Grand River Labradors
- Grand Rapids, MI ·
- Responds within a few days
Available puppies and older dogs
Alter Ego
1 year old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Kathleen R., the breeder behind Grand River Labradors located in Grand Rapids, MI. We breed to preserve the unique characteristics of the English Labrador while considering a variety of traits, including health, conformation, and temperament. We emphasize the proper socialization and training of our puppies, including Puppy Culture and Empowered Puppy protocol, and strive to promote responsible dog ownership.
Q. & A. with Kathleen
Why did you start breeding?
Previous experience with breeding and showing other species gave us a fantastic foundation for understanding the importance of structure and genetics. Our first Lab Jed had dysplastic hips and we learned how important it is to have health testing and proper breeding in order to preserve the beautiful English Labrador.What makes your program special?
Over the years I have continued to learn and grow with respect to breeding pairs, correct conformation, species appropriate food, effects of toxins and successful socialization and exposure for puppies. We raise puppies holitically with a focus on incorporating ENS, Puppy Culture and Empowered Puppy protocol .What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are 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.
Grand River Labradors Echo's Summer Finale FINN
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Kathleen
Kathleen 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Kathleen partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“This puppy will be matched with a loving family who has been interviewed and passed our screening process. We are selective and careful with the homes are puppies are placed in. ”
Price
“Price includes puppy, AKC registration, microchip, two year health guarantee*, current enrollment in home Basic Obedience, and puppy paperwork. The deposit is non refundable and goes toward the total purchase price of $4500.00.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kathleen 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 Kathleen 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 Kathleen 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
- 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
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kathleen.
Breeder's location
Meet in Grand Rapids, MI
4207 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gerald R. Ford Airport
4201 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Kathleen can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Kathleen
Kathleen has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Kathleen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Kathleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Grand River 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 dogs
Echo, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Echo
Echo adores people, going on walks and chasing squirrels. She can find her ball to play fetch and then settle in for a good belly rub. She is AKC registered with all recommended health clearances including PENN Hips and OFA elbows.
Parent health testing
Great level
Grand River 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.
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).
