Quail Meadow Labradors

Michelle M.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Dunnellon, FL
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Meet the breeder

I'm Michelle M., the breeder behind Quail Meadow Labradors located in Dunnellon, FL. Our puppies are a part of our family and our goal is to provide good homes for them and a sweet, healthy pet that will be a part of your family for many years. All of our parents are tested with full genetic panels, as well as certifications of the hips, elbows, patella‘s, and cardiac.

Q. & A. with Michelle

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I had Labradors as pets for years and I decided that I love the breed enough to start raising them. That was 20 years ago and I still enjoy having babies in the home all the time!
  • What makes your program special?

    All of the puppies are raised inside my living room with constant love and attention from my family and I. We also go above and beyond with all of the health testing and certifications on the parents.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black, chocolate, 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.

Getting a puppy from Michelle

Michelle 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.

Michelle 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 6 weeks old.

“We try our very best to make sure that the temperament of our puppies will match the lifestyle of each family. We always like to know what each home is looking for in a pet. You may want somebody to sit on the couch with you or you may be looking for a pup that will go out on the boat with you. We’re here to help you find a wonderful puppy that will be a blessing to you. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 deposit and $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price includes the puppy already microchipped, AKC limited registration papers, health certificate, first round of vaccinations, first month’s flea and hearworm prevention, and items listed below. $500 is non refundable unless for some reason we don’t have a puppy for you within 6 months.”

Contract & health guarantee

Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle 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
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michelle.

Breeder's location

Meet in Dunnellon, FL

Other pick-up locations

Meet in Cape Coral, FL

More about Michelle

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years

    Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Michelle’s links

Michelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Quail Meadow 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Quail Meadow 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.

  • 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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • 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).

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