Fetching Labrador Retrievers

Kirsten W.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Martinsburg, WV · 44 miles away

Meet the breeder

I'm Kirsten W., the breeder behind Fetching Labrador Retrievers located in Martinsburg, WV. Matching each family with the right puppy is the key to our success and yours. We are honored to bring another member of the family into your life!

Q. & A. with Kirsten

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Dogs have this innate ability to improve our quality of life. Having had several amazing dogs throughout my life, I decided I wanted to create quality pets that would enrich the lives of others.

  • What makes your program special?

    We extensively vet those we breed to ensure they are clear of genetic and skeletal defects while preserving the qualities and traits that make Labrador Retrievers versatile and great family pets.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black and chocolate. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Kirsten

Kirsten 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 $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Pricing includes the first round of vaccinations, deworming, microchipping, Vet exam, and health guarantees. Each puppy is eligible for registration with AKC. All deposits are considered non-refundable; however, in the event we cannot provide you with the sex or color of preference your deposit can be applied to the next litter or will be returned to you.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kirsten 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 Kirsten 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 Kirsten 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Martinsburg, WV

44 miles away

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More about Kirsten

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), American Kennel Club Canine College, CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Kirsten has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Kirsten was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Kirsten’s links

Kirsten is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Fetching 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Fetching 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.

  • 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.

  • D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), OFA/CHIC DNA Repository

    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 Kirsten to bring home their puppies.

  • Dan E.

    Verified owner · May 2026

      • +8

    Our Black Lab Luna is nearly 16 months old now, and she has truly become the joy of our lives. We are so grateful we found Kirsten and her family at Fetching Labradors. From the very beginning, Kirsten was wonderful throughout the entire adoption process. She sent weekly updates during the litter’s early development, including pictures, videos, and thoughtful notes about the puppies and their emerging personalities. It made us feel connected to Luna long before we brought her home. Once we committed to Luna, Kirsten stayed in close communication and helped coordinate all the pickup logistics. She also gave us incredibly helpful guidance for Luna’s first days at home and even included a thoughtful little care package. One of our favorite parts of the experience was meeting Luna’s parents. It was so special getting a sense of what Luna might look and act like as an adult, and seeing them interact together really reinforced how well-loved and well-cared-for these dogs are. Overall, this was an awesome experience with a very knowledgeable, caring, and exceedingly ethical breeder. Luna is everything we could have hoped for in a Labrador — smart, loving, beautiful, and full of personality. We can’t recommend Fetching Labradors highly enough.

  • Barbara S.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2022

    Kirsten Ward from Fetching Labrador Retrievers was so great helping us find our perfect puppy and new family member. She was very responsive and answered all questions. Her puppies are so well cared for and part of her family. Our new furry family member is doing so great and is so loved. 😍 I am so grateful.

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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.

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