All of the dogs bred by Creighton Kennels are OFA certified good or excellent, OFA Elbows and are CERF certified. We only breed dogs that are proven hunters and/or have titled in the Field and/or Hunt test games. Puppies are whelped and raised in our home where they are socialized in a family environment and introduced to sights, sounds and experiences that will benefit the hunting retriever. Puppies have dew claws removed, first series of shots and are health checked by a veterinarian. Pups come with a 26 month Hip, Elbow and Eye guarantee covering all genetic diseases of the hips, elbows and eyes. Thank you for considering Creighton Kennels as the home of your future hunting companion.