Heckert's Labradors
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Meet the breeder
I'm Carleen H., the breeder behind Heckert's Labradors located in Stanley, VA. I want to make the transition from my loving home to yours as seamless as possible by giving personal attention to each little pup to ensure it is well-rounded and prepared to excel in its forever home.
Q. & A. with Carleen
Why did you start breeding?
The love of making a family happy and creating a life long partner for people that may not have that bond otherwise.What makes your program special?
My dogs :)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.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 7
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 7
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Dakota
Went homeMale
Washington
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Carleen
Carleen 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $600 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes health record, 1st shots, appropriate worming and start off of food.”
Contract & health guarantee
Carleen 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 Carleen 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 Carleen 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 Carleen.
Puppy pick-up locations
Meet in Stanley, VA
Meet at CHO airport
More about Carleen
Carleen has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Carleen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Carleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Heckert's 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
All breeds
Labrador Retriever
Bernedoodle
Poodle
Labradoodle
Molley, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Molley
Molley is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carleen decided to make her part of their program. Carleen 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.
Emia, mom
Bernedoodle
About Emia
Emia is a female Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carleen decided to make her part of their program. Carleen 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.
Ricky, dad
Poodle
About Ricky
Ricky is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Carleen decided to make him part of their program. Carleen 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.
Tuckert, dad
Poodle
About Tuckert
Tuckert is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Carleen decided to make him part of their program. Carleen 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.
Mattie, mom
Labradoodle
About Mattie
Mattie is a female Labradoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carleen decided to make her part of their program. Carleen 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Heckert's 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 (Preliminary)
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 (Preliminary)
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)
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).
