Saybrook Labrador Retrievers

Amber C.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

Meet the breeder

I'm Amber C., the breeder behind Saybrook Labrador Retrievers located in Middlefield, CT. We are lifelong dog enthusiasts and are excited to share our passion and purpose with others through our breeding program. We just adore this breed and can't wait to share our love for them with you! We are passionate breeders and are dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding practices. We do all that we can to make sure our pups get the best care and go to the best homes!

Q. & A. with Amber

Why did you start breeding?
My husband and I started breeding Labradors over 20 years ago as family pets and hunting partners. He was an avid waterfowl hunter. We fell in love with the breed because of their wonderful temperaments, trainability, and versatility.
What makes your program special?
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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.

Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female

Getting a puppy from Amber

Amber 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

Connect with Amber to learn more details about pricing.

Contract & health guarantee

Amber 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 Amber 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 Amber 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
- Extras
  - Puppy starter kit
  - Toys
  - Food & treats
  - Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Middlefield, CT

303 miles away

More about Amber

Amber has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Amber was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

Amber is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Saybrook 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

Zuri, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Zuri
Zuri is an absolute sweetheart! She is extremely intelligent and has excelled at obedience as well as agility. She is the world's biggest cuddle bug and will instantly run over to you, sit down, stare in your eyes, and fall to the ground for a belly rub. Zuri has proven to be an exceptional mother and surprises us every day with how gentle and caring she is.
Fawn, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Fawn
Fawn is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amber decided to make her part of their program. Amber 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.

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Saybrook 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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 (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.
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM)
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).