Waratah English Setters

LocationAdelaide, SA

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Hi, I'm Margaret and Alicia J.

Welcome to Waratah English Setters. We have been breeders since 1959, starting with English Setters. Puppies from our Golden Retriever bloodlines have been used as therapy dogs, guide dogs, and of course companion dogs. We look after our puppy owners for a lifetime and treat you like part of the family, not just…

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  • Breeding & Welfare
  • Health Practices
  • Home Environment
  • Documentation
  • Feeding
  • Physical Condition

Our Breeding Practices

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Behaviour and socialisation

I only breed with healthy outgoing dogs

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Health

My puppies are fully health tested before you pick them up

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Home environment

My home is friendly and children are around them giving them cuddles

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Included with our puppies

Starter puppy packs

Health Tests

Core Tests(1/2)

Waratah English Setters conducts 1 out of 2 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the English Setter.

Hip Dysplasia

stethoscope iconPhysical Test

These breeders have had x-rays taken on their breeding dogs to assess their ‘hip score’. Dogs with…

Hip Dysplasia

Additional Tests

Waratah English Setters conducts 3 additional tests available for the English Setter.

stethoscope iconPhysical Test

These breeders have had x-rays taken on their breeding dogs to assess the quality of their elbow joints. Dogs with very low ‘elbow scores’ are less likely to develop elbow problems in the future and less likely to pass hereditary elbow problems on to their puppies.

dna iconGenetic Test

Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (NCL) is a neurodegenerative disorder found in many breeds of dog. 7 varieties have been identified so far, affecting different breeds. There are DNA tests for each type, to identify whether a breeding dog might be carrying this condition.

dna iconGenetic Test

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration of the retina and eventually, blindness. There are a variety of sub-types of PRA, which can occur in various breeds. There are various DNA tests available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition.

Australia States

Transportation options

Australia States

Waratah English Setters will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:

All states (QLD, NSW, VIC, SA, WA, NT, ACT & TAS)

Our payment process

I ask $1000 deposit which comes off the buying price

Getting your puppy home

Waratah English Setters supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.

Domestic air travel by plane
Supportive of domestic air transport by plane
In person puppy pick up
Meet the breeder in person for puppy pick ups
Ground transport service
Supportive of on-the-road pet transport by car or van
International air travel by plane
Supportive of international air transport by plane

Badges of Recognition

RightPaw Verified BadgeDogs Australia Registered

About the Breeder

A little about us

We are a mother-and-daughter breeding team with a lifelong involvement in pedigree dogs. We breed on a small scale, prioritising health, temperament and breed type. Our dogs are regularly recognised for their quality under specialist judges and also enjoy active lives in a range of dog sports. Puppies are raised with…

Why we got involved in breeding

Breeding is a family tradition for us, with generations involved in breeding and showing dogs. We remain engaged because we believe we are custodians of the breeds we love, with a responsibility to safeguard their health, soundness and temperament for generations to come. Our dogs are family — our hearts on a lead.

Our special touch

Our puppies are raised as part of our family and grow up in a busy home environment alongside children. They are exposed to everyday sights, sounds and handling from an early age, helping them develop into confident, well-adjusted companions.

Credentials

State registration

Daco232660

Association

Dogs SA (ANKC)

Association number

5100072459

Prefix

Breilla

Breeding since

Family started in 1954

Applying for a puppy

Apply for a puppy by answering a few questions so Margaret and Alicia can get to know you.
A$4,000 - A$6,000
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A$4,000 - A$6,000