Lake Julia Labradors

Natalie R.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Remsen, NY
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Meet the breeder

I'm Natalie R., the breeder behind Lake Julia Labradors located in Remsen, NY. My husband, Jim, and I got our first lab in 1979. It was love at first sight for us, and still is 45 years later! Our current pack consists of 9 English and 1 American Lab, ranging from 15 years, to 6 months, all living, sleeping and eating with us in our home on the Black River. We are fortunate to share with them all that the Southern Adirondacks has to offer, swimming, boating, hiking and snowshoeing throughout the year. We only have one to two litters a year, and most of our puppies go to family, friends, or clients.

Q. & A. with Natalie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    The desire to better and preserve the breed made me decide to have my first litter!

  • What makes your program special?

    I have always been the “go to” person for Labs in my circle. I love finding the right puppy parent for every pup, and keeping in touch! They become fast friends as soon as their new pup is placed, and I stay in touch with them. It’s a sense of familyy for me!!!

  • 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.

Getting a puppy from Natalie

Natalie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Natalie partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We encourage visits with the puppies and match them accordingly. ”

Price

Puppy prices include between $2,800 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“All pups are sold with a limited registration, AKC registered litter, and all clearances from sire and dam.”

Contract & health guarantee

Natalie 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 Natalie 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 Natalie 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • 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
      • Toys
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Food & treats
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Natalie.

Breeder's location

Meet in Remsen, NY

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Albany Airport

Meet in Utica, NY

More about Natalie

  • Natalie has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Natalie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Natalie’s links

Natalie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Lake Julia 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Lake Julia 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.

  • 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.

  • 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).

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