Kempkers Kennels
Meet the breeder
I'm Zackary K., the breeder behind Kempkers Kennels located in Van Buren, MI. We breed labs to better the breed and establish a positive reputation. The goal we set and which I believe is still the most important, is to produce healthy puppies that make a well-rounded character in an adult dog.
Q. & A. with Zackary
Why did you start breeding?
We received a dog with bad hip dysplasia when I was young. We wanted to better the breed an make sure that never happens to anyone like it did to me.What makes your program special?
Our dogs are our world and they are all hunting dogs and get to go out multiple times a year on hunts with us.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.
Getting a puppy from Zackary
Zackary 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 $100 refundable deposit and between $650 - $1,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Zackary 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 Zackary 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 Zackary 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
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 Zackary.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Van Buren, MI
| ← | Move left |
| → | Move right |
| ↑ | Move up |
| ↓ | Move down |
| + | Zoom in |
| - | Zoom out |
| Home | Jump left by 75% |
| End | Jump right by 75% |
| Page Up | Jump up by 75% |
| Page Down | Jump down by 75% |
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gerald R. Ford Airport
More about Zackary
Zackary has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Zackary was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Zackary’s links
Zackary is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Kempkers Kennels 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
Kempkers Kennels 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.
