Read's Australian Labradoodles
Meet the breeder
I'm Shauna & Robert R., the breeder behind Read's Australian Labradoodles located in Johnson City, TN. We utilize puppy imprinting protocols, allowing for the foundation that is critical for developing their amazing gentle, and loving, yet operant temperaments. We have a background in positive reinforcement training and all of our puppies are raised right in the middle of our home.
Q. & A. with Shauna & Robert
What makes your program special?
We value and strive to achieve greatness in the total dog: temperament, conformation, structure, soundness, and genetics. We utilize puppy imprinting and Puppy Culture protocols/curriculum. We raise our puppies in our home with our three dog-savvy children that play a vital part in shaping our puppies. We also have positive reinforcement training and follow rigorous health testing.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include miniature and medium sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include caramel ice, caramel cream, caramel, caramel red, red, gold, apricot, cream, chalk, chocolate, cafe, lavendar, parchment, black, and tri-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Getting a puppy from Shauna & Robert
Shauna & Robert 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 non-refundable deposit and $2,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the foundational training in our program, proper deworming, age appropriate vaccines, vet certified health exam (with all records), 2 year genetic warranty, stuffed animal with l... The deposit reserves your spot on our lists. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of size, gender, or color.”
Contract & health guarantee
Shauna & Robert 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 Shauna & Robert 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 Shauna & Robert 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 Shauna & Robert.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Johnson City, TN
328 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tri-Cities Airport
323 miles away
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More about Shauna & Robert
Club memberships
Shauna & Robert is a member of Worldwide Australian Labradoodle Association.
Certifications & recognitions
Associate Dog Trainer, DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology), Fitness and Nutrition Diploma (e-Training for Dogs), Professional Groomer, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Shauna & Robert has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Shauna & Robert was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Shauna & Robert is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Read's Australian Labradoodles 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
Read's Australian Labradoodles 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 Australian Labradoodles.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), 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 Certification (CAER, 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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.
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.
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Stargardt Disease, Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 2 (PRA-crd2), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 1 (PRA-crd1), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), DNA Coat/Trait Panel, DNA Profile, Animal Genetics Panel, DNA Disease Panel
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).
