BlackWater Gun Dogs
Meet the breeder
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.
Q. & A. with Amanda
Why did you start breeding?
I became involved in breeding back in 2015! After graduating vet tech school I had a passion for the reproductive system and breeding! So I bought my very first show line Labrador and it started from there!! Absolutely love my dogs and puppies!What makes your program special?
My breeding program is special in a way that is not understandable to most! In other words pray a lot and seek the Lord for guidance!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, chocolate, and yellow. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Orange
Went homeMale
Green
Went homeMale
Tan
Went homeMale
Red
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Amanda
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.
Price
Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $1,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“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.”
Contract & health guarantee
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.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Amanda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Benson, NC
More about Amanda
Amanda has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Amanda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Amanda’s links
Amanda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
BlackWater Gun Dogs 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
Josie, mom
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.
Johnny Ray, dad
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.
Sadie, mom
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.
Lady, mom
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.
Annie, mom
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.
Millie, mom
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.
Koda, dad
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.
Mattie, mom
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.
Ava, mom
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.
Parent health testing
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).
