Archer Lodge Labradors
- Archer Lodge, NC
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Expected Labrador Retriever litter
Due May 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Kennedy H., the breeder behind Archer Lodge Labradors located in Archer Lodge, NC. As conscientious breeders, we are proud of the loving, smart, beautiful, and sound puppies we’re able to provide for others. Quality, health-tested, and socialized dogs are the principal components of our success as reputable breeders. We’re proud of the seamless transition our puppies are able to make as fun, lovable family members.
Q. & A. with Kennedy
Why did you start breeding?
We initially got into breeding because we loved our two Labradors so much we wanted to breed them. From there we learned more and more about the breed standard and how to do things right from our wonderful mentors! We strive to bring healthy and breed standard labrador retrievers to our customers. We use Genetic Testing and OFA's.What makes your program special?
What makes us stand apart is our determination to keep our line healthy and happy. Not only is health testing important but so is socialization and temperament. We work hands on with all of our dogs and puppies to bring you the best of the best.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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Blue Female
Went homeFemale
Red Female
Went homeFemale
Yellow Female
Went homeFemale
Purple female
Went homeFemale
Green female
Went homeFemale
Black male 1
Went homeMale
Black male 3
Went homeMale
Yellow male 2
Went homeMale
Black Female 2
Went homeFemale
Black Female 1
Went homeFemale
Black Male 2
Went homeMale
Yellow Male 1
Went homeMale
Black female 3
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kennedy
Kennedy 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.
Kennedy partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
"We take great care in placing each puppy with the right family. Puppies are matched once they're old enough for us to evaluate their temperaments and personalities — typically around 7-8 weeks."
Price
"The price includes the first vet check up, first shots, deworming, a microchip, a two year health guarantee (unless otherwise stated), a puppy blanket, toys, limited AKC registration for nonimported dogs, and lifetime breeder support. Our deposit is non-refundable but can be moved to another litter and if available to another breeder within our partnership. *our deposit amount for imports is $2000."
Contract & health guarantee
Kennedy 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 Kennedy 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 Kennedy directly.
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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kennedy.
Breeder's location
Meet in Archer Lodge, NC
4261 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport
4269 miles away
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More about Kennedy
Club memberships
Kennedy is a member of American Kennel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, RN, AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Kennedy has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Kennedy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Kennedy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Archer Lodge Labradors 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
Litter and program updates
Kennedy H.
Litter update on 08 Mar 2025 •Danika is such a good pup! She’s ready to go to her new home for show, breeders, or as a pet. She is house trained, leash trained, and crate trained.
Bomba and Mona FULL REG PUPS's litter
Kennedy H.
Litter update on 24 Feb 2025 •This weekend was mainly Leash Training on longer walks, and laying in the kitchen waiting for dropped food 😃. They were great at both.
Bomba and Mona FULL REG PUPS's litter
Kennedy H.
Litter update on 16 Feb 2025 •The Gang is growing fast!
Bomba and Mona FULL REG PUPS's litter
Kennedy H.
Litter update on 14 Feb 2025 •Only 4 pups left. 3 females and 1 male! Full registration. Ask about our payment plan today!
Bomba and Mona FULL REG PUPS's litter
Kennedy H.
Litter update on 12 Feb 2025 •The puppies learned how to Pose like a show dog, and took some Glamour shots. The warm weather was great!
Bomba and Mona FULL REG PUPS's litter
Kennedy H.
Litter update on 02 Feb 2025 •New pictures are up of our full registration import puppies! Ask us about them today!
Bomba and Mona FULL REG PUPS's litter
Kennedy H.
Litter update on 01 Feb 2025 •Good dog just added a payment option! Ask us about it today!
Bomba and Mona FULL REG PUPS's litter
Kennedy H.
Litter update on 01 Feb 2025 •…The pups arrived in N.C. yesterday morning from Europe! They are eating good and playing in the yard. Tonight was bath night and nail trims. They are living the good life in the U.S. now! They range from golden to white.
Bomba and Mona FULL REG PUPS's litter
Kennedy H.
Litter update on 13 Jan 2025 •We only have one sweet girl left! Sugarplum! Contact us for special pricing, or see her listing! We’ve got puppies on the way 😴😍
Moose and Bailey's litter
Kennedy H.
Litter update on 28 Dec 2024 •…We have three yellow females still available. Everyone is doing wonderful! I am very excited for all the puppies to go to their new home the first of the year!
Moose and Bailey's litter
Parent dogs
Lana, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Lana
Lana is an amazing English lab. She has won several competitions locally in AKC shows. She’s off leash trained and food driven. She loves to stay close by our side! Her temperament is amazing.
Excellent health testing
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), +5 more.Bailey, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Bailey
Bailey is a gentle and cuddly Momma. She takes excellent care of her pups, and is great at home. Her favorite thing to do is try to get on the bed before any of the other dogs. She throws beautiful pups. She is English, but has a thin body type.
Uploaded health tests
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), +3 more.Karmen, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Karmen
Karmen is a two year old cuddle bug! She loves being outside and being with us. She is a strong swimmer but would be just fine on the couch all day too! Typical English lab!
Moose, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Moose
Moose is off of our yellow 90lb English lab, Gracie and our imported 65lb English lab, Luka. We fell in love with Moose because he was the crybaby puppy and even from a week old he wanted to be held. It never stopped! Moose is a big time cuddle bug and loves people! He has a BIG bark but wouldn't hurt a fly. He loves water, a little too much! If the hose goes on, he has to play in it! He protects us from animals on the TV and lives for food! I've never seen him turn down anything now that I think of it.
Great health testing
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), +3 more.Mila, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Mila
What a dream. Smart and Mischevious, loving, great with kids and puppies, Cats too. Loves to cuddle and have some treats. Shes quite a blocky, pretty girl with a thick long coat.
Great health testing
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), +4 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Archer Lodge Labradors 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 (Preliminary), Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 (Preliminary), Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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 , 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.
Primary Hyperparathyroidism (PHPT), Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD), Labrador Retriever Type, Narcolepsy, Labrador Retriever Type, Myotubular Myopathy, Labrador Retriever Type, Copper Toxicosis, Labrador Retriever ATP7A, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome (CMS), Labrador Retriever Type, Cone Degeneration, Labrador Retriever Type, Animal Genetics Panel, DNA Disease Panel, 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Kennedy to bring home their puppies.
Laura B.
Verified owner · Jan. 2026
+4Very happy working with Abigail, and our girl Darla has been an amazing addition to the family
James M.
Verified owner · Feb. 2025
We had an excellent experience with Archer Lodge Labradors. Nicholas and Abigail made it easy purchasing our puppy online. Kept us up to date with pictures of our puppy and how she was doing. We are very happy with our new puppy and she is a great addition to our family. Jim M.
ISIsabelle S.
Verified owner · Nov. 2024
We couldn’t be happier with our experience with Nicholas! Our beautiful black lab puppy is now 4 months old, and she has exceeded all of our expectations. Her shiny black coat, loving personality, and playful energy have made her the perfect addition to our family. She’s truly become my little shadow, always by my side, and we adore her! The breeder was wonderful to work with—keeping us updated on her progress before adoption, being flexible about the pick-up date, and always available to answer our follow-up questions. It’s clear they truly care about their puppies and their new families. If you’re looking for a reputable breeder who produces amazing labs, I can’t recommend Nicholas enough!
Kelly L.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
Nicholas was very responsive even with puppy updates and proving info regarding the puppies! My puppy Charlotte was described by my vet as everything she wants to see in a puppy! She is happy, friendly, and loving! She is a smart puppy as well, and everyone who meets her says she is just beautiful. If you are looking for an English Lab, I highly recommend Archer Lodge Labradors!
Joseph J.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
+5Buying a pet online is a nerve racking experience, but Nicholas was able to put me at ease by being very responsive and honest. There were some bumps in the road with delivery that were caused by outside influences, and Nicholas communicated with us every step of the way, which greatly helped to ease our anxiety. Charli “Sugarplum” has been a great addition to our family, and there hasn’t been a dull moment since her arrival. We are extremely happy with her and I’m glad I chose Archer Lodge Labradors.
