Kilgore’s Labrador Retrievers

Raised by Travis K.

Certified Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder
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Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Kilgore’s Labrador Retrievers located in West Liberty, OH. Our dogs are bred for health and temperament. We focus on trainability, socialization skills, the health & temperament of each Labrador, and improving the breed. Our Labs are part of the family. Socialization begins immediately, with children, other dogs and cats in our home.

Travis’s experience

  • About Travis

    I am a small hobby breeder located in rural SW Ohio. Our dogs are our family pets, and are trained by and cared for by my wife & I. We have an average of 1 litter per year with each breeding dog in our program. We have 3 kids, 1 cat, & 4 Labs we call our family. We have been raising Labs since 2002 & breeding since 2018.

  • What makes Travis’s program special

    We start socializing the pups early on, we crate train and begin potty training the puppies before their departure. We have acreage for the puppies and adult animals to roam, a pool to start introducing water, ducks in the pond to introduce wings, & time to give to each and every pup. We begin working with their basic training; vocally and with hand signals.

Getting a puppy from Travis

Travis 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 $1,758 - $1,858 and include a non-refundable deposit of $250.

“The price includes AKC Registration (limited only), AKC Reunite microchip enrollment, a 2 year health guarantee, 30 days of Trupanion pet insurance courtesy of KLR, & lifetime breeder support. This $250 deposit holds your spot on our waiting list for a puppy, or a puppy already on the ground less than 8 weeks old. Deposits are non-refundable.”

Contract and health guarantee

Travis 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 Travis 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 Travis directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

We have a large family with 2 small children, a cat, adult Labradors and a large Shih Tzu in the home to begin socializing the pups until 8 weeks old. We walk them around once they are mobile on our 13 acre property with our adult pets. They have regular vet visits as well. We start crate training around 6 weeks old. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Crate Training, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Household Desensitization, Socialized with Children, Potty Training, Scent Introduction, Introduction to Basic Commands, and Water Introduction.

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Puppy health practices

All puppies receive their 1st round of shots, have been dewormed at 2, 4, 6, & 8 weeks. All puppies are seen by a licensed veterinarian before going to their new homes.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Microchip, Registration, Puppy Starter Kit, AKC Registration, Vaccinations, and Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents.

Bringing your puppy home

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

Pick up your puppy in West Liberty, OH 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.

“Buyer shall be responsible for all arrangements & costs involved with shipping. We will drive up to one hour to meet a new buyer in a public location, or to an airport. Preferred pickup in person. ”

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Travis

  • Why Travis started breeding

    At KLR, we strive to ensure that every litter is the result of conscientious planning, including consideration of parents' temperament & physical well-being, clearances for hereditary diseases, pedigree and parentage.

  • Travis has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Travis was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Travis’s program includes three colors

    Travis’s Labrador Retriever puppies include black, yellow, and chocolate. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Travis’s links

Travis is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Kilgore’s Labrador Retrievers 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 Travis's parent dogs

All breeds

Labrador Retriever

Parent health testing

Labrador Retriever

Kilgore’s 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 (Preliminary), 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 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 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.

  • OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Full Embark Panel

    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).

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