that not only possess physical soundness but also embody outstanding temperament traits, including intelligence, loyalty, and gentle nature. We strive to create lifelong companions that bring joy and enrich the lives of their future families. Through our dedication to ethical breeding, education, and continuous improvement, we aim to make a positive impact on the breed community, promoting the overall welfare and betterment of the breed.
Kimberly’s experience
About Kimberly
Hello, my name is Kimberly Templin and I am a wife, mother of two amazing young men and an ever growing bunch of amazing fur-babies. I have owned quite a few different breeds of dogs but fell in love with these two; the Boykin Spaniel and English Springer Spaniel. Making the decision to go into breeding was not a choice I made lightly. One might say I am obsessed with my dogs.
What makes Kimberly’s program special
We will not have any litters for a few years. Our health testing is very important and that our dogs will have their OFA's completed my mentor has taught me that. We want to be a breeder that encourages other breeders and influences people through our puppies because of the impact a puppy/dog can have in your life.
Getting a puppy from Kimberly
Kimberly 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 $1,800 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“The pack includes AKC registration paperwork, microchip, shot record, pedigree, your puppy contract, a blanket with the mother’s scent, a small toy, a container of food, "Raising the Empowered Puppy" by Jeanette Forrey, travel supplies and extra goodies. Includes microchip and registration. Picking of puppies in order of deposit.”
Contract and health guarantee
Kimberly 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 Kimberly 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 Kimberly directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
Puppy Culture Badass Breeder Evaluated ENS and ESI. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Scent Introduction, Litter Box Trained, Potty Training, Leash Walking, Socialized with other animals, Socialized with other dogs, Scent introduction, Various sounds, Daily handling, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, "No" Biting or Chewing, ESI, ENS, We introduce collar and leash training, We begin potty training along with crate training & believe the two go hand in hand., Basic Obedience Commands, surface and tactile stimulation, neural stimulation, Bird Introduction, Noise desensitization, Obedience training started, Car Training , Human Interactions , Name recognition , Puppy Culture , Basic manners, and Sit Command.
Puppy health practices
All puppies will have their first set of shots, health certificates, dew claws removed and tails docked.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Basic obedience & manners, Food & treats, Initial potty training, Vet records, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Registration, Microchip, Toys, and Puppy starter kit.
Bringing your puppy home
Kimberly offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Valdosta, GA 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 Kimberly
Why Kimberly started breeding
…My husband first found Beaux (our male Boykin) in 2020. I asked him for a smaller dog; We’ve always had Golden Retrievers and I did not want another Golden and he did not want a small yappy dog. We found a sweet breeder and got Beaux. He was perfect in every way; Smart, loving, loyal, and trained quickly. A year later I just had to have another Boykin and we found Kenzi. She is my Emotional Support Service Dog. There is documentation and training required for this. My husband, Scott, had always wanted an English Springer Spaniel and I decided to surprise him with one for our 20th anniversary. He was born on President’s Day so Lincoln it was. We were hooked on both breeds. They are very similar and yet very different just depending on what you are looking for. Each personality of our dog’s has been so different. Scott and I had talked about breeding, I had spoken with my vet and the research process had begun. I wanted to become a small hobby breeder and it wasn’t until I met our next breeder that I truly understood the full big picture. I had done research but it was just the tip of the iceberg. My commitment to my dogs will always be my first priority and then to bettering the breed and raising incredible puppies. It is my goal to provide you with a high quality, health tested, intelligent, well-tempered, good looking English Springer.
Kimberly has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Kimberly was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Kimberly’s program includes four colors
Kimberly’s Boykin Spaniel puppies are chocolate. Kimberly’s English Springer Spaniel puppies include red and white, liver white and tan, and black white and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Kimberly’s links
Kimberly is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Eagle Trail Kennels 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
Boykin Spaniel
English Springer Spaniel
Great level
Eagle Trail Kennels 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 Boykin Spaniels.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation , 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.
Full Embark Panel
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).