Three Bears Labradors

Charles L.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Maynardville, TN
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Available puppies

Astro

Ready now

8 weeks old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Charles L., the breeder behind Three Bears Labradors located in Maynardville, TN. We have relocated to Maynardville, TN on a small farm to give our dogs more room to run and play. We breed quality English black, yellow, and chocolate Labradors. Our dogs come from some of the best bred dogs in the country. Raised in our home, we breed for temperament, and correct conformation.

Q. & A. with Charles

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I love to bird hunt and started out with one lab then two. I decided to breed and fell in love with raising puppies. I love seeing the happy faces on people when they pick up their new puppy and family members.
  • What makes your program special?

    We genetic health test, do x-ray hips, and elbows to ensure healthy lines in my breeding program.
  • 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Charles

Charles 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 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes veterinary health check up, AKC paperwork, up to date on vaccinations and deworming. Deposit is refundable If I can not provide you with a puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Charles 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 Charles 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 Charles 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Car rides
      • Socialized with children
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Maynardville, TN

4452 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport

4481 miles away

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More about Charles

  • Charles has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years

    Charles was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Charles’s links

Charles is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Three Bears 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Three Bears 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.

  • Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), 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 Charles to bring home their puppies.

  • Kenneth H.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Just wanted to let folks know that working with the Lockwood's was stress free and a great overall experience. We picked up Johnny 11/1/25 and could not be happier. Took Johnny to our vet yesterday and he received flying colors. 9 weeks old and 18lbs. If anyone is looking for an English Lab then start here.

    Kathy C.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Charles was great to work with. Made all the arrangements to get our puppy to us. Handled everything for us and our puppy is very healthy and smart. She was house trained at 4 months and lets us know when she needs to out. She is 5 mos+ 45 lbs. and counting. 😊Everyone she meets loves her. Thank you Charles & Connie!

    Jo C.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2023

    Three Bears Labrador(Charles) was great to work with. Our good boy Hank is the perfect addition to our family. Hank has a very calm and pleasing personality. Loves to play ball and already go to the door to potty.

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    Rick R.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Misty Mountain Baby is doing quite well. As of last Friday she was 37 pounds and thriving. She enjoys walks, ice cubes, playing catch and is an excellent goalie. Charles was easy to work with and well organized with everything we needed to welcome Misty. She was comfortable being crated from the start which has added to her easy transition to her new home.

    Kathy S.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2023

    Three Bears Labradors is an awesome Kennel with which to work. They went above and beyond to work with me when I purchased Lucy. Three Bears Labradors is a quality kennel/breeder. I would recommend anyone to their kennel.

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