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Stone Haven Labradors
- Dunnellon, FL
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Dorothy C., the breeder behind Stone Haven Labradors located in Dunnellon, FL. Since 1980, our goal has always been to provide healthy, well-socialized puppies with exceptional temperaments and outstanding personalities. We have a combined 70 years of experience with this wonderful breed. If you are looking for a healthy, thoroughly socialized, home and family-raised English Labrador puppy with an amazing personality and temperament you have found one! We have many repeat customers which speak to the quality of our puppies and service. We are known for our puppies' outstanding looks and temperaments. We love our dogs and know you will too!
Q. & A. with Dorothy
Why did you start breeding?
My parents were dog breeders. I was born into this world and I have loved every minute of it. It is truly an honor to breed and raise these magnificent dogs and I am thrilled to share them with others. I have always loved Labradors and through my program I am able to give them the excellent care and love they so deeply deserve.What makes your program special?
We have a unique program of socialization that makes our puppies outstanding. This starts from day one. Along with regular nursing, our puppies are also bottle-fed. This helps them become more exposed to and bond with humans. Through this bond, we are able to thoroughly socialize our puppies so that they are ready to excel in their forever homes. Our puppies are adorable, intelligent, and loving, and I cannot wait for you to meet them!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.
Getting a puppy from Dorothy
Dorothy 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 $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This covers AKC registration, certified pedigree, microchip, first round of vaccinations, state of Florida health certificate, and lifetime support. The deposit holds the customer's place on the waiting list for a particular color and gender from a specific litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Dorothy 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 Dorothy 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 Dorothy 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 Dorothy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Dunnellon, FL
More about Dorothy
Club memberships
Dorothy is a member of The Labrador Retriever Club.
Dorothy has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Dorothy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Dorothy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Stone Haven Labradors 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
Stone Haven Labradors 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (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.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), Copper Toxicosis, Labrador Retriever Type, Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), 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).
