At Nor’easter, we carefully plan our litters and breed for sound health and temperament, and perform all recommended health testing on our breeding stock prior to breeding. Litters are raised in our home, so puppies are exposed to normal household sights, sounds and smells from an early age. Puppies also receive Early Neurological Stimulation during their first sixteen days, which stimulates their hormonal, adrenal and pituitary systems, and helps them to better withstand stressful situations as they mature into adulthood. Puppies typically stay together with their litter-mates until at least nine weeks of age, which aids in the development of their social manners.
Show quality puppies stay at Nor’easter, where they will complete their AKC Championship prior to their own role in our breeding program. Puppies (and occasionally adult dogs) which might not excel in the show ring are sold to approved homes, with a health guarantee and contract.
Nor’easter is committed to our dogs for their lifetime, so our breeding program stresses quality, not quantity. On average, we breed one litter per year, and we do not keep a ‘waiting list’ unless we have a breeding planned, an expectant mother, or a litter of puppies ‘on the ground’. If we don’t anticipate having a dog or puppy available for your family, we would be happy to make referrals to other reputable breeders throughout the US. We are both Regular and Supporting Members of the National Beagle Club of America, and AKC Breeders of Merit.
