Sugarloaf Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm Michelle W., the breeder behind Sugarloaf Labradors located in Tennessee. We strive to produce highly trainable, healthy puppies that can excel as service/therapy dogs, working dogs, and as companions. All of the breeding dogs in our program are chosen for their outstanding temperament and health. Many of their puppies have the potential to be exceptional service and therapy dogs. While not every pup in each litter will grow up to become a service dog, each one will make a wonderful and treasured family member!
Q. & A. with Michelle
What makes your program special?
Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Michelle
Michelle 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
“Prices are based on parents pedigrees. Pups are sold on limited AKC registration. Full registration is available to approve breeders for an extra fee. Deposits are only accepted when pups are available. A deposit is required to hold a pup once it is born and becomes available. Deposit is non-refundable unless something happens to the reserved pup.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle.
Breeder's location
Meet in Tennessee
556 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport
421 miles away
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More about Michelle
Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Michelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sugarloaf 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 dogs
Scout, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Scout
Scout is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michelle decided to make him part of their program. Michelle 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.
Good health testing
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, +4 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Sugarloaf 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.
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.
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.
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).
