I'm Melissa F., the breeder behind Rainy Lake Labrador Retrievers located in International Falls, MN. The dogs I have selected to breed have been selected for their good health and temperament. I want to be sure to be providing people with healthy, happy, smart, good natured puppies that will make their lives complete. I also enjoy offering a full spectrum of colors without compromising the health and temperament of the puppies.
Q. & A. with Melissa
Why did you start breeding?
With my (now retired) lab Mattea and a friend's lab. Mattea came from excellent bloodlines and good health genetics, as did her male. Mattea and her dog were also very well mannered and smart. My search for a good, well bred puppy had been a long one with Mattea and I felt I was filling a void that needed filling in my area, which was providing healthy quality puppies to people.
What makes your program special?
The time I put into raising my puppies. I try to jump as many hurdles that new puppy owners finds themselves facing as I can before the puppies go to their new owners, as I do not want to see my puppies rehomed. My goal is a successful fur-ever home.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Dilute Retriever puppies are silver. Labrador Retriever 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 and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa 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 $200 refundable deposit and $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All of my puppies are priced the same regardless of color or gender and come with limited AKC registration. provided puppy deposit is made for is not produced by the damn.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.
Rainy Lake Labrador Retrievers 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
Eve, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Eve
Eve is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Star, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Star
Star is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Lance, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Lance
Lance is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melissa decided to make him part of their program. Melissa 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.
Rose, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Rose
Rose is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.
Idalia, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Idalia
Idalia is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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.