Higher Ground Labradors
- Eaton Rapids, MI
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Blue Collar Yellow Male
Ready Jan. 6, 2026
1 week old · Male
Orange Collar Black Male
Ready Jan. 6, 2026
1 week old · Male
Yellow Collar Black Male
Ready Jan. 6, 2026
1 week old · Male
Green Collar Black Male
Ready Jan. 6, 2026
1 week old · Male
Black Collar Yellow Male
Ready Jan. 6, 2026
1 week old · Male
Red Collar Yellow Male
Ready Jan. 6, 2026
1 week old · Male
Lola
Ready Dec. 14
5 weeks old · Female
Nestlé
Ready now
9 weeks old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Lisa, the breeder behind Higher Ground Labradors located in Eaton Rapids, MI. I breed homegrown and loved Labrador Retrievers. I breed English Labradors that have great temperaments, are healthy as well as beautiful, and will make the best dog for whatever your needs are.... from our family to yours.
Q. & A. with Lisa
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up on a farm and have had animals in my life from a very young age. The Labrador is one of the smartest, ready to please, gracious and most beautiful dogs on earth. The Labrador is the best all around dog for families and for being able to do anything you're interested in. After having Labs in my life, I knew they were the best choice for my breeding program.What makes your program special?
I am a responsible, ethical breeder and work hard to make great dogs out of the puppies we raise. Our puppies are well socialized and come vet checked, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations and de-wormings. They also come with a lifetime guarantee against certain diseases known to Labradors and a 28 month guarantee against hip and elbow dysplasia. I raise for health, temperament and beauty.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 and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Adam
Went homeMale
Gideon
Went homeMale
Daniel
Went homeMale
Benjamin
Went homeMale
Ephraim
Went homeMale
Frankincense
Went homeMale
Millie
Went homeFemale
Caleb
Went homeMale
Hershey's Kisses
Went homeFemale
Love Dove
Went homeFemale
Mars
Went homeMale
Ferrero
Went homeMale
Whitman
Went homeMale
Ghirardelli
Went homeMale
Tina
ReservedFemale
Bugs Bunny
ReservedMale
Daffy
ReservedMale
Pink Collar Black Female
ReservedFemale
Purple Collar Black Female
ReservedFemale
Yellow Collar Yellow Female
ReservedFemale
Pink Collar Yellow Female
ReservedFemale
Green Collar Black Female
ReservedFemale
Orange Collar Black Female
ReservedFemale
Aragorn
Went homeMale
Arwen
Went homeFemale
Albite - Boy 2
Went homeMale
Garnet - Girl 7
Went homeFemale
Emerald - Boy 1
Went homeMale
Amethyst - Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Lapis Lazuli - Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Beryl - Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Diamond - Girl 8
Went homeFemale
Ruby - Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Quartz - Boy 3
Went homeMale
Amber - Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Opal - Girl 5
Went homeFemale
"Joy"
Went homeFemale
"Seb" (Sebastian)
Went homeMale
"Passion"
Went homeFemale
Yoda
Went homeMale
Padme
Went homeFemale
Luke
Went homeMale
Vader
Went homeMale
Obi Wan
Went homeMale
Leia
Went homeFemale
Rey
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Lisa
Lisa 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and $3,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
“Prices vary depending on the pedigree of litter parents, and depending on the training that the puppy has had. A $300.00 deposit is required to hold your puppy for you. Deposit is applied to the purchase price of puppy. It is transferable to another litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lisa 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 Lisa 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 Lisa directly.
Always communicate and pay on Good Dog.Learn more
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
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lisa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Eaton Rapids, MI
4186 miles away
·
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
4151 miles away
·
Meet in Lansing, MI
4172 miles away
·
More about Lisa
Lisa has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Lisa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Lisa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Higher Ground 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
Ranee, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Ranee
Ranee has a very nice topline with a beautiful head. She has such a sweet, enduring and polite disposition. She loves to fetch and loves everyone she meets. Ranee is a very smart, quick learner, and will sit by our side patiently waiting for our attention. Our sweet, faithful Ranee is pretty special!
Uploaded health tests
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Buttercup, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Buttercup
Buttercup is a sweet girl that loves being the center of attention and gets along with everyone. She loves playing with children and loves to play outside. She loves playing fetch and loves being with her humans.
Merita, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Merita
Merita has an amazing topline, is large boned and has great structure. She has a nice blocky head with a beautiful, chocolate coat. She is always looking to play a game of fetch and never tires with it, but she loves to relax and stay by our side when we tire out. Merita is such a faithful, hearty, enduring girl. She definitely deserves our merit.
Rosa, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Rosa
Rosa is such a big sweetheart! She likes to run and play, but is most happy just laying around and snuggling in your lap. She is big boned and has great English Labrador show line features. Rosa produces beautiful puppies that have great, lovable temperaments just like her.
Strider, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Strider
Strider is such a fun loving guy! He is active and loves playing fetch, but likes staying right by your side. He is larger boned with the great features of the English Labrador show lines. Strider listens well and has such a great personality that everyone loves.
Thunderbolt, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Thunderbolt
Thunderbolt is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lisa decided to make him part of their program. Lisa 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.
Vindicator, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Vindicator
Vindicator is a male Labrador Retriever over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lisa decided to make him part of their program. Lisa 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
Higher Ground 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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Lisa to bring home their puppies.
Shelly T.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
My husband and I are thrilled with the puppy we purchased from Lisa at High Ground Labradors. Our Magnum (previously known at Daniel from Rosa and Strider’s litter “Seven Brothers and one Sister”) is a high quality AKC registered black Labrador. We receive compliments all the time from people who know labs. They say: “he’s a gorgeous/beautiful pup”, “you’ve got a good one”, “he’s soooooooo sweet”, “beautiful coat”, and many more praises. We always give credit to Lisa and her team of family helpers who love on and work with these puppies daily. The pups are raised in a family environment and are trained right away. When we met Magnum and his brother at 11 weeks, the pups did not jump up, knew “sit”, “wait”, “go potty”, “eat”, how to walk on lead, partially potty trained, and crate trained. Having already learned these commands and skills are priceless benefits when bringing home a new puppy! Lisa is beyond thorough with DNA and health testing information for your specific puppy, microchipping, AKC registration information (for yellow and black), AKC bloodline charts, raising puppy information, business contract, vet checks and health records, and more. She’s detailed oriented and walked us through everything. And Lisa has been available to us through every part of our journey with Magnum. She works faithfully to assure the pups she’s brought into this world thrive in the new families in which they will live. Her love, care, dedication, and great business practices extend beyond the day the pup goes home. My husband and I feel like we truly have a relationship with Lisa and give thanks to God for connecting us to her. Our experience has been fantastic and Magnum is truly a blessing in our lives. HE’S SO SMART! 😍 (Thanks again, Lisa! You’re the bestest!🐶🥰)
Laurel C.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
Lisa was wonderful to work with! She was responsive with any questions we had and provided update pictures/videos as we waited for pickup day. When we arrived for our meet and greet, we got to meet the adults as well as the puppies at her home. You can tell all of the dogs in her care are happy and thriving. She does such a great job preparing the puppies for the transition into their new homes. Gertie is a wonderful addition to our family and we wouldn’t hesitate to get another dog from Lisa in the future.
Courtney R.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
+5Lisa was very informative & knowledgeable and made the whole adoption process so easy! I didn’t pick up my sweet boy Vader till he was closer to 5 months and we and our vet was very impressed with the amount of care and compassion she shows these animals. Good dog made it easy to connect with breeders near me as well!
McKenna I.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
Lisa was great to work with! She sent weekly updates and answered all our questions. We highly recommend Higher Ground Labradors
JSJohn S.
Verified owner · Nov. 2024
Hi Lisa, Obi Wan is doing great. You and your team working with Obi Wan really helped. He still waits until we tell him to "Eat" before he walks to his dish and he sat the first time we told him to "Sit". He was almost house trained from the first day home (only a few accidents, mostly our fault). He now comes over to me and barks when he wants to go out (he is training us, I don't even know how to teach him to bark). We receive compliments about him whenever we go for a walk, we give you full credit. He has learned a few new words for our walks: "Come" When he seems to be smelling too long in the same spot. "Drop It" When he picks up a stone, stick, berry from a tree, acorn, or walnut. "Walk" When he pulls on the leash, dragging me down the street. He is getting better, any ideas. Obi Wan likes his walks seeing other people and dogs. He just stares at the squirrels. You were right he is very intelligent. Obi Wan recently received a puzzle toy. I just a few minutes he discovered how to open the trap doors that contained the dog biscuits. Just like you, we limit Obi Wan's treats. He responds to the dog biscuits and likes strawberries, apples, and banana. I will send more later including pictures. He has grown. John,
BMBrianna M.
Verified owner · Apr. 2024
Lisa with Higher Ground Labradors was a pleasure to work with! She responded right away and answered any questions I had for her. Before getting the chance to meet our new puppy, Lisa provided numerous updates and pictures. She made the adoption process extremely easy and took the time to explain everything regarding the adoption process and even ways to help my puppy transition to her new home. I am very thankful for Lisa and I definitely recommend anyone looking for a new puppy to give her a call!
