Oakborn Kennels
- Halifax, VA ·
Meet the breeder
I'm Abe T., the breeder behind Oakborn Kennels located in Halifax, VA. Our labs are strictly evaluated for the workability and trainability in the field. Additionally, our labs are health tested before breeding.Our focus is to provide people with a lab that can be taken anywhere from events, the field,or at home. We use proven pedigrees and testing to accomplish this.
Q. & A. with Abe
Why did you start breeding?
I began doing homework on pedigrees and lineage. The field bred British labs stuck out to me due to their strict evaluation process for field trials. I felt that their trials are closer to a live hunt and gentleman’s Gundog. It became my goal to produce proven and healthy retrievers. I’m fortunate enough to have some awesome mentors around me as well.What makes your program special?
We start with a proven pedigree in the UK. From there, we train our dams for two years in the field and home. During this process we get to see how the dog adapts and succeeds. Additionally, we seek the best sires through titles, pedigree, and on site evaluation. We do everything we can to ensure a healthy and proven litter!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.
Getting a puppy from Abe
Abe 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, Abe partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We take great pride in our pups and putting them in the right home. Whether this is a hunting or family companion. We want to make sure the buyers and puppies are setup for success! ”
Price
“The price includes purchase of the puppy, along with registration papers to get your dog registered with ukc. We will also provide all shot records. Lifetime support for training and feedback as well. Deposits will be taken on gender pick of the litter. Buyer will be provide the colors and genders available.”
Contract & health guarantee
Abe 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 Abe 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 Abe 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 Abe.
Breeder's location
Meet in Halifax, VA
4233 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Richmond Airport (Byrd Field)
4133 miles away
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Meet in Pittsburgh, PA
4104 miles away
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More about Abe
Club memberships
Abe is a member of Hunting Retriever Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Handler.
Abe has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Abe was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Abe is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Oakborn Kennels 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 health testing
Excellent level
Oakborn Kennels 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.
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).
