I'm Justin C., the breeder behind XOM Retrievers located in Conroe, TX. We raise and train lifelong family companions, as well as competition hunting Labrador Retrievers and English Setters. Our dogs have great on and off switches. We focus on health, temperament, and socialization in order to produce top-quality dogs. We are responsible breeders and want to make sure we are doing our part to give our dogs the best life possible.
Q. & A. with Justin
Why did you start breeding?
Being an avid waterfowler and after launching our non-profit six years ago, we came to realize that we needed top-quality dogs with the correct temperament for the task and environments that we ask them to be in. We started breeding to produce the perfect dogs for our program, and it has been a wonderful experience.
What makes your program special?
We are very selective about our breeding dogs. All of our dogs are fully healthy and genetically tested. The health and temperament of our puppies is our number one priority. We are very conscious about who purchases our puppies, always ensuring that they are given the best life possible.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Yellow Collar Boy
Went home
Male
Purple Collar Girl
Went home
Female
Orange Collar Boy
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Justin
Justin 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 refundable deposit and between $500 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The refundable deposit of $500.00 is due at time of confirmation of pregnancy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Justin 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 Justin 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 Justin directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
Food & treats
AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Justin.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Conroe, TX
5214 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport
5222 miles away
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Meet in Houston, TX
5235 miles away
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More about Justin
Justin has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Justin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Justin is a trusted Good Dog breeder
XOM Retrievers 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
Holly, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Holly
Holly is a female Labrador Retriever about 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Justin decided to make her part of their program. Justin 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.
Hope is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Justin decided to make her part of their program. Justin 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.
Judah, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Judah
Judah is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Justin decided to make him part of their program. Justin 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.
Malachi, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Malachi
Malachi is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Justin decided to make him part of their program. Justin 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.
Lazarus, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Lazarus
Lazarus is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Justin decided to make him part of their program. Justin 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
XOM Retrievers 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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), 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).
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.