Hickory Creek Chesapeakes

01/06/2026

01/06/2026

Rip 2022 and Rip now

01/06/2026

"Rip is a world class retriever!-Rip's dad.

12/27/2025

Adopt or shop responsibly!!

Ethical breeding and rescue are not opposing forces, they are both vital to protecting the welfare of dogs. "Adopt, don’t shop” comes from a place of care, but it oversimplifies the shelter dog crisis. The root causes of pet homelessness are irresponsible breeding, lack of education, and owners who were unprepared for the commitment of a dog.

Many shelter dogs come with unknown histories and genetics. This can make their health and temperament unpredictable. For some homes, the predictability, transparency, and lifelong support that come with an ethically bred dog isn't a luxury, it's a responsible choice.

Ethical breeders fully health test, title, carefully plan each litter, and prioritize temperament, structure, and health. They stand behind every puppy they produce and ensure their dogs never end up in shelters.

Preservation/ethical breeders can continue their efforts to improve their respective breeds while working alongside rescues trying to pick up the pieces irresponsible breeders/owners have left them. Adopt or shop responsibly ❤️

12/14/2025

Hickory Creek puppies en route to their new homes!

12/13/2025

Exciting things happening at Hickory Creek this weekend! Zeus says it is NOT the soap bath that he had to take today!

12/07/2025

Willow Rose and I were supposed to be working. She got caught taking an afternoon snooze...

12/04/2025

This girl has it all!

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12/04/2025