I'm Tina P., the breeder behind Champion Retrievers, Inc located in Pineville, LA. Our Labrador Retrievers are bred from phenomenal genetics to make a perfect companion, hunter, and competition prospect. We breed from the best of the field trial/hunt test pedigrees that are proven with titles of Grand Hunting Retriever Champion, Hunter Retriever Champion, Master Hunter, and Master National Hunters.
Q. & A. with Tina
Why did you start breeding?
I regularly participate in field and hunting trials and started breeding to continue and improve upon my prized Labrador lines. It is my passion to breed these incredible dogs and help ensure the future of the breed. My Labs win in various show avenues and, most importantly, in homes as loving family members.
What makes your program special?
I take great pride in training some of the finest duck dogs in the country for the duck hunting enthusiast. In addition, many of my dogs compete for titles in both the AKC and UKC hunt tests. All of my sires and dams are health tested for hips, eyes, elbows, EIC (Exercise-Induced Collapse), CNM (Centronuclear Myopathy), and dilute coloring. I am dedicated to continuing my phenomenal bloodlines in an effort to provide others with loving, healthy, and happy puppies.
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 a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Tina
Tina 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
Connect with Tina to learn more details about pricing.
“The price of my puppies varies depending on the pedigree and the titles the dogs hold that are bred. Deposits vary depending on the litter and are non-refundable unless the gender or color of the puppy is not available in the litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tina 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 Tina 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 Tina directly.
Champion Retrievers, Inc 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
Great level
Champion Retrievers, Inc 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.
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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), 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).