I'm Caroline N., the breeder behind Hunter’s Moon Labradors located in Creswell, OR. We raise Labrador Retrievers from exceptional field bloodlines who will become outstanding field retrievers, athletes, and excellent family companions. Our goal is to breed great puppies for hunting and athletic homes that will also be cherished family companions when a great day of hunting, competing, or playing is over.
Q. & A. with Caroline
Why did you start breeding?
We purchased a chocolate lab from a breeder (Sagecreek Kennels) as a gift for my wife. I fell in love with the breed and eventually developed a desire to raise quality labs for families and individuals who wanted a working family companion. We have since purchased several more dogs from Sagecreek. The eldest is 14 and doing well.
What makes your program special?
It is very important to us as breeders that our puppies go to homes where they will be cherished companions AND working members of their families. We define working somewhat loosely to include families who will hunt with their dog, go hiking and camping, have the dog as a service animal, or participate in different dog sports, such as scent work, dock diving, hunt tests, obedience, CAT and FASTCAT.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and chocolate. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Caroline
Caroline 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 between $1,000 - $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The deposit is to reserve a puppy, so as that puppy will not be advertised after they are chosen, the deposit is non refundable. We ask for a $300 non refundable deposit to hold a puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Caroline 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 Caroline 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 Caroline directly.
Hunter’s Moon 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Hunter’s Moon 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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).