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Carter Farm
Meet the breeder
I'm Matt C., the breeder behind Carter Farm located in Verona, PA. We're new breeders starting a small program. We hope to help provide families with quality puppies as we continue to learn & grow! We just adore this breed and can't wait to share our love for them with you! We are passionate breeders and are dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding practices. We do all that we can to make sure our pups get the best care and go to the best homes!
Q. & A. with Matt
Why did you start breeding?
I wanted to provide loving puppies who've received all the best behavioral care.What makes your program special?
These are sweet puppies who will have a head start on training and obedienceWhat are the different breed sizes in your program?
Labradoodle puppies include miniature and medium sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Labrador Retriever puppies are chocolate. Labradoodle puppies are black. 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.
Chandler
Went homeMale
Tolkien
Went homeMale
Lewis
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Matt
Matt 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 $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes both sets of puppy vaccinations, deworming, vet check, socialization and beginning training.”
Contract & health guarantee
Matt 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 Matt 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 Matt 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 fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Matt.
Puppy pick-up locations
Matt will coordinate all the details with you.
Meet in Verona, PA
4095 miles away · Matt's location
Meet at LBE airport
4088 miles away near Latrobe, PA
Meet at PIT airport
4111 miles away near Pittsburgh, PA
Puppy transport options
Matt offers options to safely drop-off your new puppy.
More about Matt
Certifications & recognitions
Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.
Matt has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Matt was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
MC
Matt is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Carter Farm 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
Mousse, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Mousse
Mousse is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Matt decided to make her part of their program. Matt 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
Labradoodle
Labrador Retriever
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Carter Farm 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 Labradoodles.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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)
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).
