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Commander Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm Kris H., the breeder behind Commander Labradors located in Corpus Christi, TX. We love to responsibly raise and train our puppies so they have the tools to be well-rounded, beloved family members. Early Neurological Stimulation is done on every puppy. All of our animals live in our home at all times. They are loved and treated like children.
Q. & A. with Kris
Why did you start breeding?
We got into breeding after a difficult search for a well-bred dog that came from thoroughly health tested & titled parents. We were surprised to find a shortage of such breeders. We believe that a dog should only be bred if it will better the breed. If it is not physically & temperamentally sound, its bloodlines should not be continued. We love Labradors & want them to thrive as a breed.What makes your program special?
All of our dogs have OFA certified hips/elbows. They all have annual CAER eye certifications. They all have echocardiograms done on their heart and are OFA certified. They are thyroid tested. We do an embark panel on every dog to ensure it is free from all genetic diseases. All of our female are 100% clear from genetic diseases. They are also Champions or Grand Champions in the show ring.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Kris
Kris 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 $499.93 deposit and -$499.93 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All Puppies will go home with a puppy binder and puppy kit, first set of vaccinations, deworming, vet checked, and microchipped. Puppy price is dependent upon the dog's potential to be a conformation dog. Please contact us directly for pricing. Deposit is only refundable if there is no puppy available for you.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kris 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 Kris 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 Kris 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 drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kris.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Corpus Christi, TX
5424 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport
5222 miles away
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More about Kris
Club memberships
Kris is a member of Corpus Christi Kennel Club, UKC, and AKC.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Kris has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Kris was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Kris is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Commander 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
Reese, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Reese
Reese is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kris decided to make her part of their program. Kris 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.
Dixie, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Dixie
Dixie is a dual registered AKC and UKC Labrador retriever. She is a UKC Grand Champion and finished 2022 as the number 5 Labrador in the United States. Her temperament is phenomenal. She is a high drive dog with an incredible off switch. She can be a couch potato or out dock diving, chasing birds, and playing a mean game of fetch. She's wonderful with children and other animals. She is such a blessing to our family, and many nights our children are debating over who gets to snuggle with her on the couch.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Commander 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 (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 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), 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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
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).
