Viklan Labradors

Deven G.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

Cosmo
Halo

Expected Labrador Retriever litter

Due Mar. 2026

Ready May 5

Meet the breeder

I'm Deven G., the breeder behind Viklan Labradors located in Virginia Beach, VA. We have been involved in training, showing, and breeding Labradors since 2002. We strive to produce quality all-purpose Black and Chocolate Labradors. Our dogs have excelled in many fields; AKC sporting events, Conformation, hunting, narcotics detection, Service Dogs, and family companions.

Q. & A. with Deven

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I grew up with dogs and started training and showing when I was 16. I started breeding once I moved out and got my own home.

  • What makes your program special?

    We use the OFA to evaluate our dogs' hips and elbows and we do all necessary DNA testing to prevent other genetic disorders common to Labradors. We focus on a balance between conformation and working ability. Our Labs are part of our family first and we strive to produce amazing Labs that are capable of doing anything.

  • 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 Deven

Deven 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.

Deven partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.

Price

Puppy prices include a $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"Our price includes AKC registration, microchip, 30 days of pet insurance, 1st vaccines, pedigree, and puppy starter kit. We do not take a deposit to be added to the waiting list. Once we have a puppy for you, a 25% deposit is due to hold your puppy. The deposit is refundable minus a $250 administrative fee."

Contract & health guarantee

Deven 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 Deven 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 Deven 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
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Virginia Beach, VA

4113 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Norfolk Airport

4115 miles away

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Meet in Philadelphia, PA

3934 miles away

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More about Deven

  • Club memberships

    Deven is a member of Hampton Roads Kennel Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Deven has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

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

  • Deven’s links

Deven is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Viklan 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Viklan 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.

  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM)

    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 Deven to bring home their puppies.

  • EG

    Elaina G.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    This is my second puppy from Viklan Labradors, and as always Deven is responsive and knowledgeable. Bessie, as we now call her is very energetic and eager to please. The process was pretty simple through good dog, as always. If we ever want another good quality English Labrador we will be sure to reach out to Deven.

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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.