Crout Kennels

Susan C.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Gilbert, SC
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Meet the breeder

I'm Susan C., the breeder behind Crout Kennels located in Gilbert, SC. We ensure the health of our puppies by first completing genetic health screenings of their parents. Our puppies are born in our home and become integral members of our family. They’re a daily part of everything we do until they’re ready to join their forever families.

Q. & A. with Susan

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Our breeding journey began with a miniature Dachshund, named Gracey, who was our Daughter's best friend. She wanted to breed her just one time, so that others would have the opportunity to have a dog just as special as Gracey was. That was 13 years, and many dachshund litters ago! As our Dachshunds have retired, we made the transition to Labs. We have successfully bred, and whelped two litters.

  • What makes your program special?

    I have completed the Avidog "Your Litter A-Z" breeding online course. Our pups go through Early Neurological Stimulation, and Early Scent Introduction, Potty box conditioning, and socialization. They are raised in our home as part of our family. They become familiar with the day to day sounds of a household. This prepares them for an easy transition to their new homes.

  • 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Susan

Susan has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Susan partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes AKC registration, health guarantee, Vet exam with first vaccines, microchipping, and puppy socialization, and potty box conditioning. Deposits are non- refundable, but may be transferred to another litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Susan.

Breeder's location

Meet in Gilbert, SC

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Columbia,SC

Meet in Charlotte, NC

More about Susan

  • Susan has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years

    Susan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Susan’s links

Susan is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Crout Kennels 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Crout Kennels 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.

  • 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 Susan to bring home their puppies.

  • DR

    David R.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    Susan was so responsive and knowledgeable about our breed. You can tell Crout kennels knows exactly what they’re doing and care about their animals. She provided constant updates on the status of our dog, Dozer, and sent pictures and videos. In addition, she provided viable information for the continued health and care of Dozer.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.