Winter Creek Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm Cathy K., the breeder behind Winter Creek Labradors located in Holly Springs, NC. With amazing "on/off" switches, our parent dogs are calm, indoor family pets that have incredible drive and love for play. We have seen these same attributes mirrored in their pups. Coupled with health and genetic testing, our pups will be a long lived, happy family member.
Q. & A. with Cathy
Why did you start breeding?
We've always had rescue labs. When we got our first pure bred lab (for our daughter,) we were amazed at the difference good genes could make. We wanted one of her pups. Two years of "homework/research" later and her pup we kept was even smarter! Hearing the heartbreaking issues with poor bred pups and some rescues, we wanted others to know the joy of having a long, healthy life with a puppy.What makes your program special?
We are extremely hands on from before birth to the day they go home. They get 24hr care. We get a little sleep deprived but watching these puppies grow and develop is incredible. They are too precious to leave alone and take chances.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our 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.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Orange Collar
Went homeMale
Pink Collar
Went homeFemale
Yellow Collar
Went homeFemale
Red Collar
Went homeMale
Peach Collar
Went homeFemale
Maroon Collar
Went homeMale
White Collar
Went homeFemale
Chocolate Male
Went homeMale
Mint Collar
Went homeMale
Green Collar
Went homeMale
Black Male
Went homeMale
Mint collar
Went homeMale
Blue collar
Went homeMale
Maroon collar
Went homeMale
Green collar
Went homeMale
Black collar
Went homeMale
Red collar
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Cathy
Cathy 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 $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies will have vet checkup, 1st round of vaccines, and deworming. Included is a contract, health guarantee and vet record. We do ENS, initiate potty training and begin socialization. Deposit is for pick of litter order. Littermates are all same price. If desired choice is not available, a different pup may be chosen or deposit put towards a future litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cathy 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 Cathy 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 Cathy 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Registration
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cathy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Holly Springs, NC
4281 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport
4269 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Cathy can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Cathy
Cathy has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Cathy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Cathy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Winter Creek 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
All breeds
Dilute Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Cinder, mom
Dilute Retriever
About Cinder
Cinder is the smartest dog we have ever had. Coming from Master Hunter lines, she has drive and focus. Very playful, protective, and will kill for a thrown ball. She also has an incredible "off" switch. Her pups have all been very smart, playful dogs.
Indy, mom
Dilute Retriever
About Indy
Indy's grace & athleticism is a joy to watch. Loves to chase a ball and get scratches! Always happy, very obedient, she is a sweetheart. Silver (Indy) Independence is not afraid of anything, fine to be alone but loves attention.
Skye, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Skye
Skye is the calmest Lab you will ever meet. From champion show lines, she comes with a beautiful coat and shape, and chill demeanor. Loves to chase her sister around the yard but would rather come in and get belly rubs. Smart and loves to have a job (she picks up all the food dishes for us.) Her pups have all been playful but calmer than other litters.
Aspen, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Aspen
Aspen is the most fun-loving dog we have! Can't help but smile when she is around. Loves to chase her sister, Skye, and gives herself the happy zoomies all the time. Aspen can't get enough of her puppies, an amazing mom.
Winter, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Winter
Winter is the sweetest dog. Very sensitive to his humans' moods. Loves to cuddle, follow his puppies around, play fetch only if its a frisbee and protect his family. With a very curious nature, his hunting ancestry, he is always up for new adventures and people. And with an incredible "off" switch, he settles right down in the house.
Parent health testing
Dilute Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Winter Creek 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 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.
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), DNA Disease Panel, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), 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).
