Standing Water Kennels

Brian C.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Commerce, OK ·
  • Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

Cas
River

Planned Labrador Retriever litter

Due Oct. 2026

Ready Dec. 2026

Meet the breeder

I'm Brian C., the breeder behind Standing Water Kennels located in Commerce, OK. Our dogs are bred for a purpose. We run health panels, complete OFA scans, and only breed sound well proven lines. Our breeding dogs are both hunt tested in AKC and UKC and proven in the hunt field. Dogs are raised around our family & are well socialized in many different scenarios from shopping field trips, visits to the local library to Retriever Club training days.

Q. & A. with Brian

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Breeding was not a decision we took lightly. We wanted to breed for a purpose and want the results of our breedings to provide dogs that make wonderful companions in the home, but can also work the hunting field. We wanted to make sure that our dogs are healthy and genetically sound both physically and mentally.

  • What makes your program special?

    We board and train dogs for basic obedience , waterfowl, and Upland hunting. We have knowledge and training in dog nutrition and all around pet care. We go to trainings all over the country and take local courses when able to learn even more about dog training and care.

  • 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 Brian

Brian 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Brian partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $350 non-refundable deposit and between $450 - $900 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“This price includes a 26 month health guarantee for OFA and genetic testing. Also birthing & whelping expense as well as any vaccinations, worming, & vet visits until they go to their forever homes. All our puppies are the same price regardless of color. This deposit is put toward the overall price of the puppy. The deposit will hold your choice of puppy until it is time for them to come home.”

Contract & health guarantee

Brian 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 Brian 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 Brian directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • 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
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Commerce, OK

4840 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Joplin Airport

4815 miles away

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Meet in Kansas City, MO

4718 miles away

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More about Brian

  • Club memberships

    Brian is a member of Tulsa Retriever Club, Green Country Retriever Club, United Kennel Club, Three Rivers Kennel Club, and Hunting Retriever Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Judge.

  • Brian has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Brian was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

Brian is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Standing Water Kennels 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Standing Water Kennels 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).

Verified owner stories

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

  • BD

    Brittany D.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    Brian was so helpful and kind! Any time I asked for pictures he sent them and gave updates!!! He was kind enough to drive and meet us for the pickup. Our little Tuck made our family complete!!!

    Alissa H.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    Brian was wonderful and patiently answered all of our questions before and after adoption. Dog is healthy and happy!

  • Stuart G.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    New pup Nela is doing great! Has adjusted well to new home! Has learned to sit and stay very well! Playing fetch is certainly her game, she loves it, me too! Gets very excited with new people but calms down quickly. All my friends like her a lot! Who wouldn’t? Thanks Brian for raising very good dogs!

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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.

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.

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.

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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