Weathervane Labs

Melanie W.

Breeder of Dilute Retrievers

Meet the breeder

I'm Melanie W., the breeder behind Weathervane Labs located in Kernersville, NC. Our Labs are bred for health, temperament and to maintain the breed standard in all colors including dilutes. Our labs are bred for families as well as the avid recreational hunter. We no longer have onsite litters but our studs have several offsite litters. An approved application gets you on our waitlist. Once we breed we will start taking $500 deposits to be on the final puppy pick list.

Q. & A. with Melanie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Our oldest stud, Cooper, was recommended by our vet to be bred due to his physical characteristics, his pedigree, health, as well as his calm demeanor. From there I used my background in nursing, my love for labs, and my families breeding experience to start diligently researching the breed and the breeding process. We have been breeding as a family for 7 years now.

  • What makes your program special?

    Genetic health testing is a very important part of our breeding program, not only do we want beautiful Labrador Retrievers but we also want healthy ones! DNA testing gives us the opportunity to use genetics to pair our males and females for litters that are free from common genetic disorders but also exhibit the standard Labrador characteristics that we all love. So, what is a dilute Labrador Retriever? Check out this article: http://www.truthaboutsilverlabs.com/2015/02/08/what-is-a-dilute-labrador/?fbclid=IwAR2lZ0qRXcKoULrLIq3-fst16_PKL7TDT3BTm8ekJ5mGXdMyxsIPV8X7u4E

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include silver, charcoal, yellow, black, and chocolate. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Melanie

Melanie 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 $1,000 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Silver, chocolate, charcoal and black puppies are $1500. Cream and white puppies are $1800. Add $400 for full registration any color. Includes pre-paid AKC registration, microchip, vet well visit at 6 weeks, 1st vaccines and a 1 year health guarantee. Deposits are only refundable if the color/gender combination you prefer (your 1st or 2nd choice) is not available in the litter you have put your deposit on. Deposits are non-refundable if you change your mind and decide not to go through with your purchase either before or after the litter is born.”

Contract & health guarantee

Melanie 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 Melanie 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 Melanie 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 Melanie.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Kernersville, NC

4309 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Piedmont Triad Airport

4305 miles away

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More about Melanie

  • Certifications & recognitions

    American Kennel Club Canine College, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), AKC DNA Testing, AKC Breeding Basics Course Completed (AKC Canine College), AKC ABC's of Dog Breeding, Pedigree Course Completed (AKC Canine College), Embark DNA Testing, OFA Certified.

  • Melanie has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Melanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Melanie’s links

Melanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Weathervane 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Weathervane 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 Dilute 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.

  • Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Myotubular Myopathy, Labrador Retriever Type, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), Great Dane Type, Narcolepsy, Labrador Retriever Type, Alexander Disease, Day Blindness, Achromatopsia, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 1 (PRA-crd1), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD), Labrador Retriever Type, Elliptocytosis, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), 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).

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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.

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.

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