Michigan Elite Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm Steve K., the breeder behind Michigan Elite Labradors located in Wheeler, MI. Our dogs have proven to be the greatest companions to our family. We started breeding to contribute to breed betterment and to share smart and loveable puppies with other families.
Q. & A. with Steve
Why did you start breeding?
For us, this started in June 2005, with a chocolate puppy named Cocoa. Alisha surprised Steve with Cocoa on the day that he moved into his first house. From there, our love for the breed grew, as did our number of Labs. We married in 2009 and expanded our kennel when we moved into our new house together. When we began keeping puppies from our own Labs, it deepened our love for them even more!What makes your program special?
We strive to have a family feel with the families who get a MEL. We have MEL family reunions every year in September and have a such a great time seeing everyone who stays so close throughout the year on our Facebook group. Our Labradors are not a means to an end for us- they are our end. We love the lifestyle!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.
Purple Collar
Went homeFemale
White Collar
Went homeFemale
Yellow Collar
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Steve
Steve 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 $400 non-refundable deposit and $2,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes AKC Registration, UTD shots/deworming, microchip and limited lifetime health guarantees along with lifetime breeder support. With placing this deposit with Michigan Elite Labradors, I understand the deposits are non-refundable and Michigan Elite Labradors reserves the right to any pick of a puppy within a litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Steve 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 Steve 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 Steve 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 Steve.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Wheeler, MI
4134 miles away
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More about Steve
Steve has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Steve was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Steve is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Michigan Elite 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
Charm, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Charm
Charm is a female Labrador Retriever about 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Steve decided to make her part of their program. Steve 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.
Lily, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Lily
Lily is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Steve decided to make her part of their program. Steve 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.
Maxwell, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Maxwell
Maxwell is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Steve decided to make him part of their program. Steve 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.
Legacy, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Legacy
Legacy is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Steve decided to make her part of their program. Steve 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.
Bach, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Bach
Bach is a male Labrador Retriever over 12 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Steve decided to make him part of their program. Steve 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
Michigan Elite 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.
Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), DNA Profile, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2)
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).
