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Punches Paws Labradors
- Muskegon, MI
- Responds within an hour
Upcoming litters
Planned Labrador Retriever litter
Due Feb. 2026
Ready Apr. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Craig & Heather C., the breeder behind Punches Paws Labradors located in Muskegon, MI. All our females are therapy dogs that go to work/school with us on a regular basis. We are active members in the Great Lakes Hunting Retriever Club, and we also have experience training with a pro field trial trainer. Through all those experiences we have been able to evaluate many stud dogs.
Q. & A. with Craig & Heather
Why did you start breeding?
Heather's dad has bred labs while she was growing up, so it has just been a continuation of that. Since then we both have gotten more into the hunting side of labs.What makes your program special?
We try and breed labs for the active family. We strive for a balance between drive and biddability. We are always looking for the perfect on/off switch. Our dogs will be natural hunters, all day adventurers as well as great house pets.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.
Jade
Went homeFemale
Female 3rd Pick
Went homeFemale
Female 4th Pick
Went homeFemale
Female 5th Pick
Went homeFemale
Female 2nd Pick
Went homeFemale
White Collar BLF
Went homeFemale
Female 7th Pick
Went homeFemale
Male 1st Pick
Went homeMale
Male 2nd Pick
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Craig & Heather
Craig & Heather 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 refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies will be up to date on shots and deworming and microchipped. All dogs are sold with a AKC limited registration. Per us and our vet, dogs front dew claws will remain intact, rears removed. If there is not an available puppy that was requested when deposit was made, it will be returned. You will receive a contract when you make your deposit.”
Contract & health guarantee
Craig & Heather 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 Craig & Heather 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 Craig & Heather 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Food & treats
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Craig & Heather.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Muskegon, MI
4212 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Craig & Heather can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Craig & Heather
Club memberships
Craig & Heather is a member of Great Lakes Hunting Retriever Club (HRC).
Craig & Heather has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Craig & Heather was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Craig & Heather’s links
Craig & Heather is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Punches Paws 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
Covie, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Covie
Covie's father is the 2018 NFC I'm Ur Search Engine, AKA Google. She is so smart and sweet. She has been going to school with Craig since she was 6 months old, there students taught her so many tricks! She interacts with each of them based on what they like, and she always get excited to meet new students. She is a joy to hunt with, upland or waterfowl. Currently she has her hunting retriever title through the UKC. She is also calm in the house or truck.
Great health testing
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), +5 more.Sadie, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Sadie
HR Punches Paws Callie’s Princess is a school therapy dog who can be seen on a walk or laying around the classroom with the students. When she’s not at school her favorite thing to do is be at our side hunting. She’s a fantastic retriever with a nose that will find anything you put on the ground. She loves going anywhere we go, rafting, hiking, paddle boarding. When we aren’t on the go she’s a great snuggler to curl up to and watch a movie with.
Great health testing
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), +5 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Punches Paws 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.
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).
