Sundancer Labs
- Tucson, AZ
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Theresa T., the breeder behind Sundancer Labs located in Tucson, AZ. We offer a dog able to hunt, run obedience, agility, and rally trials; capable of becoming a service or therapy dog and still able to snuggle on the couch with you when the day is done - truly a dog for all seasons and reasons.
Q. & A. with Theresa
Why did you start breeding?
I started in Labrador Retrievers in 2004 and got my first Basenji in 2013 as a challenge!What makes your program special?
We firmly believe in health testing our dogs and ensuring our dogs and puppies are well socialized and trained to be the best they can be!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Labrador Retriever 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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Theresa
Theresa 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
"All puppies go home with AKC registration papers, vaccination and health record, and a 6-pound bag of puppy food. For an additional fee of $200.00 a welcome home package includes an approved crate with pad, 2 stainless steel bowls, leash, and collar, chew toy, ball, rope, nylabones, puppy shampoo, nail clippers, brush, 1-month flea/tick treatment, a toy storage bucket, and homemade treats. . We do not take deposits until puppies are born."
Contract & health guarantee
Theresa 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 Theresa 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 Theresa directly.
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 Theresa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Tucson, AZ
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tucson Airport
More about Theresa
Club memberships
Theresa is a member of Papago Labrador Retriever Club Labrador Retriever Club and Copper State Basenji Club Basenji Club of America.
Theresa has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Theresa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Theresa’s links
Theresa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sundancer Labs 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
Rainbow, mom
Basenji
About Rainbow
Rainbow is a very athletic dog, she absolutely loves to run. She did not care for the conformation ring so we are finding other outlets for her.
Effie, mom
Basenji
About Effie
Effie is a female Basenji. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Theresa decided to make her part of their program. Theresa 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.
Immy, mom
Basenji
About Immy
Immy is a female Basenji. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Theresa decided to make her part of their program. Theresa 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
Basenji
Labrador Retriever
Excellent level
Sundancer Labs 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 Basenjis.
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.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Fanconi Syndrome, PRA, Basenji Type
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).
