Our priority is to produce excellent temperament and health in a beautiful dog. We breed a dog that is a fun, loyal companion and a great house dog. These characteristics make them valued family members. As dedicated breeders, we are a part of the AKC Breeder of Merit. The Breeder of Merit program honors those breeders who consistently meet the high standards of the AKC and who actively promote the sport of purebred dogs. One of the program requirements is to certify that applicable health screens are performed on the breeding stock as recommended by the national club, The Labrador Retriever Club, Inc. All our breeding dogs have been cleared by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) for hip and elbow dysplasia. In addition, hearts have been cleared by a canine cardiologist and eyes by an American College of Veterinary (ACOV) ophthalmologist. We do numerous genetic tests, among them, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), exercise-induced collapse (EIC), and hereditary nasal parakeratosis (HNPK).
When it comes to raising puppies, the litter is whelped in our home. Around 4 to 5 weeks, the puppies transition to the puppy area with their mother. Here, they learn to keep their bed clean and potty in a designated spot. They also receive valuable lessons from their mother as they interact with her full-time. Further socialization happens here, as they learn to adjust to lots of activity and sounds and are introduced to other dogs. We work with the puppies daily and track their progress. It's what we love!
