Yates Family Labrador
- Arlington, VA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Mark Y., the breeder behind Yates Family Labrador located in Arlington, VA. We breed AKC registered Labradors with purpose, integrity, and heart. We are a multi-generational, family run program located in Virginia, focused on producing well-socialized, genetically sound puppies that grow into incredible family companions.
Q. & A. with Mark
Why did you start breeding?
I was raised in it—helping with whelpings, training, and care from a young age. I’m a lifelong Labrador enthusiast, and I’ve spent countless hours researching and networking to better the breed. It’s a full-time job, but I truly love what I do and can’t imagine my life without it.What makes your program special?
YFL is a family-run program built on decades of experience and a deep love for Labs. We raise puppies in our home with hands-on care, early socialization, and a focus on health, temperament, and thoughtful placement. Every pup is matched with the right family and backed by lifelong support.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 and guardian homes.
Getting a puppy from Mark
Mark 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and $3,650 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies go home with first shots, deworming, microchip, socialization, limited AKC registration, 36-month health guarantee, and lifetime breeder support. We take a $200 waitlist fee, then $300 once pups are born to reserve your spot. Balance is due at pickup. This allows flexibility—because we know life happens.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mark 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 Mark 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 Mark 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mark.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Arlington, VA
4062 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Baltimore/Washington Airport
4029 miles away
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Meet in New York, NY
3853 miles away
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More about Mark
Club memberships
Mark is a member of International Association of Canine Professionals, Canadian Kennel Club | Club Canin Canadien, and International Boarding & Pet Service Association.
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Handler, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), CHIC Certified, American Kennel Club Canine College, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Mark has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Mark was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Mark is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Yates Family Labrador 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
Reign, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Reign
Reign is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mark decided to make her part of their program. Mark 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.
Reagan, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Reagan
Reagan is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mark decided to make her part of their program. Mark 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.
Vega, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Vega
Vega is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mark decided to make her part of their program. Mark 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.
Nelli, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Nelli
Nelli is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mark decided to make her part of their program. Mark 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
Yates Family Labrador 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 (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.
Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency, Basenji Type (PKD), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Macular Corneal Dystrophy, MCD (CHST6), Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Copper Toxicosis, Labrador Retriever ATP7A, Copper Toxicosis, Labrador Retriever Type, 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).
