DNR Labrador Retrievers
Meet the breeder
I'm Diane J., the breeder behind DNR Labrador Retrievers located in St. Clair County, MI. DNR Labrador Retrievers' established in 1986, located in Michigan. Our goal has been to protect the quality of the Labrador Retriever as a breed. We start with great temperaments, then make sure they are sound of the body through health tests. Our Labrador Retriever puppies are out of carefully planned breedings to ensure and promote the great, outstanding companion dog the Labrador is known to be. Whether you want to hunt, obedience, conformation, or a couch potato, these pups have the aptitude to be versatile enough to do it all.
Q. & A. with Diane
Why did you start breeding?
When we purchased our first Labrador, we had no idea about breeding her, but when you live with a Lab they steal your heart, and we were hooked. And so it began, learning the pedigrees, clearances, joining the LRC, with even more learning, showing conformation, obedience, and doing what they do best duck hunting.What makes your program special?
We try our very best to breed a healthy, smart, good looking dog, with the temperament that Labradors are known for. When finding our pups a new home, we do our very best to find a forever home. If we do have a problem with the owner, we want the dog to come back to us. We will take the time to find a new home. We microchip our pups if lost or stolen we can get them back where they belong.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black 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.
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Diane
Diane 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 $500 refundable deposit and $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our pups are all the same price regardless of color or male or female. We require deposit after the pups are whelped when we know what we have, and if we are able to help you with your quest.”
Contract & health guarantee
Diane 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 Diane 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 Diane 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
- Car rides
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Registration
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Diane.
Breeder’s location
Meet in St. Clair County, MI
383 miles away
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More about Diane
Diane has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Diane was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Diane’s links
Diane is a trusted Good Dog breeder
DNR Labrador Retrievers 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
PEARL, mom
Labrador Retriever
About PEARL
PEARL is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Diane decided to make her part of their program. Diane 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.
TORI, mom
Labrador Retriever
About TORI
TORI is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Diane decided to make her part of their program. Diane 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.
ADAM, dad
Labrador Retriever
About ADAM
ADAM is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Diane decided to make him part of their program. Diane 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
DNR Labrador Retrievers 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.
Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)
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).
