Kansas Prairie Pups

Kansas Prairie Pups, Golden retrievers, Saint Marys, KS, in the Flint Hills region near Manhattan. Kansas Prairie Pups is led by Shelly Sullivan, who has worked with Golden retrievers for years and follows recommended health testing for hips, elbows and eyes. Puppies are raised inside the family home and spend time outdoors on the prairie, gaining experience with sounds, sights and gentle handling from an early age.

The farm’s layout allows puppies to explore wide-open spaces as well as quiet corners for rest, and litters receive daily interaction with adults and children. Breeding lines include parents with clear hip and elbow evaluations, and the kennel maintains detailed pedigree records. Many families note a natural affinity for therapy work or obedience training in puppies that benefit from their calm temperament and eagerness to please. Shelly Sullivan provides ongoing guidance to new owners to help ensure each dog settles smoothly into its family.