Buying a Labrador
Registered Breeders
This directory has been introduced for members to advertise their kennels. The breeders on this list are current Dogs Victoria registered breeders who must comply with the minimum standards for the quality of life, health and well-being of dogs as set out in the Domestic Animals Act 1994, Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986 and Dogs Victoria's Code of Ethics. Not all current LRCV registered breeders have applied to be listed on this page.
Please contact Dogs Victoria on 03 9788 2500 or email: office@dogsvictoria.org.au to verify the breeder's membership status.
Puppies
If you are thinking of purchasing a puppy, here are some information that may assist you in your search for a responsible breeder.
Remember, you can't ask too many questions
- NLRBC Puppy Buyers Guide
- Choosing a breeder
- Buying a Labrador Puppy
- Alert on silver Labradors - NLRBC position statement
LRCV Directory
The breeders listed in this section are current Labrador Retriever Club of Victoria members, have been members of the Club for at least two years and have attended the breeder forum.
The corresponding paw prints on their profiles indicate the type of activities that the breeder engages their dogs in as well as engagement in various club events.
Breeder has dogs actively engaged in community service
Breeder is actively involved in Club events for at least 2 consecutive years
Breeder competes or has bred dogs that participates in retrieving trials
Breeder competes or has bred dogs that participates in performance sports
Breeder breeds dogs as pets or companions
Breeder is a current member of the Club committee or sub-committee
Breeder breeds dogs for conformation (Dog Shows) and exhibits dogs
The breeders below sell pedigree purebreds that are issued with certified pedigree certificates from the Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC). There are two types of registration: Main Registration & Limited Registration https://dogsvictoria.org.au/members/members-area/frequently-asked-questions/faq-registrations/
Zenchel Labrador Retrievers
Zenchel is owned and run by Sylvia Power who has bred, shown, trained, trialed and loved Labrador Retrievers for over three decades.
Please note: we do not have any puppies available at the moment
Reveirter Labradors
We are a small kennel breeding for temperament and working ability.
Our dogs are primarily involved in retrieving trials and hunting but are just as happy to relax at home with our family.
Please note: we do not have any puppies available at the moment
Jodielassie Labradors
https://jodielassie-labradors.webs.com/
Diane is a breeder from the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. We do a dog sport called flyball and Obedience trailing and Rally Obedience.
Only one of our girls is still breeding which is a chocolate girl Mocha. A girl with lots of character.
Now that Amber is finished with breeding, she is now a certified Delta Therapy Dog.
Expression of interest for a future litter is being accepted.
Oaysis Labradors
Set on 20 acres between Geelong and Barwon Heads and with the Barwon River in our backyard, Oaysis provides the perfect environment for our Labradors to thrive.
Bred for temperament, soundness and type.
Our dogs are socialised with children from birth.
Our aim is to breed firstly for quality and not quantity.
All breeding dogs are hip/elbow and eye tested.
Visit our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Oaysis-Labradors-109337410601194/
Please note: we do not have any puppies available at the moment
Papoulab
https://papoulab.wordpress.com/author/alisonprata/
Please note: we do not have any puppies available at the moment
Beereegan Labrador Retrievers
https://beereeganlabradors.com/
Mark and I have been breeding Labradors for thirty two years, consistently producing dogs with type, temperament and working ability. It is our hobby and our passion.
Producing multi-purpose Labradors with natural hunting ability and retrieving drive is what we strive for but just as importantly possessing that wonderful Labrador nature, suitable for companion homes and working homes alike.
Our endeavor is to breed Labradors that meet the breed standard, he should be handsome, intelligent and capable of a full day’s work in the field.
Please note: accepting expression of interest
Tinsletown Labradors
I have been breeding Labrador Retrievers since 2008; I am situated by the beach in beautiful Torquay, Victoria.
As a Dogs Victoria registered breeder & a lifelong lover of Labradors, I strive for well-rounded sound dogs, who have the potential to become excellent show dogs, breeders, service dogs, companion dogs and loyal pets.
My Labs live a happy healthy life with me in my home by the ocean, it is a very loving environment and I consider them as part of my family. All my puppies are brought into this world with the maximum amount of love and care that I can give them.
All my Labradors are screened and tested before breeding and all bloodlines are researched and selected for optimal success in the quest to always strive to improve on the Labrador Retriever breed standard.
Contact: Michelle Jones Mobile: 0429 237 688 e-mail: tinsletownlabs.mj@gmail.com
Please note: we do not have any puppies available at the moment
Catraz Labradors
https://www.catraz.net/default.asp
Catraz Labradors are bred in a country setting with a strong emphasis on temperament, soundness and conformation.
Each litter is carefully planned to achieve the best possible results striving to improve the lines, regardless of colour.
Visit our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/catraz.labs
Please note: we do not have any puppies available at the moment
Bellbidgee Labradors
https://www.bellbidgeelabradors.com/
Bellbidgee Labradors has been breeding since 2011, with the purpose pf producing beautiful, sound, & healthy Labrador Retrievers with great temperaments.
Regularly competing in conformation shows, dogs are raised in the country and are a part of the family, and everyday life.
At Bellbidgee Labradors, each breeding is planned in detail with every effort taken to maintain and improve quality bloodlines.
Visit our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/bellbidgeelabradors/
We are a small family kennel based at Macarthur in southwest Victoria. We brought our first Labrador in 1977 who happened to be a pedigree puppy and were instantly hooked and bred our first litter in 1978. We initially started using our dogs very much as gundogs (until early 2000s) as my husband and sons were keen shooters and then began to dabble with showing. Our dogs have also been used in the Seeing Eye Dogs breeding program and Dogs for Disability.
Our dogs have always been a huge part of our family, and share time in the house with us and the "house pets" who live inside. We couldn't imagine life without our beautiful dogs hogging the couch and our beds and having fun at the beach or local rivers where we fish.
We pride ourselves in producing sound puppies with exceptional temperaments and put a large amount of time into rearing our puppies to ensure the puppies have been socialised for a good start in their life. Our grandchildren are constant visitors and as such demonstrate the fabulous temperaments our dogs have. Getting in the front door is often difficult with the four legged welcome and wagging tails!
Seafaeries has been showing and breeding top quality specialty winning Labrador Retrievers for nearly 40 years. Currently located in the picturesque fishing village of Port Fairy on the southwest coast of Victoria.
All of my breeding stock is certified for joint soundness, eyes are checked annually by a board certified ophthalmologist, we also test for TVD and all currently available genetic tests.
Puppies will be available this summer.
Tamudly Labradors
I am a small family kennel based in Melbourne's outer west. My dogs are a huge part of my family and live inside with myself, partner and two kids.
We attend weekly obedience classes with Ballarat Dog Obedience Club and the occasional dog show (with the current situation, I haven't been able to attend as many as I would've liked to).
I pride myself in producing sound puppies with exceptional temperaments and put a large amount of time into rearing and socialising puppies to ensure the very best start of life. My kids play a huge role in helping with the puppies.
All my dogs are hip & elbow score, have full DNA profiles, eye clearances and dentition reports so that I have the beset confidene my puppies will grow to be healthy and sound.
See my profile on Dogzonline.
Stud Dog Register
The stud dogs listed in this section are owned by current Labrador Retriever Club of Victoria members. The owners of these stud dogs have been financial members of the Club for at least two years, attended the breeder forum, paid the annual stud dog listing fee and submitted copies of the dogs' health test results.
Click on the tab to view each stud dog profile. Each dog will have information on their hip and elbow scores, DNA tests and any other health screening.
Minimum requirements for owners of bitches seeking stud dog service:
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the bitch must be a pedigree purebred on Main Registration
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must be at least 18 months of age (ANKC Regulations Part 6 The Register & Registration - 8.12.2)
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have obtained an ANKC CHEDS score from a panel radiologist http://ankc.org.au/HealthAndWelfare
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stud dog owners will require evidence of the results of the recommended health tests and a copy of the pedigree certificate
Read more about Litter Registration Limitations
All breeders registered with Dogs Victoria must abide by the Code of Practice (CoP)
Catraz Start Spreadin the News (AI)
"Mac"
Sire: GER JR CH INT CH POL CH SE CH VDH CH Dolbia Will to Please (Imp POL)
Dam: CH Catraz Bold and Brassy
Owner: Pam Gregg
Mobile: 0421 531 177 E-mail: catrazlabs@bigpond.com
Hips: 1:3 Elbows: 0:0
PRA-prcd: clear, EIC: clear
Coat colour: Chocolate (EEbb)
Eye test: normal
Zenchel Weather The Storm
"Colin"
Sire: Zenchel Stormy Weather (AI)
Dam: CH Zenchel The Yokes On U
Owner: Sylvia Power E-mail: sylvia@zenchel.com.au
Hips: 1:1 Elbows: 0:0
PRA-prcd: clear, EIC: carrier, HNPK: clear
Coat colour: Black carrying yellow and chocolate (EeBb)
ACES Eye Certificate: Normal 14/9/2022
Cardiac: clear doppler ultrasound (Dr R Woolley)
Zenchel Watch Carefully Lewis (AI)
"Willson"
Sire: GER JR CH INT CH POL CH SE CH VDH CH Dolbia Will to Please (POL)
Dam: Zenchel Zaida
Owner: Sylvia Power E-mail: sylvia@zenchel.com.au
Hips: 2:2 Elbows: 0:0
PRA-prcd: clear, EIC: clear, HNPK: carrier
Coat colour: Black carrying chocolate, not yellow (EEBb)
ACES Eye Certificate: Normal
Grand Champion Kelindebar English Oak
"Darby"
Sire: Supreme CH Blackboy Storm in A Teacup (AI)
Dam: Grand CH Kelindebar Aussie Dream
Owner: Linda Adams e-mail: kelindebar@bigpond.com
PRA: clear, EIC: clear, HNPK: clear
HIPS 2:2, ELBOWS 0:1
Yellow (Does Not Carry Chocolate)
ACES Eye Certificate - Normal 01/02/2022
CH Kelindebar Rocky Road (AI)
"Darryl"
Sire: Am CH Mex CH Maroma’s Captain Cove
Dam: CH Kelindebar Madison Avenue
Owner: Linda Adams e-mail: kelindebar@bigpond.com
PRA: clear, EIC: carrier, HNPK: clear
HIPS 2:1, ELBOWS 0:0
Black caryying Yellow (Does not carry Chocolate)
ACES Eye Certificate: Normal 01/02/2022
Aralyen Surfs Up From Tampabay (AI)
"Joey"
Sire: UK SH CH, CAN CH, AM GCHS Tampa Bay & Snobo Gusty Seas Batten Down The Hatch RN
Dam: Aralyen From Paris With Love
Owner: Megan Purtill e-mail: bellbidgeelabradors@hotmail.com
PRA: clear, EIC: clear, HNPK: clear
HIPS 1:4, ELBOWS 0:0
Yellow (Does Not Carry Chocolate)
ACES Eye Certificate: Normal 28/4/2022
Rodorbal Stormur
"Charlie"
Sire: Zenchel Weather the Storm
Dam: Sybeck Enchantress
Owner: Mrs Linda Malseed e-mail: rodorbal@yahoo.com
Mobile: 0427 836 427
PRA: clear, EIC: clear, HNPK: clear
HIPS 2:6, ELBOWS 0:0
Black carrying Yellow and Chocolate
ACES Eye Certificate: Normal 14/10/2022
Other Directories
It is recommended that buyers refer to guides above before contacting breeders
- Dogzonline (please note that not all Labrador breeders listed in Dogzonline are members of the Labrador Retriever Club of Victoria)
- Dogs Victoria directory (please note that not all Labrador breeders listed in Dogs Victoria website are members of the Labrador Retriever Club of Victoria)
Fact Sheets/Articles of Interest
- Buying a puppy from a responsible breeder, published 11 June 2017 (Bayside Dog Owners Group, 3 part series)
- Differences in behavioral characteristics between dogs obtained as puppies from pet stores and those obtained from noncommercial breeders, Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association May 15, 2013, Vol. 242, No. 10, Pages 1359-1363
- Sourcing breeders: What does a responsible breeder do?, ANKC Fact Sheet
- Choosing a puppy, Dogs Victoria Fact Sheet
Photograph used with permission of Ms Kearney (circa 2017)