Meet the Parents

The Right Puppy is Worth the Wait

We often have a waitlist for our puppies and for good reason. Our Labradors offer an average of 15 years of loyal partnership, making them well worth your patience.

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Our Commitment to Quality Labrador Puppies

The parents of our litters are first and foremost our beloved family pets. We cherish the Labrador breed for its intelligence, versatility, and loyal nature. Labradors naturally seek to please, making them exceptional companions; whether as family pets, hunting partners, or service dogs.

During the eight weeks puppies are in our care, we prepare them with the same methods used by professional service-dog organizations. Each puppy also receives a full veterinary health checkup, age-appropriate vaccinations, and preventative deworming, ensuring they go home healthy and ready for their new families.

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 Parental Health & Genetics Matter

We are dedicated to improving the Labrador breed with every generation. Each pairing is carefully planned to ensure the strongest genetics are passed on.

OFA Certification: The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (est. 1966) evaluates bone and joint health through X-rays at 24 months. We invest in OFA certifications to ensure our bloodlines are free of hereditary disease.

Advanced DNA Testing: While OFA offers limited testing, we go further. Through Embark DNA testing, we screen for 170+ genetic conditions, ensuring our puppies inherit the healthiest foundation possible.

Superior Quality

Because of our careful standards, even our “last pick” puppies often surpass the “first pick” from other breeders.​

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Purposeful Pairings

By studying the genetics of each dog, we plan every mating with precision.

Preventing Undesired Traits: If one parent carries a mild genetic marker, we pair them with a clear partner to prevent passing it on.

Reinforcing Positive Traits: Desired markers are strengthened by pairing parents that both carry them.

This deliberate approach allows us to continually improve our bloodlines with each generation.

 

Beyond Health—Temperament & Traits

Great Labradors are more than just healthy.  They’re companions you can count on. Thus, we also select for:

Food Motivation: Puppies eager to learn and easy to train.

Balanced Temperament: Calm, steady, and reliable personalities.

High-Altitude Tolerance: Especially important here in Colorado.

With every litter, we strive to raise healthy, intelligent, and well-adjusted puppies who will thrive with their families for years to come.

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Individual Puppy Health Check

Before going home, every one of our puppies receives a comprehensive 8-week veterinary health checkup to ensure they are thriving and ready for their new family. This visit includes:

Thorough Physical Exam:  The veterinarian carefully checks heart, lungs, eyes, ears, teeth, joints, skin, and overall growth to confirm each puppy is developing properly.

Age-Appropriate Vaccinations: Core puppy vaccines are administered to provide protection against common canine illnesses.

Preventative Deworming: Proactive treatment is given to ensure your puppy is clear of intestinal parasites, supporting strong digestion and growth.

Health Overview: You’ll receive documentation of your puppy’s health status, vaccination record, and deworming schedule, so you can confidently continue their care at home.

AKC 30-Day Health Insurance: Every adoption includes complimentary 30-day health insurance through the AKC, giving you added peace of mind and continued veterinary coverage as your puppy settles into their new home.

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This veterinary checkup, combined with included health insurance, is part of our commitment to raising healthy, well-prepared puppies. By the time they leave our home, each puppy has been thoroughly examined, protected, and given the best start for a long, happy life with your family.

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