I'm the breeder behind Quail Run Flat-Coated Retrievers located in Petaluma, CA. We find so much joy in watching our puppies grow and develop their own unique personalities. Our puppies are raised using ENS and Puppy Culture techniques, contributing to their balanced temperaments and great show, performance and family dog status. We breed for life long companions.
About Amy
As a life long dog owner and breeder of various breeds, since I was 17 years old, I love the genetics and DNA story of breeding. I specifically launched QRFCR with two amazing kennels as my foundation dogs - Blacfriar & Shasta - building on the strengths of each.
What makes Amy’s program special
QRFCR's mission is to better the breed by producing healthy well-adjusted family dogs. We’ve built our breed brand on exceptional dogs from both coasts - Shasta FCRs in Yreka, CA and Blacfriar FCRs in Hamburg, NY. We don't kennel a dozen dogs but keep a few as our lifelong companions and amazing show and performance dogs. Our dogs live a charmed life in beautiful Sonoma County.
Amy is a member of 2 clubs
Northwest Flat Coated Retriever Club, Flat Coated Retriever Society of America
Amy’s certifications & recognitions
Blue Ribbon Breeder , CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T.
Boy 1 Blitzen
Male • Went Home Feb. 9, 2024
Flat-Coated Retriever
Girl 3 Mitzi
Female • Went Home Feb. 9, 2024
Flat-Coated Retriever
Boy 3 Waylon
Male • Went Home Feb. 9, 2024
Flat-Coated Retriever
Boy 2 Dash
Male • Went Home Feb. 9, 2024
Flat-Coated Retriever
Girl 1 Belle
Female • Went Home Feb. 9, 2024
Flat-Coated Retriever
Girl 2 Roxi(e)
Female • Went Home Feb. 9, 2024
Flat-Coated Retriever
Amy 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 $3,000 - $3,500 and include a deposit of $200.
“The price includes a health guarantee, AKC registration, microchip, vet check, first vaccinations, and the option of delivery for cost. Our puppy agreement includes a cancer free 4 year guarantee. The deposit holds your place for a puppy from a specific litter. It is refundable until the puppies are 5 weeks old. If the puppy if placed at 8 weeks, a full refund is given.”
Amy 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 Amy 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 Amy directly.
Our puppies receive early neurological stimulation from 3-16 days, puppy culture training and handling techniques, they are exposed to children and other pets, and have beginning of potty training and basic obedience appropriate for their age. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Lots of socialization to learn that the world and people are safe, Outdoors (when Weather permits), crate training, Toys, e.g. Ball, Various Surfaces , Strangers, Grooming Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), car riding , Early Neurological Stimulation, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Elderly, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Children, Socialization with Other Dogs, Human Interactions, Weekly Nail Trims , daily individual time, We train them to sit and wait for a treat, We begin potty training along with crate training & believe the two go hand in hand., Early socialization, surface and tactile stimulation, Noise desensitization, Behavioral shaping , Litter Box Trained, Car Training , Human Interactions , Puppy Culture , Basic manners, Name recognition , Potty training, crate training, Sit Command, and Leash Walking.
All puppies receive first vaccination, microchip and vet health check at 8 weeks old. Puppies go to new homes after vet check from 8-12 weeks.
We send our puppies home with volhard puppy aptitude testing, puppy culture, Trained to sit by 7 weeks old, Early Neurological Stimulation, Vaccinations, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Puppy Starter Kit, Puppy Collar, Microchip, Food Starter Bag, Blanket with Mom's Scent, and AKC Registration.
Amy 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 flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
Why Amy started breeding
As a 4-H kid, I began breeding with English Cockers as a teenager. As a career educator, I've benefitted from many breed mentors over time and put those lessons to work at Quail Run Flat-Coated Retrievers.
Amy is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Amy has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Amy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Amy’s program includes two colors
Amy’s Flat-Coated Retriever puppies include liver and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Quail Run Flat-Coated Retrievers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
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Flat-Coated Retriever
Flat-Coated Retriever
About Frankie
Frankie is a female Flat-Coated Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amy decided to make her part of their program. Amy 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.
Flat-Coated Retriever
About Maggie
Maggie is a female Flat-Coated Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amy decided to make her part of their program. Amy 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.
Flat-Coated Retriever
About Angus
Angus is a male Flat-Coated Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Amy decided to make him part of their program. Amy 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.
Flat-Coated Retriever
Great level
Quail Run Flat-Coated Retrievers 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 Flat-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.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, DNA Disease Panel, Genetic Diversity Test
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).