I'm Kevin & Melissa V., the breeder behind Battlemountain Kennels located in Cheyenne, WY. We raise high-quality field Golden Retrievers and Labrador Retrievers known for their excellent temperament, making them wonderful family companions and outstanding hunting partners. Our parent dogs come from top genetic lines with exceptional health histories. We professionally train and board.
Q. & A. with Kevin & Melissa
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
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 a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Lainey - Lavendar Collar
Went home
Female
Patsy - Purple
Went home
Female
Brooks - Black collar
Went home
Male
Reba - Red Collar
Went home
Female
Miranda - Aqua Collar
Went home
Female
Kelsey - Majenta Collar
Went home
Female
Loretta - Pink
Went home
Female
Faith - No collar (tiny)
Went home
Female
Jackson - blue collar
Went home
Male
Ledoux - green collar
Went home
Male
N
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Toby (Green Collar)
Went home
Male
Willie (Orange)
Went home
Male
Sonny (Yellow)
Went home
Female
Hank (Blue Collar)
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Kevin & Melissa
Kevin & Melissa 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Prices vary on the breeding. Includes vaccinations, deworming, a vet check, microchip, and a puppy welcome kit. The deposit can be applied to another litter due to a family emergency, agreed upon by both parties.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kevin & Melissa 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 Kevin & Melissa 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 Kevin & Melissa directly.
Battlemountain Kennels 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
Litter and program updates
Kevin & Melissa V.
Litter update on 18 Nov. •
Brooks , looking for a forever home!!!
Hunter and Elsa's litter
Kevin & Melissa V.
Litter update on 18 Nov. •
Due to a family illness, Brooks is available again for adoption, he’s extremely precious and sweet, he gets along great with our other labrador puppy they plays all day, he is currently nine weeks old had his first series of shots, he is micro chipped, and had a clean bill of health from the veterinarian, he is litter box trained and working on crate training and treat and clicker training. He will make an unbelievable family member he’ll lay on your chest and snuggle and take a nap for hours. We cannot say enough about this little guy!!!!!!
…
Hunter and Elsa's litter
Kevin & Melissa V.
Program update on 02 Nov. •
The neighbor girls socializing our last little girl Lainey !!! she’s absolutely the most laid-back and sweetest of all of her littermates. She’ll be extremely loyal and have extra love available!!!
…
Kevin & Melissa V.
Program update on 26 Oct. •
Puppies are getting some children time!!!!
Kevin & Melissa V.
Litter update on 26 Oct. •
Hunter and Elsa's litter
Kevin & Melissa V.
Litter update on 25 Oct. •
Personalities
Hunter and Elsa's litter
Kevin & Melissa V.
Litter update on 25 Oct. •
A few more girls left and one boy! Contact us and come out and meet them!
Hunter and Elsa's litter
Kevin & Melissa V.
Program update on 22 Oct. •
So sunny, we wanna play!!!
Kevin & Melissa V.
Program update on 22 Oct. •
The puppies are enjoying breakfast outside this morning, beautiful bea in Cheyenne, Wyoming today!!!!
Kevin & Melissa V.
Litter update on 19 Oct. •
Hunter x Elsa’s litter don’t miss out on one of the best breed litter’s of fox red Golden retriever’s on the front range this year !!!!
Hunter and Elsa's litter
Parent dogs
Elsa, mom
Golden Retriever
About Elsa
Elsa comes out of Top Brass, Battle Mountain Kennels in Cheyenne WY. She has a very easy going personality and is very athletic. She is great with other dogs and children.
Parent health testing
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Battlemountain Kennels 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 Golden Retrievers.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Kevin & Melissa to bring home their puppies.
Deborah S.
Verified owner · Dec. 2024
Blu has just had his final shots and is a whopping 33 pounds. He is a great hiking partner for his Momma. We hike most days at the hills below the Colorado Monument. He explores the desert off leash and stays by me within sight. He’s also getting used to his three cat brothers Blazer Lebowski, Jorge, and Bandito. We are taking puppy classes together and he plays with his brother Maverick, aka Mav. My heart is full.
SR
Steve R.
Verified owner · Nov. 2024
High praise in working with Kevin and Melissa through the whole process of bringing our new golden puppy into our family. They were very responsive to all our questions and concerns. It’s very apparent they have a love for breeding top quality goldens. We are so happy with ours! I would highly recommend Kevin and Melissa to anyone considering adding a wonderful golden retriever to their family! Thanks to both of you and I plan on keeping in touch with you as Mav grows up! Steve and Steph Reynolds