Jamboree Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm Kate G., the breeder behind Jamboree Labradors located in Belvidere, IL. We are a small hobby breeder striving to produce and preserve the excellent structure, type, health, and temperament of Labradors. Our dogs are shown in AKC conformation and participate in hunt tests, rally, dock diving, and therapy work. We are dedicated to breeding sound, healthy puppies with the versatility to be calm family pets as well as participate in a variety of fun venues and fieldwork.
Q. & A. with Kate
Why did you start breeding?
We wanted to put our passion for Labs to good use. Breeding healthy, happy puppies is our way to give back to the breed and the families who love them. We want nothing more than to see each of our dogs and puppies shine.What makes your program special?
At Jamboree Labradors, we produce excellent companions. We understand the importance of dog health, temperament, and structure, and every breeding decision is made accordingly. We are also constantly improving our breeding program and work closely within the Labrador Retriever community to do so.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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Bravo
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Kate
Kate 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 $500 refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Your puppy will go home well-socialized with his or her first vaccine, a microchip with lifetime registration that I complete, a vet check up, a food starter kit, and lifetime support from me. Deposits are refundable if I don't have a puppy of your preferred color/sex available from a litter. Deposits for older puppies and dogs are refundable if you do not fall in love after meeting them.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kate 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 Kate 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 Kate 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 Kate.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Belvidere, IL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago Rockford Airport (was Northwest Chicagoland Airport at Rockford)
More about Kate
Club memberships
Kate is a member of Winnebago Labrador Retriever Club, Rock River Retrievers, and Madison Retriever Club.
Kate has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Kate was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Kate is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Jamboree 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
Nova, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Nova
Nova is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kate decided to make her part of their program. Kate 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.
Fettuccine, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Fettuccine
Fettuccine is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kate decided to make her part of their program. Kate 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.
Pepper, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Pepper
Pepper is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kate decided to make her part of their program. Kate 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.
Louis V, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Louis V
Louis V is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kate decided to make him part of their program. Kate 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.
Uploaded health tests
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Juniper, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Juniper
Juniper is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kate decided to make her part of their program. Kate 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.
Uploaded health tests
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Jamboree 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Copper Toxicosis, Labrador Retriever Type, 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).
