Kickass Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm Whitney R., the breeder behind Kickass Labradors located in Compton, IL. We breed Labrador Retrievers with a focus on health, temperament, and performance. Our dogs are on the smaller-framed end of the standard and suited for competitive performance homes. They are high-energy with a desire to work, and thrive in active sport homes.
Q. & A. with Whitney
Why did you start breeding?
I've been fortunate to own this breed for 19 + years and participated in dog sport events with every lab that has been a part of my life. Through that time, I've learned what makes a puppy an ideal performance companion. I've also had battles with health issues in past dogs that has taught me so much about the breed, the importance of health testing, and the role that environment and upbringing have on quality of life.What makes your program special?
Our breeding plans are largely focused on health and temperament. Collecting data on the lineage of our foundation dogs and their health/lifespans was the first step in putting together a program we are proud of. Work ethic is also something I strive for in my program. Our dogs and their offspring hold many titles in agility, scentwork, shed hunting, dock diving, hunt tests, obedience, disc, rally, and more.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are 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.
Linguini
Went homeFemale
Macaroni
Went homeMale
Tortellini
Went homeMale
Spaghetti
Went homeMale
Fettuccine
Went homeFemale
Ravioli
Went homeFemale
Mostaccioli
Went homeFemale
Manicotti
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Whitney
Whitney 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 $0 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Whitney 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 Whitney 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 Whitney 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 Whitney.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Compton, IL
4389 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport
4332 miles away
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More about Whitney
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, CHIC Certified.
Whitney has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Whitney was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Whitney is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Kickass 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
Jukebox, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Jukebox
Jukebox is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Whitney decided to make her part of their program. Whitney 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.
Felix, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Felix
Felix is a male Labrador Retriever over 11 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Whitney decided to make him part of their program. Whitney 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
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI).
Rumor, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Rumor
Rumor is a female Labrador Retriever over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Whitney decided to make her part of their program. Whitney 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
Dentition, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, +6 more.
Pixel, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Pixel
Pixel is a female Labrador Retriever about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Whitney decided to make her part of their program. Whitney 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.
Great health testing
Dentition, Patellar Luxation, +13 more.
Loxley, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Loxley
Loxley is a female Labrador Retriever about 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Whitney decided to make her part of their program. Whitney 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
Kickass 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 (Preliminary), 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.
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.
Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), Macular Corneal Dystrophy, MCD (CHST6), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome (CMS), Labrador Retriever Type, 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).
