Dog Ear Outfitters
- Isle, MN
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned Labrador Retriever litter
Due Nov. 2025
Ready Jan. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Mark S., the breeder behind Dog Ear Outfitters located in Isle, MN. Our dogs are not only proven in the hunt test arena but in the field as well. Many of our dogs guide at Dog Ear Lodge. We are located in Isle MN and guide near Winner SD in the heart of pheasant country where they see plenty of action. We hunt and hunt test all of our dogs. Mark is also an HRC Judge at the Finished and Seasoned level. We are always working toward a complete gundog. Dogs will keep you humble and always learning.
Q. & A. with Mark
Why did you start breeding?
I have always owned a good hunting dog. Once our kids were grown and gone it gave us more time to follow our passion for dogs. We have always focused on the family hunter and Labrador has always been our breed.What makes your program special?
Our dogs are not only titled and health tested, but they are also working dogs. Some of our dogs pickup 400 birds a season. We are producing pups out of proven hunters! These dogs go all day in the field and will lay in the lodge with our clients in the evening. That’s a good bird dog and companion! Trainability, temperament, & athleticism are all there!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.
Bullet
Went homeMale
Jetta
Went homeFemale
Ducati
Went homeFemale
Atticus
Went homeMale
Sherlock
Went homeMale
Pheobe
Went homeFemale
Hux
Went homeMale
Pryde
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Mark
Mark 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 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes first shots, vet check, microchip, ENS, introduced to wings and water, well socialized, and wormed at 2, 4, 6, & 8 weeks. Also Hip, elbow, & eye guarantees and breeder support. Deposits are $500 and only refunded in the event that your puppy is not born. Note: We can not control litter timelines.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mark 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 Mark 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 Mark 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mark.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Isle, MN
4327 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Minneapolis−Saint Paul Airport
4380 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Mark can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Mark
Club memberships
Mark is a member of Prairie Lakes Hunting Retriever Club, Hunting Retriever Club, Mt Rushmore HRC, and Mount Rushmore AKC.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., HRC Judge .
Mark has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Mark was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Mark is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dog Ear Outfitters 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
Rip, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Rip
Rip is a big lap dog that hunts. He is a gentle giant and a bit of a “Scooby Doo” in size, demeaned, and personality. If you could carry this big 80lb boy in a purse all day he would be delighted. He loves people, is a perfect gentleman, and gets along we everyone of every species. His pups are proving to be great all around family pets and hunters.
Bijou, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Bijou
Bijou is very mild mannered and still embraces everything that makes a lab so lovable. She likes to retrieve, play with toys, swim, cuddle, and play with other dogs. She is gentle and kind, which makes her an excellent house dog!
River, mom
Labrador Retriever
About River
River is very smart and very social. She loves people and enjoys parenting up or taking on a job. She loves to retrieve, loves her toys, and harassing the cats. She likes anything to do with water and birds.
Lear, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Lear
Lear is a little peanut smaller than breed standard. She is a whopping 38 lbs and what we call travel size. She has a high prey drive and loves to work but also like her grandparents has an excellent off switch as well. She is a wonderful hunter and family pet. She loves to be carried since she was a pup and Dad still indulges her.
Indie, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Indie
Indie is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mark decided to make her part of their program. Mark 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.
Rye, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Rye
Rye is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mark decided to make him part of their program. Mark 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.
Delta, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Delta
Delta is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mark decided to make her part of their program. Mark 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.
Boujee, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Boujee
Boujee is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mark decided to make her part of their program. Mark 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.
Goose, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Goose
Goose is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mark decided to make her part of their program. Mark 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.
Biggie, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Biggie
Biggie is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mark decided to make him part of their program. Mark 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.
Riot, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Riot
Riot is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mark decided to make her part of their program. Mark 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.
Legion, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Legion
Legion is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mark decided to make him part of their program. Mark 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.
Barrett, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Barrett
Barrett has been a once in a lifetime dog. We have never owned a dog so easy and so insanely talented. He is so easy to train that he makes us look good no matter what we do with him. He is the best upland guide dog here at our lodge and a wonderful family pet.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Dog Ear Outfitters 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.
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.
Brucellosis
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy (PRA-crd), Standard Wirehaired Dachshund Type, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Mark to bring home their puppies.
Rebecca B.
Verified owner · June 2025
They were amazing! Very helpful and responsive
Holly D.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
+5Mark and Shannon were great. They answered any questions I had and were very responsive throughout the entire process. They made this a very enjoyable experience and Mila is doing so great at her new home, we love her so much!
Chuck M.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Flurry is the sweetest, healthiest puppy, and I couldn’t be happier! Mark was professional, caring, and kept me updated throughout the process. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for a well-socialized and happy pup!
Steve L.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
Mark was great to work with. He met us halfway or a 3 hour drive for him and a 4 hour drive for us. Such a nice guy!
