Ironcreek Labs LLC

Karen & Will L.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

Meet the breeder

I'm Karen & Will L., the breeder behind Ironcreek Labs LLC located in Thurmont, MD. We raise health tested, quality AKC American Field Labrador Retrievers on our 50-acre farm located at the foothills of the Catoctin Mountains. All our dogs are treated like family. They sleep in the house with us and help with daily farm chores. Many of them also successfully perform in AKC Hunt Tests and are excellently trained. We look forward to connecting with you!

Q. & A. with Karen & Will

  • Why did you start breeding?

    As recent empty nesters, we purchased a fox red Lab and were drawn successfully into AKC hunt tests for our new pup. Thoroughly enjoying it all and having spent childhoods around the breeding world, along with the space on our 50-acre farm, we chose to re-enter raising dogs and puppies with our various resources in order to bring other families the joy we both have appreciated so much by owning Labrador Retrievers.
  • What makes your program special?

    We have a more family-oriented and holistic approach to bringing a new puppy life into the world. When you visit us, you will see dogs enjoying our farm. They are allowed to socialize in packs, which is a more natural way of living for canines versus traditional kennels. All dogs sleep in the house every night and are fed top-quality food, much of which is human grade. Our dogs work hard, play hard, love hard, and are part of the family!
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black 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.

Getting a puppy from Karen & Will

Karen & Will 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $1,250 - $2,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes limited AKC registration and early puppy socialization. Deposit non-refundable and secures buyers spot on wait list.”

Contract & health guarantee

Karen & Will 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 Karen & Will 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 Karen & Will 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 Karen & Will.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Thurmont, MD

4039 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Baltimore/Washington Airport

4029 miles away

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More about Karen & Will

  • Club memberships

    Karen & Will is a member of Labrador Retriever Club Of The Potomac and Keystone Labrador Retriever Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Karen & Will has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years

    Karen & Will was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Karen & Will’s links

Karen & Will is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Ironcreek Labs LLC 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Ironcreek Labs LLC 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.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), 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).

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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