I'm the breeder behind Sleepy Hound Farm located in Elkmont, AL. Every puppy we raise is adored as part of our family from birth. Our puppies will complete your home, your family, and your heart! We are a small, family-run breeding program focusing on quality care and good health. Our puppies are the perfect loving and loyal companions!
About April
I believe every dog owner needs to experience owning a Labrador Retriever at least once in their life. There is something about a lab that is so special and I want to share this love with others. We live on a beautiful farm and our dogs are well-exercised and benefit from being outdoors and being able to free play as much as possible. Our program focuses on breeding beautiful chocolate labs with amazing temperaments and eye-catching looks.
What makes April’s program special
I have a foundation dam, SHF Dove, who is a beautiful dark chocolate lab with very refined features and correct conformation. I have bred her to an outstanding gun dog with hunting retriever titles for himself and on the top and bottom of his entire pedigree. Our puppies will be able to perform in the hunt field, as service/therapy dogs, as trusted companions, or a best family friend in the house, in a boat, hiking, just whatever.
“Court”
Male • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Labrador Retriever
“Nancy”
Female • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Labrador Retriever
“Velvet”
Female • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Labrador Retriever
“Jackie O.”
Female • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Labrador Retriever
“Pinky”
Female • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Girl 4
Female • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Labrador Retriever
“Baby”
Female • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Labrador Retriever
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Jan. 28, 2024
Labrador Retriever
April 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 $800 - $1,200 and include a refundable deposit of $150.
April 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 April 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 April directly.
Our puppies were whelped and are being raised in our home. All puppies are handled daily.
These puppies are extremely healthy and vibrant.
Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Sleepy Hound Farm hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.
April 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.
Why April started breeding
I selected Dove as a breeding prospect three years ago; she has passed her OFA clearances and DNA tests with clear status. I love animals and have had success in the past with my breeding of horses and dogs and am ready to do the same with even-tempered, beautiful chocolate labs.
April is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
April has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year
April was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
April’s program includes one color
April’s Labrador Retriever puppies are chocolate. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Sleepy Hound Farm meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Labrador Retriever
Labrador Retriever
About Dove
Very refined dark chocolate female with laid-back, patient demeanor. Friendly with everyone, she has kind eyes and is a companion dog who loves to spend time swimming at the river and riding on boats.
Great health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Stargardt Disease, +11 more
Labrador Retriever
Great level
Sleepy Hound 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
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.
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.
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).
Hear what other owners say about working with April to bring home their puppies.
Heather D.
Mar. 2024
Working with Sleepy Hound Farm was a breeze. From the beginning April had great communication and helped us find the right puppy for what we were looking for. The puppy was just as described and...
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.