Cedar Key Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm Kara H., the breeder behind Cedar Key Labradors located in Charlottesville, VA. My goal is to produce a great representation of the Labrador Retriever and Beagle and to continue improving their line with each generation. I know the health and status of every dog I have bred and am proud of the temperament and conformation of my puppies. I can provide extensive knowledge and guidance for any family looking to bring home one of these wonderful dogs.
Q. & A. with Kara
Why did you start breeding?
I understand the very important role that breeders undertake; that today’s breeders are the guardians of the future dogs. I wanted to do my part to better these breeds. My breeding program strives to maintain the unique characteristics of the Labrador and Beagle breeds while placing an emphasis on producing puppies of superior health, temperament, and conformation.What makes your program special?
I am a handler of both Labrador Retrievers and Beagles. I do not breed my dogs unless they are fully healthy and genetically tested. I am dedicated to always having responsible policies when it comes to breeding, socializing, and training my pups. I love what I do and want the very best for my puppies and their forever families. I work with passion, heart, integrity, and truly want what's best for Labrador and Beagle lines.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and chocolate. 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.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Ted (from the Schitt's Creek Litter)
Went homeMale
Bob (from the Schitts Creek Litter)
Went homeMale
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David (from the Schitts Creek Litter)
Went homeMale
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Stevie (from the Schitts Creek Litter)
Went homeMale
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Alexis (from the Schitt's Creek Litter)
Went homeFemale
Johnny (from the Schitt's Creek Litter)
Went homeMale
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Rolland (from the Schitts Creek Litter)
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Kara
Kara 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
“All puppies are sold on AKC limited registration. A deposit holds your spot on the waitlist. The balance is due when you pick up your puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kara 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 Kara 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 Kara directly.
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
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Charlottesville, VA
4155 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Richmond Airport (Byrd Field)
4133 miles away
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More about Kara
Club memberships
Kara is a member of Labrador Retriever Club, Inc. and Labrador Retriever Club of the Potomac.
Kara has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Kara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Kara’s links
Kara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Cedar Key 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
Zephyr, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Zephyr
Zephyr has her Canine Good Citizen and Trick Dog Novice titles as well as winning both of her classes at the Labrador Retriever Club of the Potomac Fall Specialties. Both of her parents are AKC champions.
Callie, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Callie
Callie is a female Labrador Retriever about 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kara decided to make her part of their program. Kara 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.
Uploaded health tests
Elliptocytosis, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +15 more.
Bronson, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Bronson
Bronson is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kara decided to make him part of their program. Kara 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
Excellent level
Cedar Key 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.
Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD), Labrador Retriever Type, PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 4 (rcd4), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), Narcolepsy, Labrador Retriever Type, Myotubular Myopathy, Labrador Retriever Type, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Elliptocytosis, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Cystinuria Type 1A, Labrador Retriever Type, Copper Toxicosis, Labrador Retriever Type, 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).
