I'm the breeder behind C&R Prestige Labrador Retrievers located in New London, OH.
Girl 3
Female • Went Home Nov. 22, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Nov. 22, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Girl 4
Female • Went Home Nov. 22, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Nov. 22, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Nov. 22, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Nov. 20, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Nov. 20, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Girl 3
Female • Went Home Nov. 20, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Nov. 20, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Nov. 20, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Nov. 20, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Melissa 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.
Please contact the breeder to get more information about pricing.
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.
I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized in new places and Car rides.
Certified Good Dog breeders ensure their puppies are healthy and ready for their new homes. Puppies receive the appropriate vaccinations and are dewormed or have a clear fecal exam before they leave. While C&R Prestige Labrador Retrievers hasn’t shared details about their specific health practices yet, we encourage you to reach out to learn more about how they care for their puppies.
We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Food & treats, Vet records, and Registration.
Melissa 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.
Melissa is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for 3 months
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Melissa’s links
C&R Prestige Labrador Retrievers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Labrador Retriever
Treeing Walker Coonhound
About Pumpkin
Pumpkin is a female Treeing Walker Coonhound. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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
About Ripp
Ripp is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melissa decided to make him part of their program. Melissa 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.
Uploaded health tests
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more
Labrador Retriever
About Beth
Beth is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melissa decided to make her part of their program. Melissa 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
C&R Prestige Labrador Retrievers 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.
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 (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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), DNA Disease Panel, 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).
Hear what other owners say about working with Melissa to bring home their puppies.
Carolyn A.
Dec. 2024
We loved working with Good Dog and Melissa to acquire "Dog 2", now Leo. Melissa was responsive and helpful through all our communications, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Good Dog was...
Terry S.
Dec. 2024
Melissa was extremely easy to work with. Our interactions were genuine and honest. She was very flexible with pick up times and offered us many extras to help Tally’s transition. A blanket...
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.