McCracker Pond Labradors
- Chiefland, FL
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Denise M., the breeder behind McCracker Pond Labradors located in Chiefland, FL. The puppies in this litter are from AKC Grand Champion bloodlines and can be registered with the AKC. Sire is "Boomer," the No. 1 male Labrador Retriever in America in 2025. Dam is our sweet "Piper," CGC, is out of Chambray Labradors. Both have excellent health records and charming Labrador personalities. Both are from "dual purpose" breeders, meaning we strive to produce Labradors to breed standard that excel in the show ring and the field. Our Labs live indoors and outside in our new whelping barn with fenced activity play yard on 20 acres of horse & cow pastures and swimming pond. Pups are exposed to all sorts of noises, scents, desensitizing methods, and are socialized with adults, children, and both their mom and grandma dogs. If interested in applying to purchase one of our pups, please contact us for our application and then I will contact you.
Q. & A. with Denise
Why did you start breeding?
Labradors have been the No. 1 breed in America for three decades and we wanted to uphold the AKC breed standard and purpose of this wonderful dog breed. We allow our Labs to be used for their purposes as sporting dogs and we breed to produce puppies with excellent conformation and temperament for sporting and family life.What makes your program special?
Our pups are ready for their new homes and families. They are used to sleeping in their crate and going outside to potty. They are handled daily to get used to their humans. They are exposed to all sorts of activities on our farm to help them become secure and allowing them to exercise their curiosity. We breed to Labs that are clear of any negative health traits; we do not breed to carriers.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Denise
Denise 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.
Denise partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.
“We carefully research and evaluate Labradors to determine the best breeding partners, just as we carefully place our pups into homes that provide happy and healthy environments that Labs require and deserve. That includes a large suitable play yard for a high energy athletic dog and owners that will train them to be well mannered canines. We select homes based on an application and phone interview.”
Price
“Guarantees, shots, health certificate, microchip, custom packet, grand-champion bloodlines.”
Contract & health guarantee
Denise 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 Denise 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 Denise directly.
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What's included
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- 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
- 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Denise.
Breeder's location
Meet in Chiefland, FL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Jacksonville Airport
Meet in Gainesville, FL
More about Denise
Club memberships
Denise is a member of Jacksonville Retriever Club.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Denise has been a member of Good Dog for 2 months
Denise was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Denise’s links
Denise is a trusted Good Dog breeder
McCracker Pond 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
PIper, mom
Labrador Retriever
About PIper
Breed standard female with sleek black coat. Sweet and friendly. Good hunting instincts. CGC title.
Parent health testing
Great level
McCracker Pond 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
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).
