I'm the breeder behind Balewater Labradors located in Newton, NC. We are a passionate & dedicated breeding program that produces dogs with great working drives, conformation, & temperaments. Each puppy is greatly loved by us! We ensure they are socialized, healthy, and prepared to excel in their forever homes. A conservationist breeder, I follow Lab standards.
About Sue
We produce and show quality Labradors, with a focus on temperament, conformation, and structural soundness.
What makes Sue’s program special
I am a proud breeder of Labrador Retrievers. I am focused on producing puppies that will continue to excel in their chosen field, whether that be working, showing, or as an active companion. Good health and temperament are essential, cuteness is guaranteed and lots of love is always included.
Sue is a member of 2 clubs
Greater Hickory Kennel Club, Labrador Retriever Club Of The Piedmont
Planned Labrador Retrievers from TBD and Tasia
Due Dec. 2024. Ready Feb. 2025
Planned Labrador Retrievers from TBD and Tasia
Due Dec. 2024
Ready Feb. 2025
What is Good Dog?
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Sue 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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.
Puppy prices range from $3,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $1,000.
“The price includes first round of shots, AKC registration, microchipped, training using Puppy Culture from Day 1, food for the first few days, guidance during the life of the puppy if needed, etc, bag of goodies for the puppy, notebook with important information to protect you and your puppy. All of our puppies are the same price, regardless of sex and color.”
Sue 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 Sue 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 Sue directly.
Each pup is cherished from the moment they are born and we do all we can to prepare them to excel within their forever homes. We follow the Puppy Culture program starting Day 1. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Obedience training started, Potty training in good weather., Litter Box Trained, Puppy Manners, Behavioral shaping , Human Interactions , Crate Training, "No" Biting or Chewing, Puppy Culture , and Puppy Culture.
Puppies have deworming, all necessary vaccinations, microchip, and a thorough veterinary exam prior to joining their forever homes. .
We send our puppies home with UKC Registration, Microchip, and AKC Registration.
Sue offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
“Most come to the home ”
We’ll meet at a mutually convenient halfway point to drop off your puppy. Once your application is approved, we’ll coordinate the details for your pick-up day together.
Why Sue started breeding
We are very dedicated to what we do and what we are trying to achieve as breeders. We work with passion, heart, integrity, and truly want what's best for the Labrador Retriever line.
Sue has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Sue was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Sue’s program includes two colors
Sue’s Labrador Retriever puppies include chocolate and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Balewater Labradors meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Labrador Retriever
Labrador Retriever
About Charlie Girl
Athletic, smooth mover, loveable, snuggable, quick learner. Enjoys her family, dock diving, FastCat and chasing bumpers. Couch potato inside and loves her treats. Carrots, watermelon, peanut butter dog cookies.
Labrador Retriever
About Yeager
Yeager is only available to approved bitches frozen only. He was unfortunately killed in an accident. Watch for future breedings in 2025 Beautiful black boy, well muscled, sculpted head, UKC Grand Champion, pointed AKC, lots of drive, intelligent, loving and best personality.
Labrador Retriever
About Maverick
Maverick is a male Labrador Retriever almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sue decided to make him part of their program. Sue 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.
Labrador Retriever
Excellent level
Balewater 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
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.
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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, 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).
Moderate energy
Energy level
Allergy-friendly
Allergy
High shedding
Shedding