Silasandfriends

Silasandfriends, a Golden retriever and Irish setter breeder in Plain City, OH, serves central Ohio near Columbus. It has bred these breeds for over a decade and maintains membership in the American Kennel Club, ensuring each puppy undergoes health screenings for hips and elbows. The dogs live indoors in a family setting and spend daily time on the farm’s pastures, where they learn basic manners and enjoy early socialization with children and other animals.

Its approach emphasizes gentle handling and confidence building, drawing on Ben Waldner’s background in canine behavior research. The result is well-rounded puppies that adapt easily to both active households and more relaxed environments. Families often note the breeder’s attention to clear communication and the smooth transition a puppy makes from the farm to its new home. Puppies from recent litters have earned therapy dog certifications, illustrating their calm disposition and readiness for service work.