



I'm Amanda R., the breeder behind BlackWater Gun Dogs located in Benson, NC. We offer high-quality, healthy English Labrador Retrievers. We hope to help families find their puppies from responsible and ethical sources to help build a better and safer world for our dogs. Owning a Labrador Retriever is a beautiful experience, and it would be our honor to connect you with the perfect new addition to your family.

Why did you start breeding?
What makes your program special?
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Girl 1
Female

Orange
Male

Green
Male

Tan
Male

Red
Male

Girl 3
Female

Girl 4
Female

Girl 1
Female

Boy 1
Male

Girl 2
Female
Amanda 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.

"Included with your puppy is a health guarantee, age appropriate vaccinations, age appropriate dewormings, AKC registration (limited or full), lifetime breeder support, small bag of food/puppy pack! The deposit is non-refundable unless something happens to the puppy while in the breeders care."
Amanda 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 Amanda 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 Amanda directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Amanda.
Meet in Benson, NC
4283 miles away
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Amanda has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Amanda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Amanda’s links

BlackWater Gun Dogs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

Labrador Retriever
About Josie
Josie is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amanda decided to make her part of their program. Amanda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.

Labrador Retriever
About Johnny Ray
Johnny Ray is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Amanda decided to make him part of their program. Amanda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.

Labrador Retriever
About Sadie
Sadie is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amanda decided to make her part of their program. Amanda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.

Labrador Retriever
About Lady
Lady is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amanda decided to make her part of their program. Amanda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.

Labrador Retriever
About Annie
Annie is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amanda decided to make her part of their program. Amanda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.

Labrador Retriever
About Millie
Millie is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amanda decided to make her part of their program. Amanda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.

Labrador Retriever
About Koda
Koda is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Amanda decided to make him part of their program. Amanda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.

Labrador Retriever
About Mattie
Mattie is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amanda decided to make her part of their program. Amanda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.

Labrador Retriever
About Ava
Ava is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amanda decided to make her part of their program. Amanda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
BlackWater Gun Dogs 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 Labrador 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.
Animal Genetics Panel, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)
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).