I'm Anne H., the breeder behind Radiance Labradors located in Boulder County, CO. We are Labrador enthusiasts who participate in showing, hunting, obedience, and raising well-bred Labradors as family companions. We breed Labrador Retrievers that conform to the National Club breed standard in type, temperament, and the three acceptable colors of Black, Yellow, and Chocolate.
Q. & A. with Anne
Why did you start breeding?
After purchasing a Labrador puppy to show, it brought me to the world of purebred dogs. I became active in training and showing Labradors. The training piece really piqued my interest, and from there, I knew I could have a knowledgeable breeding program. Just as important as breeding dogs for myself is the awareness of what type of Lab makes a great family companion.
What makes your program special?
I am able to devote most of my time to breeding and raising our Labradors. Coming from a training background and having worked with thousands of dog owners, I have an emotional and knowledgeable understanding of what makes a successful family companion. I offer support throughout the lives of the dogs we've bred, as well as beyond to new dogs "my" families acquire, even when not bred by us.
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.
Getting a puppy from Anne
Anne 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 $2,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies will have their first vaccination, vet check, started on housebreaking and crate training, as well as lots of socialization.”
Contract & health guarantee
Anne 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 Anne 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 Anne directly.
Radiance 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Radiance 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.
Brucellosis
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Cone Degeneration, Labrador Retriever Type, 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).