I'm Linda B., the breeder behind Doe Run located in Rutland County, VT. We’re small, home-based Labrador Retriever breeders who love showing our dogs in the daytime just as much as we enjoy snuggling with them at night! We produce limited litters of quality puppies with a focus on health, soundness, and standard. We are passionate about our program and look forward to connecting with you!
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
I regularly participate in the show ring and started limited breedings to continue and improve upon my prized Labrador line. I strive to not only produce beautiful puppies and continue my phenomenal bloodlines, but to help set the standard for responsible breeding in order to ensure that the Labrador Retriever will continue to thrive for generations to come.
What makes your program special?
I am a premier breeder of quality Labrador Retrievers. I do not breed my dogs unless they are fully healthy and genetically tested. My priority is quality over quantity and my puppies are placed in loving homes that I have reviewed carefully. At Doe Run, beauty is a given, but producing healthy, loving, and physically sound Labradors is what I strive for.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Linda
Linda 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 Linda to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda directly.
Linda has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Linda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
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Linda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Doe Run 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
Doe Run 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.
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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).