Double Banded Labradors

Mary Frances C.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

Meet the breeder

I'm Mary Frances C., the breeder behind Double Banded Labradors located in Comer, AL. I breed Labrador Retrievers to preserve the breed I am passionate about. I aim to produce puppies bred to the standard for temperament, conformation, and health. I also aim to preserve retrieving drive and hunting abilities. All breeding dogs have health clearances.

Q. & A. with Mary Frances

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I loved our dogs and thought I would enjoy breeding and raising puppies. I also thought I could do a good job producing healthy puppies. One of our first dogs had hip dysplasia and came from one untested parent. I did not want others to experience the same. Though, some things I learned the hard way. But I have always strived to learn and have excellent breeding practices.

  • What makes your program special?

    There are not many Labrador breeders who show their dogs in the ring and also prove them in the field. That is our goal. We want to produce beautiful dogs that conform to the breed standard and can go in the ring, but also be a pleasure in the field and home.

  • 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.

Getting a puppy from Mary Frances

Mary Frances 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.

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 $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes AKC registration, microchip, first vaccination from Vet, Vet examination, 26 month health guarantee. Prices vary by litter. Puppies are priced the same regardless of color and gender. Deposits are applied to the cost of the puppy. Deposits are required to reserve a puppy and are accepted once pregnancy is confirmed. A waiting list is used until this time.”

Contract & health guarantee

Mary Frances 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 Mary Frances 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 Mary Frances 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
      • 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
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Comer, AL

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta Airport

More about Mary Frances

  • Club memberships

    Mary Frances is a member of Greater Atlanta Labrador Retriever Club.

  • Mary Frances has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Mary Frances was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Mary Frances’s links

Mary Frances is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Double Banded Labradors 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

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Double Banded Labradors 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.

  • Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), 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).

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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.

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.