Bark n Howl Farm

Raised by James O.

Certified Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Bark n Howl Farm located in Waco, KY. We love to responsibly raise and train our puppies so they have the tools to be well-rounded, beloved family members. Matching each family with the right puppy is the key to our success and yours. We are honored to bring another member of the family into your life!

James’s experience

  • About James

    We are a small family breeder in Central Kentucky. Our labs are our children, and we love providing new family members to families looking for a pet. We only breed one or two litters per year, so the puppies we have are properly socialized and taken care of.

Getting a puppy from James

James 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.

Price

Puppy prices range from $1,200 - $1,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200.

“The price includes 1 year guarantee against hip dysplasia and any genetic disorders. Puppy will be up to date on all vaccinations and wormings, socialization and vet checked. Non refundable deposit of $200 is needed to reserve a puppy.”

Contract and health guarantee

James 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 James 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 James directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are will adjusted to a home environment. They are socialized with other dogs, and exposed to different noises. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Noises , Toys, e.g. Ball, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Elderly, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Puppy temperament evaluation , Noise desensitization, Human Interactions , and Name recognition .

Puppy health practices

All puppies are vaccinated and taken to vet before pickup date for puppy.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Dew claws removed, Vaccinations, Food Starter Bag, and AKC Registration.

Bringing your puppy home

James offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Waco, KY or nearby

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.

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.

More about James

James is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Bark n Howl Farm 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

Meet James's parent dogs

All breeds

Labrador Retriever

Parent health testing

Labrador Retriever

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Bark n Howl Farm 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 (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 (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.

  • 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).