I'm Nicole B., the breeder behind Badland Kennel located in Spring Creek, NV. We understand the importance of solid foundations and health test our lines to ensure we are breeding to the standards you expect. We are dedicated to raising the bar for thoughtful breeding with optimal health in mind. We do our best to produce puppies that have the best chance at living long, happy, and healthy lives as your best friend!
Q. & A. with Nicole
Why did you start breeding?
I began showing dogs in my early teens and have training, showing and breeding since.
What makes your program special?
We believe in the total dog package. Great health, great temperament and great conformation! All our dogs are fully health tested and our pups raised with almost 30 years experience!
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Beagle puppies include 13-inch and 15-inch sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Beagle puppies include brown white and tan, black red and white, and lemon and white. Labrador Retriever puppies include black, chocolate, and yellow. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Jh titled dad Onyx
Went home
Female
Hunt titled dad Oakley
Went home
Female
AKC/OFA/CERF/DNA PARENTS!
Went home
Female
Nevada Outlaw
Went home
Male
Nevada Olivia
Went home
Female
Nevada Girl Vanilla
Went home
Female
AKC/OFA/CERF/DNA Vera
Went home
Female
AKC Hunt title sired Dudley boy
Went home
Male
AKC titled Father Violet
Went home
Female
Nevada Hunting Girl
Went home
Female
AKC Valentino
Went home
Male
Boise/Reno/Las Vegas Viper
Went home
Male
Nevada Boy Vadar
Went home
Male
AKC titled father Vegas Boy
Went home
Male
Nevada Bosco
Went home
Male
Reno/Sacramento Bess
Went home
Female
Champion Dad Bean
Went home
Male
AKC/OFA/DNA/CAER Champion dad Belle
Went home
Female
Champion dad Butters
Went home
Male
Las Vegas Buck
Went home
Male
Las Vegas Chili
Went home
Female
Nevada Cooper
Went home
Male
Champion Dad Cosmo
Went home
Male
Champion Dad Calypso
Went home
Female
Reno/Sacramento Clover
Went home
Female
Champion Dad Cedar
Went home
Female
Nevada/Idaho Cider
Went home
Female
Champion sired Nevada Boy
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Nicole
Nicole has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $200 refundable deposit and between $600 - $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“full or limited ukc or akc registration, champion sired/champion lines, vet checked, all age appropriate vaccinations, health guarantee. We usually ask for a $200 deposit simply to ensure a serious inquirie. Price depends on full or limited registration, show or pet quality etc.”
Contract & health guarantee
Nicole may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Nicole offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Nicole directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
AKC registration
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Initial potty training
Food & treats
Registration
Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nicole.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Spring Creek, NV
5312 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Salt Lake City Airport
5203 miles away
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Meet in Boise, ID
5162 miles away
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More about Nicole
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified.
Nicole has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Nicole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
NB
Nicole is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Badland Kennel meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Rocky, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Rocky
Rocky is a wonderful boy! He is our fourth generation to be born to us in over twenty years of competing and breeding labs. He attained his IABCA show championship from a young age. He is OFA Excellent on hips, OFA normal on elbows, cardiac and eyes. He is also dna tested and cleared for multiple genetic conditions. He is a big goofy english type boy that sires happy go lucky, confident pups.
RANGER, dad
Labrador Retriever
About RANGER
Gorgeous Male chocolate that is ofa good on hips, ofa normal on elbows, cardiac and eyes and dna tested cleared for multiple genetic conditions. JH (Junior Hunter) AKC titled. He has a loaded pedigree full of health tested and titled dogs.
Parent health testing
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Badland Kennel reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Beagles.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
DNA Disease Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Nicole to bring home their puppies.
Chris S.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
Nicole was great work with through the adoption process and for coordinating the pickup. In particular, I loved getting the Monday videos of Buckshot/Huckleberry leading up to the pickup.
Josie S.
Verified owner · Feb. 2025
Nicole was so easy to deal with and she always answered my questions completely. I could not be more thrilled to have my baby Opal (Labrador) at home with me. She is beautiful and thanks to Nicole and Badland Kennel they made it all possible.
I would recommend Nicole to anyone looking for a beautiful lab puppy.
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Heidi M.
Verified owner · Apr. 2024
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We had a wonderful experience working with Nicole and Badlands Kennel. Very responsive and helpful. We are adoring our beautiful
puppy and she is responding well and quickly to the training process.
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yahilani g.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
We had such a wonderful experience with Nicole from Badland Kennel! She was incredibly responsive, kind, and knowledgeable throughout the entire process. You can truly tell how much she cares about her dogs and the families they go to. She kept us updated regularly, answered all of our questions with patience, and made the whole experience so smooth.
Our puppy is absolutely amazing—healthy, happy, and with the sweetest temperament. You can see the love and care he received early on. We couldn’t have asked for a better breeder or a better puppy. We’re so grateful to Nicole and highly recommend Badland Kennel to anyone looking for a new furry family member!
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Sue S.
Verified owner · Apr. 2024
Our experience with Nicole at Badlands kennel was professional and personal. She engaged with us, and kept us very updated on our precious puppy! He's a bundle of love and laughs! We adore him! We would definitely recommend Nicole and Badlands kennel!
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Rachel B.
Verified owner · Mar. 2024
Nicole was wonderful to work with. We just had Pippa's check up and our vet was very impressed with her health and the amount of information that Nicole sent on regarding her pedigree. Pippa is clearly from a great line and her eagerness to learn is showing.