OutBark Dogs & Kennels

Raised by OutBark D.

Certified Breeder of German Shorthaired Pointers

  • 1 club membership
  • 36% response rate • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

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.

OutBark’s experience

  • 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

Puppies

Performance/ Pet Home Female

Available

Female • Ready July 10, 2024

German Shorthaired Pointer

2

Reserved

Male • Went Home July 10, 2024

German Shorthaired Pointer

Newborn & upcoming litters

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

Getting a puppy from OutBark

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.

Price

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.”

Contract and health guarantee

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.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

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.

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Puppy health practices

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.

Extras

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.

Bringing your puppy home

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

Pick up your puppy in Kentucky 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 transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about OutBark

  • 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 is a trusted Good Dog breeder

OutBark Dogs & 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

Meet OutBark's parent dogs

All breeds

German Shorthaired Pointer

Parent health testing

German Shorthaired Pointer

Breeder-Reported Testing

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.

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