I'm Travis K., the breeder behind Kilgore’s Labrador Retrievers located in West Liberty, OH. Our dogs are bred for health and temperament. We focus on trainability, socialization skills, the health & temperament of each Labrador, and improving the breed. Our Labs are part of the family. Socialization begins immediately, with children, other dogs and cats in our home.
Q. & A. with Travis
Why did you start breeding?
At KLR, we strive to ensure that every litter is the result of conscientious planning, including consideration of parents' temperament & physical well-being, clearances for hereditary diseases, pedigree and parentage.
What makes your program special?
We start socializing the pups early on, we crate train and begin potty training the puppies before their departure. We have acreage for the puppies and adult animals to roam, a pool to start introducing water, ducks in the pond to introduce wings, & time to give to each and every pup. We begin working with their basic training; vocally and with hand signals.
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.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 7
Went home
Female
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Travis
Travis 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 $1,600 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC Registration (limited only), AKC Reunite microchip enrollment, a 2 year health guarantee, 30 days of Trupanion pet insurance courtesy of KLR, & lifetime breeder support. This $250 deposit holds your spot on our waiting list for a puppy, or a puppy already on the ground less than 8 weeks old. Deposits are non-refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Travis 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 Travis 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 Travis directly.
Kilgore’s Labrador Retrievers 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
Litter and program updates
Travis K.
Program update on 29 Nov. •
Confirming pregnancy in 3 weeks! All chocolate labradors are expected to arrive in Jan, with a going home date in March. We still have some spots available on our waiting list. Don't delay, contact us today for more info. All KLR labs are AKC registered (limited), microchipped, dewormed accordingly for size/age, & vetted by a licensed veterinarian. KLR puppies come with a 2 yr health guarantee, lifetime breeder support, 30 days of Trupanion pet insurance courtesy of KLR, & a generous starter pack. We start crate & potty training as well. All KLR breeding labs have been genetically health tested & carry OFA prelims @ minimum. We are KLR!
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Travis K.
Program update on 29 Nov. •
Confirming pregnancy December 11th! Fox red (yellow) & standard yellow coat colors are expected from this (repeat) planned pairing. One or two long coats are also possible! Expected to arrive in January & ready to depart in March 2026. We have already started the waiting list. Don't delay, contact us today for details! All KLR labs are AKC registered (limited), microchipped, dewormed accordingly for size/age, & vetted by a licensed veterinarian. KLR puppies come with a 2 yr health guarantee, lifetime breeder support, 30 days of Trupanion pet insurance courtesy of KLR, & a generous starter pack. We start crate & potty training as well. All KLR breeding labs have been genetically health tested & carry OFA prelims @ minimum. We are KLR!
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Parent dogs
Sammi, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Sammi
Sammi is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Travis decided to make her part of their program. Travis 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.
Maggie, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Maggie
Maggie is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Travis decided to make her part of their program. Travis 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.
LiLo, mom
Labrador Retriever
About LiLo
LiLo is a female Labrador Retriever over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Travis decided to make her part of their program. Travis 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
Kilgore’s Labrador Retrievers 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 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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Full Embark Panel
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).