Once you meet a Labrador Retriever, it is easy to see why they are one of the American Kennel Club’s (AKC) most popular breeds. You can’t help but fall in love! You’ll find puppies throughout the state. Many specialize in raising gundogs since that’s one of the breed’s jobs. You’ll also see dogs bred for conformation and obedience. Of course, the price will vary with these options.

The 7 Labrador Retriever Breeders in Minnesota

1. Danikk Labradors

Getting a puppy from a veterinarian is a sure way to know that you’re getting a healthy animal. Dr. Smith has over 30 years of experience as a breeder and seller. The facility has pups in all three of the popular Lab colors. You can also choose what type of pet you want, whether it is for show or to take on the hunt.

2. Next Generation Gundog Training

Adam Levy runs Next Generation Gundog Training. He specializes in Labrador Retrievers and Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. If you want a hunting dog, you can even enroll your pup in training to learn the ropes. One of Levy’s dogs, Hank, recently won the AKC’s All Breeds Best in Show award. Levy is an AKC Breeder of Merit.

3. Bally’s Gun Dogs

Cortney Bally runs the family-owned Bally’s Gun Dogs with her husband, Adam. He is an avid hunter and trainer. Bally’s puppies are home-raised. The facility raises pups of all three lab colors. Many of their past dogs have competed successfully. The Ballys also offer puppy and hunting training. Cortney is an AKC Breeder of Merit.

4. Milliken Creek Labs Kennel

Terry Campbell brings experience in the show ring to the Milliken Creek Labs Kennel. The facility offers puppies for sale for conformation and field trials. They are born and raised in Tennessee before coming to the state. Campbell is an AKC Specialty Club Member of the North Star Labrador Retriever Club of Minnesota. Their dogs come from championship bloodlines.

5. Chasin A Dream Labradors

The name—Chasin A Dream Labradors—of Gary Charpentier’s facility sets the right tone. Charpentier only sells a few litters a year. However, the puppies receive the best care with an introduction to the sounds of hunting to get them used to being out in the field. All pups come with a written health guarantee. The facility also offers puppy training packages.

6. Bird Dog Labs LLC

Gina Glidden of Bird Dog Labs LLC knows the business well as a trainer and breeder of high-quality Labrador Retrievers. Glidden does the full slate of recommended health screenings. Many of her dogs have received several hunt test titles. All are special members of the family for social bonding at an early age. She is both an AKC Bred with H.E.A.R.T. Breeder and an AKC Breeder of Merit.

7. Karamar Labrador Retrievers

Ruth Lubahn brings 28 years of breeding experience to the table with Karamar Labrador Retrievers. She is no stranger to the show ring, with several championship dogs. She specializes in both black and chocolate labs. The kennel also offers custom embroidery with personalized collars and towels available for your new pet.

Conclusion

It can be tough finding a reputable breeder in your area, but thankfully, Minnesota has several that you can pick from. Always double-check that these sellers are reputable, though, and do plenty of research on the history, health, temperament, and environment that these dogs are raised in before committing.

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