Dunn’s Marsh Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm Deb H., the breeder behind Dunn’s Marsh Labradors located in Madison, WI. Occasionally breed (every 1-3 years). My goal is to produce sound, healthy Labs who look like Labradors and have their instincts. I work hard to breed healthy, happy puppies, and I take great pride in my breeding program.
Q. & A. with Deb
Why did you start breeding?
I was interested in breeding and had a neighbor who showed and bred an Irish Setters. He was also a conformation judge. He helped me get started. I wasn’t thrilled with the appearance of my first Labs so I found a mentor to help me improve on what I was breeding.What makes your program special?
My dogs are excellent representatives of the breed. They love to work but are easy to live within the house. Some of the offspring of my dogs are service dogs, therapy dogs and I bred Wisconsin’s first Conservation Dog, Tilia, who works for Mequon Nature Center.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Deb
Deb 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 $400 refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Once pups are born and thriving if I am sure I will have a puppy available I ask for a deposit.”
Contract & health guarantee
Deb 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 Deb 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 Deb 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Deb.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Madison, WI
4335 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Milwaukee Mitchell Airport
4285 miles away
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More about Deb
Deb has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Deb was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Deb’s links
Deb is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dunn’s Marsh 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
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Dunn’s Marsh 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.
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), 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).
