Gathering Branch Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm Shannon B., the breeder behind Gathering Branch Labradors located in Anna, TX. Our dogs are breed for health and gentle temperament to go home to a good family for either a family pet, used for hunting, or used as a service dog.
Q. & A. with Shannon
Why did you start breeding?
We have a love raising and training for Labradors.What makes your program special?
We offer great socialization and training to get your dog ready to take home. We also offer top of the line health care as well as a high quality bloodline.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.
Mabel
Went homeFemale
Brutus
Went homeMale
Leroy
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Shannon
Shannon 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
"The price includes guaranteed, AKC limited registration, deworming, first round of vaccinations (if desired), and initial veterinary check (if desired). Deposit will go towards the final purchase price of the Labrador."
Contract & health guarantee
Shannon 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 Shannon 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 Shannon directly.
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
- 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
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Basic obedience & manners
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Shannon.
Breeder's location
Meet in Anna, TX
5090 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Dallas Love Field
5128 miles away
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Meet in Princeton, TX
5097 miles away
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More about Shannon
Shannon has been a member of Good Dog for 4 months
Shannon was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Shannon is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Gathering Branch 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
Shannon B.
Program update on 02 Jan •Daddy is going to teach them how to swim before they leave!
Shannon B.
Program update on 02 Jan •Our amazing litter is all sold and about to go to their new home! They have been precious!
Shannon B.
Litter update on 09 Dec 2025 •They are opening their eyes and starting to walk!!
Otis and Pearl's litter
Shannon B.
Program update on 03 Dec 2025 •We have one male and one female left!
Parent dogs
Pearl, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Pearl
Pearl is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel.
Otis, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Otis
Otis is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
Uploaded health tests
DNA Disease Panel.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Gathering Branch 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
