I'm Marie A., the breeder behind KevMar Labradors located in Texarkana, AR. We are a hobby breeder of quality Labrador Retrievers. We believe temperament and Health are the most important qualities. We strive for beautiful, conformation correct dogs that have the "Labrador" temperament . Whether its a family companion , hunting companion or service animal. The trainability and people orientation is the hallmark of the breed.
Q. & A. with Marie
Why did you start breeding?
My main goal in breeding is to continue to produce my show prospects and performance prospects. I look to find exceptional homes for those that will not be staying in our program.
What makes your program special?
We strive to produce Labradors that are pleasing to look at, healthy, sound with exceptional temperaments.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Marie
Marie 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 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“A $500 deposit reserves your pick order . The deposit is refundable if correct gender or color is not available or if you are not 100 percent satisfied with puppy at pick up. A $500 deposit reserves your pick order . The deposit is refundable if correct gender or color is not available or if you are not 100 percent satisfied with puppy at pick up.”
Contract & health guarantee
Marie 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 Marie 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 Marie directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Marie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Texarkana, AR
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Texarkana Airport (Webb Field)
More about Marie
Club memberships
Marie is a member of Labrador Retriever Club, Inc., Hunting Retriever Club, Cen Tex Kennel Club , Heart Of Texas Labrador Retriever Club, and Heart of Texas Retriever Club .
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Puppy Culture Breeder, CHIC Certified, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, AKC Judge.
Marie has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Marie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
KevMar 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
Cowboy, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Cowboy
Cowboy is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marie decided to make him part of their program. Marie 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.
Patriot, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Patriot
Patriot is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marie decided to make him part of their program. Marie 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.
Inara, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Inara
Inara is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marie decided to make her part of their program. Marie 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.
Martina "Tina", mom
Labrador Retriever
About Martina "Tina"
Martina "Tina" is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marie decided to make her part of their program. Marie 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.
River, mom
Labrador Retriever
About River
River is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marie decided to make her part of their program. Marie 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.
Hoss, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Hoss
Hoss is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marie decided to make him part of their program. Marie 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.
Rio, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Rio
Rio is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marie decided to make him part of their program. Marie 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.
Pearl, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Pearl
Pearl is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marie decided to make her part of their program. Marie 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
Excellent level
KevMar 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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)
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).