Southern Dream Retrievers

Amy S.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

Upcoming litters

Ranger
Chai

Expected Labrador Retriever litter

Due Aug. 2023

Ready Oct. 26, 2023

Meet the breeder

I'm Amy S., the breeder behind Southern Dream Retrievers located in Huntsville, TX. Our dogs are outstanding competitors and hunters. We are proud to continue their line. We breed both to provide families with loving and capable companions and to improve upon our dogs' fantastic traits with each generation.

Q. & A. with Amy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got into breeding because I love the Labrador Retriever breed.
  • What makes your program special?

    All of the girls are genetically tested through PawPrints and have OFA certifications for hips and elbows. The puppies are raised in the home until about four weeks. Then, they move to the toddler building where they become exceptionally well socialized. They are started on potty training and crate training when they leave for their forever homes.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our 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.

Getting a puppy from Amy

Amy 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 deposit and between $700 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Puppy price includes 26-month genetic health guarantee, dew claw removal, microchips, first round of shots, regular worming schedule and vet exam. Deposits are non-refundable unless the puppy reserved isn't available due color or gender requested.”

Contract & health guarantee

Amy 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 Amy 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 Amy 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 Amy.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Huntsville, TX

Other pick-up locations

Meet at George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport

More about Amy

  • Amy has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Amy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Amy’s links

Amy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Southern Dream 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

Southern Dream 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, 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).

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