Cane Creek Labradors

Heather R.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Dickson, TN
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Heather R., the breeder behind Cane Creek Labradors located in Dickson, TN. Cane Creek Labradors is a family-focused breeder in Tennessee, producing well-rounded Labradors for loving homes, service and therapy work, and competition. We prioritize health, temperament, and early socialization to raise confident, trainable dogs and offer lifelong support to our families.

Q. & A. with Heather

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We began as hobby breeders about 15 years ago. In 2018, we fell in love with the Labrador Retriever and became passionate about the breed. After extensive research and guidance from a trusted mentor, we officially launched Cane Creek Labradors in 2023 with a focus on health, temperament, and purpose-driven breeding.

  • What makes your program special?

    What sets our program apart is our intentional, purpose-driven breeding. We focus on producing Labradors with exceptional temperament, sound structure, and strong health testing. Our puppies are raised hands-on with early socialization and enrichment, preparing them to thrive as family companions, service or therapy dogs, and competitors. Lifelong support is our promise.

  • 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Heather

Heather has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

Heather partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 8 weeks old.

“At Cane Creek Labradors, puppy selections are made in the order deposits are received. Families choose their puppy on pick-up day, when puppies are 7–8 weeks old, so they can base their decision on each puppy’s personality, temperament, and interaction — not just a photo. We believe this approach allows families to truly connect with their puppy and make the best match for their home and lifestyle. If a family is unable to come to our home for puppy pick-up and selection, we are happy to offer a FaceTime video call to assist in choosing their puppy. Our goal is to make the process exciting, fair, and focused on pairing each Cane Creek puppy with the right family. 🐾”

Price

Puppy prices include a $400 non-refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“At Cane Creek Labradors, pricing reflects health-tested parents, early socialization, vet care, microchipping, and dual registration. A non-refundable deposit secures your place on our waitlist. The deposit is applied toward the total purchase price and confirms your commitment to Cane Creek Labradors.”

Contract & health guarantee

Heather 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 Heather 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 Heather directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Food & treats
      • AKC registration
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Heather.

Breeder's location

Meet in Dickson, TN

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)

Flexible meeting point

Heather can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Heather

  • Club memberships

    Heather is a member of Deer River Hunting Retriever Club.

  • Heather has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Heather was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Heather’s links

Heather is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Cane Creek 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Cane Creek 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Heather to bring home their puppies.

  • James S.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    This place is absolutely amazing! They really care about their dogs, their puppies, and pairing owners with their perfect puppy! This was my fiance and I’s first dog together (outside of family dogs) so when looking for a dog we wanted to make sure we had reliable breeders to get a puppy from. We got Roux (blue, one of Mag’s litters) over 2 years ago and he is the best dog my fiance and I have ever owned! He is truly our soul dog, temperament is incredible, so sweet, brilliant, calm yet playful, good with kids and all dogs, has personality, and is overall the best family dog. When he came home as a puppy he immediately knew sit, picked up on other tricks, and potty training was a breeze! He went to duck dog camp for 4 months and picked up quickly on his training. When in contact with Heather she was so kind and really wanted to make sure each puppy went to the right home! They sent photos of the puppies, play time with them, and stayed in contact to see how he was doing and if we needed any help she was there! She cares about every dog and it shows, they have a facebook group for Cane Creek puppy owners to post on to keep in touch with the puppies owners. We loved working with them and definitely will look their way in the future for a second dog!

    Isaac M.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

      • +4

    We had an amazing experience with Cane Creek Labradors! Heather was open and honest with all of our questions and maintained great communication throughout the entire process. She sent us plenty of pictures, keeping us updated as the puppies grew, which we really appreciated. On pick-up day, she provided us with a binder full of helpful information and gave us plenty of time to spend with the puppies before we picked ours out. It's clear how much they care about their litters and maintaining the highest standards for the breed. Our puppy has been the sweetest girl and is already learning so many commands in the couple weeks we’ve had her. She loves people, loves to snuggle and has been so easy going. They made this experience so smooth, we couldn’t be happier and highly recommend Cane Creek Labradors!

    Meredith M.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    Heather was very knowledgeable and had a lot of great information and tips to share with us at pickup! Through the time waiting before pickup day we received many pictures of the litter and got to see how each progressed. Was a very smooth process and would do again!

  • Sarah O.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    Heather quickly responded to my inquiry on Good Dog about one of her puppies. Her communication and knowledge were excellent. She gave a very comprehensive folder of information on my new puppy, Sammi. It could not have been a better experience. She kept me updated along the way. I am delighted with Sammi and Heather made the process flawless. 5 star all the way.

    Patrick M.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    Heather and her family exemplified integrity and a strong sense of loyalty and care about their dam and her pups. Heather was responsive and informative, setting our expectations through photos, texts and emails, then on pickup day hosting us in her home, talking through the paperwork and her well-thought-out education binder on puppy care and dog owner hacks, and spending more than half of our visit teaching and showing us professional training skills with our puppy. We were so lucky to have found a first-class Labrador from a breeder who behaves and cares like a foster plus has a trainer mentality. Thank you Heather and family for helping bring us together with our new family member!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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