I'm Tom & Gail S., the breeder behind BonaVenture Labradors located in Bagdad, KY. We're very passionate about breeding the highest quality dogs. Our main priority is breeding for overall health with a focus on confirmation, and intelligence.
Q. & A. with Tom & Gail
Why did you start breeding?
We wanted to do our part to better the breed. We believe the perfect dog starts with work done by the breeder.
What makes your program special?
Our dogs are an important part of our life, and we treat each dog with the respect and attention they deserve.
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.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Tom & Gail
Tom & Gail 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 $1,250 refundable deposit and between $1,250 - $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Pups are microchipped, with first set of shots. Most pups are placed as companions with a written contract.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tom & Gail 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 Tom & Gail 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 Tom & Gail directly.
BonaVenture Labradors 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
Evie, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Evie
Loves to please - a typical Labrador!
Everett, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Everett
Sweet easy going just like his dad Eddie.
VI, mom
Labrador Retriever
About VI
Great mother - loves to retrieve.
Ross, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Ross
True Labrador temperament - easy going, loves to be by your side.
Parent health testing
BonaVenture Labradors 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.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.