Cross Creek Kennels, Inc
- Crockett, TX
Meet the breeder
I'm Helena L., the breeder behind Cross Creek Kennels, Inc located in Crockett, TX. over 29years of experience in breeding Labrador Retrievers and extensive expertise in dog training, our facility is dedicated to nurturing and developing exceptional dogs.
Q. & A. with Helena
Why did you start breeding?
My husband Matt purchased Cross Creek Kennel (a retriever training facility) in 1995 and we married in 2000, since then I've been over the breeding program.What makes your program special?
With over 29years of experience in breeding Labrador Retrievers and extensive expertise in dog training, our facility is dedicated to nurturing and developing exceptional dogs. When we have the opportunity to train our puppies, we get to know them beyond just their appearance. We see their unique personalities and potential, ensuring they grow into well-trained, remarkable companions.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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
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3rd Pick Black Male ( HRCH Conan X Shady)
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3rd pick black female ( HRCH Conan X Shady)
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Black Female ( HRCH Conan X Shady)
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Yellow female (HRCH Ranger QA2 x HR Reef)
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2nd Pick Yellow Female (HRCH Ranger QA2 x HR Reef)
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1st Pick Black Female (HRCH Ranger QA2 x HR Reef)
Went homeFemale
Orange Black Female
Went homeFemale
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1st Pick Yellow Female (HRCH Ranger QA2 x HR Reef)
Went homeFemale
Black Male
Went homeMale
4th Pick Black Male
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Helena
Helena 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 $400 non-refundable deposit and between $500 - $2,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes, guarantee, 1st round of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy socialization. Non-refundable, except if you place a deposit before the litter is whelped and we are unable to provide the specific puppy you requested.”
Contract & health guarantee
Helena 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 Helena 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 Helena 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Helena.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Crockett, TX
5156 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Dallas Love Field
5128 miles away
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Meet in Dallas, TX
5129 miles away
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More about Helena
Club memberships
Helena is a member of Ravens Way Hunting Retriever Club and Hunting Retriever Club.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Helena has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Helena was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Helena is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Cross Creek Kennels, 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 dogs
Spark, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Spark
We trained and own Spark, she's a wonderful house dog as well as hunt test competition dog. She's been lightly hunted. Spark received her HRCH this spring and will be working toward her Master Hunter Title soon. She has great drive and willingness to learn and train. OFA Hips: LR-275088G24F (Good) OFA Elbow: LR-EL122086F24 (Normal) CNM: Clear EIC: Clear AKC reg: SS33099303 PRA: Clear D LOCUS: DD - Dilute Free
Great health testing
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), +4 more.
Reef, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Reef
Reef is such great dog, she's a great family dog as well as a hunting dog. She has her Hunting Retriever Champion Title and Senior Hunter Title. She enjoys learning new things and retrieving. When she is not running, she's hanging out in the house with me. HR Cross Creek's Coral Reefer Parents: Bakbay Supernova MH QA2 x Cross Creek's Chillin Under the Palapa Grandparents Sire's side: FC Blackwater's Last Resort x HRCH UH Bakbay Lunar Eclipse MH Grandparents Dam's Side: HRCH Cross Creek's Hero or Zero SH x Nabor's Lady JH OFA Hips: LR-263013G28F-C-PI Good Eye CERF/CAER: PRA Tested - Clear OFA Elbow: LR-EL110780F28-C-PI Normal CNM: Clear EIC: Clear AKC reg: SS17093401 PRA: Clear DM- Clear HNPK- Clear Cystinuria- Clear D-Locus - clear Her pedigree is filled with a mixture of Field Trial and Hunt Test dogs.
Great health testing
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), +7 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Cross Creek Kennels, 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.
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM)
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 Helena to bring home their puppies.
Daryl S.
Verified owner · Aug. 2024
Helena was great, very quick to respond to all my text. All my questions answered very quickly. Pick up day went very smoothly and all records were easy to understand. Dixie is beautiful and healthy.
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Ruby B.
Verified owner · Aug. 2024
Helena was amazing! Easy to reach and responded fast and answered all questions I had. Zoey has been so easy to train and was easy to join our family. Crate training took no more then a week and gets along with my 2 year old daugher and my Pug since day 1. I would highly recommend Cross Creek Kennels.
