In general I think her dogs are cute. I like the fact that she shows the parents pictures. A " show quality" pup won't sell for $1,200 from what I have found. Her guarantee looks ok, but I would ask about the knees and make sure the vet has checked to make sure they are not loose. I am a breeder with a small " kennel" and my dogs are very happy and healthy. I am home all day and probably spend as much time with my dogs as people who work. They have a inside area with a bed and toys and can go through a door to outside. They also have time daily to run loose on my 6 acres and go with me to places if they like cars rides. At night I go out and groom them and spend lots of one on one time too. All my pups are born in my bedroom and raise in my house. So yes, I guess I am a "kennel" but my dogs come first. ( ask my family)
It's a long drive, but you will have your companion for aprox. 14 yrs so I guess I would make the drive if you see a pup you like and meet the breeder and her dogs. In the long run it's better safe than sorry. take care, Jeanief