I'm Donna H., the breeder behind Brookeridge Labs located in Kingwood, WV. We breed our dogs with temperament and health first and foremost. We love competing in the show ring, rally, and dock diving while dabbling in scent training. We have several dogs who have received their therapy dog titles, as well as service dogs. We love our dogs and what we do, and we look forward to connecting with you!
Q. & A. with Donna
Why did you start breeding?
Purposeful and ethical breeding is so important for the healthy progression of any breed. We breed healthy, AKC-registered Labrador Retrievers with a focus on temperament, conformation, and soundness.
What makes your program special?
We are devoted to developing quality Labrador Retriever puppies that adhere to the breed standards according to the AKC and the Labrador Retriever Club of America. We do everything we can to produce happy, healthy, structurally sound, and well-rounded puppies. All of our dogs and puppies are AKC registered, and our breeding stock is all tested and cleared for orthopedics, eyes, genetics, and the heart. If you are looking for a perfect, quality companion, look no further!
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.
Getting a puppy from Donna
Donna 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 between $1,200 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price comes with a limited health guaranty, first shots, and a microchip. Our dogs are sent home with limited registration only.”
Contract & health guarantee
Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna directly.
Brookeridge Labs 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Brookeridge Labs 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.
Brucellosis
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Full Embark Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Animal Genetics Panel, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test
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).