“WE WOULD LOVE TO SHARE THE EXPERIENCE WITH YOU.........THE BEST OF LABRADORS THAT WE DO!
WELCOME TO THE LABRADOR FAMILY! ”
Our Family Produces and Raises Show Quality English Labradors on our Ranch in Franktown Colorado offering Strength and Quality to the Labrador Retriever through Genetic Testing, OFA Health Certificates and Grand Champion Pedigrees!
Our Address is 8600 Elliott Drive Franktown Colorado
We Schedule Visits for you to interact with your Litter Pups at 5 weeks!
Pups are released from our ranch on the 56th Day from Whelp!
OUR LABRADOR FOUNDATIONS
Remarkable Presence…Our Labradors have an influential heritage… from overseas Imports to United States Grand Champions….that have made them truly Magical!
Top Notch Pedigrees…Our Labradors have Pedigree Titles that represent the best of the breed.
Exceptional Health…Our Labradors are all DNA/Genetically tested to eliminate health issues.
Outstanding Temperaments…Our Labradors have become Therapy and Service Companions since 2001.
Some Details…
We are a Licensed PACFA Breeder.
We have been established since 2001.
We are experienced, proven and conscious breeders!
We are Selective in our breeding pairs as we have searched worldwide!
We will not compromise the rich heritage, pure quality of our Traditional and International breeding lines.
We are Transparent with our Labrador Genetic Testing to include OFA Hips/Elbows, OFA Cardiac, Full Dentition, PRA-Prcd, CNM, EIC, Cystinuria, Stargardt, and Copper Toxicosis Clearances.
We are Dilute Clear!!
Your Heatherdowns Pup will make a Loyal Companion, Best Friend, Family Dog, Great Hunter, Service or Therapy Dog, Hiking or Walking Buddy!!!
Heatherdowns Enjoys Breeding to the AKC Official Breed Standard.
Official AKC Standard for the Labrador Retriever, General Appearance: The Labrador Retriever is a strongly built, medium-sized, short-coupled, dog possessing a sound, athletic, well-balanced conformation that enables it to function as a retrieving gun dog; the substance and soundness to hunt waterfowl or upland game for long hours under difficult conditions; the character and quality to win in the show ring; and the temperament to be a family companion…… The most distinguishing characteristics of the Labrador Retriever are its short, dense, weather resistant coat; an "otter" tail; a clean-cut head with broad back skull and moderate stop; powerful jaws; and its "kind," friendly eyes, expressing character, intelligence and good temperament……The Labrador is bred primarily as a working gun dog; structure and soundness are of great importance. AKC 1994
Willow-Grand Champion Sired
Most of our breeders are Grand Champion or Champion Sired that produce our great looks and show quality! Some of our breeders come with hunting titles as well!! Our program of Labradors are both US home grown and Imports from ‘highly prized’ Ukraine and Kazakhstan kennels that have given us a uniquely diverse genetic pool that allows us to contribute to the strength, beauty and health of the Retriever!
Inspected & Licensed Annually by PACFA and AKC
Last Inspection 06/14/2023
On July 15, 2024, the Colorado AKC Executive Field Agent inspected & found our program in Compliance with ‘exemplary’ notes pertaining to paperwork and breeding stock.
Heatherdowns Labradors is a permitted Dog Breeding Kennel in Douglas County, Colorado under Use By Special Review, USR since 2018.
HIGHLIGHTING HEATHERDOWNS PUPS!!
We have been raising, training and breeding Labrador Retrievers that have produced superb genetics, sharp intelligence, awesome ‘train~ability’, enormous hearts with matching temperaments, breathtaking appearances and all 'above-standard' health clearances for over 22 years!
We have a reputable program designed to produce truly 'Top Notch' AKC Registered Labrador Retrievers. Over the years, our dogs have made great companions, hunters, and service dogs. Our pups and dogs have been featured in commercials and magazines!
Please send in your Pictures!!
HIGHLIGHT REVIEW…….Karen (Ren) from Heatherdowns is one to the best breeders in the country. The quality of her puppies is second to none. Our Chocolate girl is a true champion, great engery, smart, and healthy. She has become a great member of the family and we wouldn’t trade her for anything. Thank You Ren!! Christopher C. Google Review
Ted
My 6 mo old ‘baby’ (on left) was 64.5lbs on the 17th. He is a WONDEFUL BOY and we Love him to pieces. Manny is Ted’s sire.
Janice M.
Henley
Hi Karen. Have you gotten any pictures of Henley’s brothers? Are they as big as he is? He’s already 70lbs. You might be getting tired of me sending pictures, but I’m just so amazed with how cool this dog is! Bill S. 01/30/2024
Henley and Koa are Best Buds!
Koa is also a Heatherdowns Pup from our Maggie X Manny Litter, 06/2023!
Henley….again
Another Great Picture of Henley! He is a Hetta x Manny Boy Whelped 08/23!
Louise
We are so in love with our LuLubean, ‘Louise’! We would love to see if we could get her together with her sister, ‘Thelma!.
Demi & James
Duncan
A Hetta X Dr. Whiz Pup!!
Karen, you have no idea how much Fun, laughter and love Duncan gives us! Duncan being the only boy from Hetta X Dr. Whiz Litter we feel so fortunate!! Kate. S.
Robin
Hi Karen
We received one of your female chocolate puppy for you Vail Manny litter. We could not ask for a better puppy than Robin for a family. She is everything we were looking for. She has the sweetest temperament and I cannot believe how smart she is. She has been such a joy to train. She is already great with off leash recall and as soon as we tell her to stop doing something (which is not often) she listens immediately . Potty training and crate training were a breeze with her.
What we love most about Robin is she is completely devoted to our children. She is with them before they go to school and then is at the door a few minutes before they walk in. I can’t thank you enough for this precious girl we now have in our family.Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. Theresa Young
IKE,
I’ve had 4 labs in my life and none come close to our Ike. He was smart, well tempered, and just an amazing friend. He was an ultimate protector of Jenine.
I can’t say enough about the amazing labs you breed! Aaron and Jenine Dennis
Tucker
NELLS X BRONXX LITTER 2019
Tucker is doing absolutely great, we just thought we’d share a couple photos of our handsome boy! We have been so happy with everything about him!
Submitted by, Clayton Swanson
Maggie X Manny Pup
Sent in From Barry McGee! From Maggie X Manny Litter of 12 pups, 2022!
Cash
VAIL X MANNY LITTER 2020
Cash continues to amaze!
Submitted by, Jason & Suzanne Dirscherl
Heatherdowns Chocolate Lab pup featured on upper right corner of Gun Dog’s Annual Puppy Issue Spring Issue 2021.
Our Puppies are Veterinarian Examined!
All Litter Pups make a visit to our Veterinarian at Village Center Veterinary Care one week before going home. Our Veterinarian examines Cardiovascular, Dentition, Respiratory, Musculoskeletal, Eyes, Ears and Oral.
We send stool samples in to eliminate all parasites!
Your Health Certificate will share the details!
The Girls
Simerdown Stardust-Stevie
Our Puppies
Our latest arrivals
The Boys
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