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Mama’s Labs
Meet the breeder
I'm Debbie L., the breeder behind Mama’s Labs located in Defiance, MO. Our Labs live inside our home and each and everyone is the love of our lives. We run, exercise, train, travel, hunt, and compete with our dogs. On occasion, we have a litter of puppies that come from carefully selected and planned breedings. We do this to ensure the healthiest puppies possible!
Q. & A. with Debbie
Why did you start breeding?
After seeing and visiting many kennels and breeders over the years, we decided that we would devote our time, money, and energy to bettering the breed. We want to provide others with the opportunity to have a puppy that has been raised in the best possible environment and give them a head start in life.What makes your program special?
Our litters are raised in a pristine, temperature-controlled environment inside our home. Our pups are handled and weighed daily. We begin Early Neurological Stimulation, scent introduction, potty, and crate training. Our puppies pedigrees have strong Field champion bloodlines that help them excel both in the field and at home.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black 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.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Debbie
Debbie 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 $300 refundable deposit and between $900 - $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Deposit required to reserve a puppy once the Litter has been whelped. Approved waitlist customers are given the first opportunity to place deposits.”
Contract & health guarantee
Debbie 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 Debbie 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 Debbie 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 Debbie.
Puppy pick-up locations
Meet in Defiance, MO
Meet at STL airport
More about Debbie
Club memberships
Debbie is a member of Dardenne Retriever Club and Purina Pro Club.
Debbie has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Debbie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Debbie’s links
Debbie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mama’s Labs 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
Karma, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Karma
Karma is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Debbie decided to make her part of their program. Debbie 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
Great level
Mama’s Labs 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.
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).
