Midnight Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm Theresa S., the breeder behind Midnight Labradors located in Lakeville, MN. I am a proud breeder of Labrador Retrievers. My female has passed all of the screenings, she is healthy and mentally sound. We will breed only to a high standard sire. I strive to make sure every owner has the ability to get the very best out of their puppy.
Q. & A. with Theresa
Why did you start breeding?
Waiting for a perfect female to breed responsibly has taken some time. Now we’re ready.What makes your program special?
Every aspect of the female’s health is carefully considered. The puppies will have exposure to specific developmental stimuli before being placed in a forever home. Screening buyers will be extensive.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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Pink girl
Went homeBoy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Theresa
Theresa 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“We need more breeders however I am firm on limited registration. If you are interested in breeding with one of my dogs we can talk about it. All puppies will have dew claws not removed, microchip, health screenings, and applicable vaccinations. We do offer a two year health guarantee. We follow the Puppy Culture training program. Only exceptional puppies and well screened buyers would be considered for full registration.”
Contract & health guarantee
Theresa 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 Theresa 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 Theresa 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 Theresa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lakeville, MN
4394 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport
4380 miles away
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More about Theresa
Club memberships
Theresa is a member of AKC.
Theresa has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Theresa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Theresa’s links
Theresa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Midnight 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
Dixie, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Dixie
Dixie is a female Labrador Retriever almost 10 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Theresa decided to make her part of their program. Theresa 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.
Dixie, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Dixie
Athletic, agile and a great nose. Family dog loves all humans. Gets along with cats and children.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Midnight 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 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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).
