River Ridge Labrador Retrievers

Merielle S.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Woodstock, GA

Meet the breeder

I'm Merielle S., the breeder behind River Ridge Labrador Retrievers located in Woodstock, GA. We love to responsibly raise and train our puppies so they have the tools to be well-rounded, beloved family members. The loyalty and loving disposition of this breed are simply the best! We put a great deal of effort into raising our litters to ensure our puppy families will have the best experience raising their new family members.

Q. & A. with Merielle

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Breeding is a family affair. We all help. The pups take over the kitchen for about 8-10 weeks. They are part of the family. As a child, my Dad showed dogs in conformation and obedience. We all went along to the shows and he taught us about grooming. We always had a dog. Once we had a home and fenced yard, I looked into breeding as hobby. Lilly was my researched girl for pedigree. She is a calm loving girl and is a great mama.

  • What makes your program special?

    As I mentioned, we only breed one litter a year in a family setting, my kitchen and back yard. I breed for temperament and potential service dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black and chocolate. 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 Merielle

Merielle 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.

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 $600 non-refundable deposit and $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“AKC Limited registration puppies from health tested parents. Puppies will be micro-chiped and will have Vet certificate and shot records. Before the litter is born, $600 deposit, $300 refundable. After litter is born, $600 nonrefundable deposit Puppy selection after the temperament evaluation at 7 weeks Video calls & photos as requested.”

Contract & health guarantee

Merielle 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 Merielle 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 Merielle 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Woodstock, GA

514 miles away

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More about Merielle

  • Merielle has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years

    Merielle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

Merielle is a trusted Good Dog breeder

River Ridge 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

River Ridge Labrador Retrievers 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 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.

  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Macular Corneal Dystrophy, MCD (CHST6), 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Merielle to bring home their puppies.

  • Navia C.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    Merielle was wonderful to work with. We received updates regularly and she’s passionate about finding the right pup for your family. We chose a black male lab, Remi has been the best little boy and has adjusted so well. We couldn’t be happier with the whole process. Thanks again!

  • Frank B.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2024

    After finding Merielle from River Ridge Labrador Retrievers on the Good Dog website. We contacted her by email, she replied to us and we set up a call to talk about the litter she had for sell. She was very honest with us on the phone call asking us what we were looking for in a Lab. We arranged a meeting date to look at the puppies at her home. We traveled to her beautiful home to be introduced to the puppies and see which one bonded to us the best. Merielle and her family "REALLY" care for these puppies, and you could tell by the health of all 13. Merielle is a fountain of Lab knowledge and it was just amazing to listen to her talk so passionately about her litter of puppies. She took the time talk to everyone there that was looking at their next family member. On the day we picked up our new family member we were greeted with a joyful smile by Merielle and her dogs at the door. She had all the paperwork in a folder along with the AKC papers, vet paperwork, and chip ID. If your looking for a REAL dog Breeder Merielle is the REAL DEAL, she takes pride in caring for them. I will recommend everyone I know if they are looking for a Lab to find out if she has a litter for sale.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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