Labradors of the Valley
- California
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Shannan W., the breeder behind Labradors of the Valley located in California. Quality, health-tested, and socialized dogs are the principal components of our success as reputable breeders. We’re proud of the seamless transition our puppies are able to make as fun, lovable family members.
Q. & A. with Shannan
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
Dark Green Collar
Went homeMale
Red Collar
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Shannan
Shannan 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
Contract & health guarantee
Shannan 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 Shannan 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 Shannan directly.
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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Shannan.
Breeder's location
Meet in California
Other pick-up locations
Meet in Sacramento, CA
More about Shannan
Shannan has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Shannan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Shannan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Labradors of the Valley 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
Cane, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Cane
Cane is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannan decided to make him part of their program. Shannan 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.
Canada, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Canada
Canada is an easy-going, loves everyone lab. She is a 59 pound show girl from Croatia. Genetically perfect with good/excellent hips and elbows.
Kenai, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Kenai
Kenai is a female Labrador Retriever about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannan decided to make her part of their program. Shannan 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
Great level
Labradors of the Valley 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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
