I'm the breeder behind OutBark Dogs & Kennels located in Kentucky. We stand behind the health, structure, and temperament of our puppies and select forever homes that best compliment the unique personalities of each puppy.
About OutBark
OutBark Dogs & Kennels
What makes OutBark’s program special
OutBark Dogs Sire and Dam attend various AKC programs but not limited to, confirmation, field trials, scent work detection, Fast Cat, Dock Diving, Trick Dog, Canine Good Citizenship, Obedience, Rally, Agility, Frisbee League. We seek Performance homes to place our German Shorthaired Pointers where they will strive in an environment that will be actively trained to be a versatile Sport Dog Breed.
OutBark is a member of a club
GSPCA
Performance/ Pet Home Female
Female • Ready July 10, 2024
German Shorthaired Pointer
2
Male • Went Home July 10, 2024
German Shorthaired Pointer
Newborn German Shorthaired Pointers from Samson and Beretta
Born May 2024. Ready July 10, 2024
Newborn German Shorthaired Pointers from Samson and Beretta
Born May 2024
Ready July 10, 2024
OutBark 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.
Puppy prices range from $2,000 - $2,500 and include a deposit of $500.
“Price is dependent on type of home pet is being placed in, all males and females are the same price, puppies are NOT priced based on color or coat type. Type of homes Pet Home, performance/show homes, co owned etc. High end price would be for homes needing Flight Nanny and transportation delivery included which can range in price depending on location. Deposit is non refundable if the new owner backs out or can not follow through with the OutBark contract. Deposit is refundable only if breeder cannot provide a puppy from the litter you were placed on a waiting list for, please refer to contract about full details.”
OutBark 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 OutBark 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 OutBark directly.
All puppies are very well socialized around all ages of dogs. They are exposed to children young and old. Work on leash training. And are exposed to many environmental changes and different nature scenes. They begin potty pad training before they leave. They also engage in the beginning stages of crate training. They all are exposed desensitized and condition to varies beginning stages for puppies. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Stacking, Puppy Culture , Various Surfaces , Grooming Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Early Neurological Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Socialized with Other Animals, Beginning Potty training with a potty box, exposure to sounds, sights, smells and touch using our years of experience and the Puppy Culture program., We shorten nails weekly and groom often to desensitize your puppy in these situations, Touch, pets, and kisses are encouraged during human socialization., Impulse Control, Basic manners, "No" Biting or Chewing, Grooming and Nail Care, Recall Training, Start of house breaking and socializing , Early Socialization, Noise Desensitization, Potty Training, Crate Training, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, and Leash Walking.
All puppies get a vet health certificate two series of shots and dewormed twice before the leave. They also are sent with records and scheduled for the next series of shots.
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Microchip, Registration, and Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent.
OutBark 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.
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
Why OutBark started breeding
OutBark Dogs & Kennels has been involved with training various sporting breeds and working breeds for 15 years. This became a passion to produce a versatile breed standard dog with trainability and success in confirmation sports and in AKC sporting events. Ultimately, to continue on what AKC has since 1884 preserving pure breed dogs as in, the act of conforming or producing conformity.
OutBark has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
OutBark was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
OutBark’s links
OutBark Dogs & Kennels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
German Shorthaired Pointer
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Beretta
Beretta is a female German Shorthaired Pointer over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, OutBark decided to make her part of their program. OutBark has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Uploaded health tests
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Samson
Samson is a male German Shorthaired Pointer almost 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, OutBark decided to make him part of their program. OutBark has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI)
German Shorthaired Pointer
Great level
OutBark Dogs & 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 German Shorthaired Pointers.
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 (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.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.