SmoKy Hills Labradors

Raised by Catherine & Tim S.

Certified Breeder of Labrador Retrievers and Dilute Retrievers

  • Preferred Breeder
  • 100% response rate • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind SmoKy Hills Labradors located in Pocahontas, IL. Our dogs are intelligent, loving, and athletic, and they produce puppies who will thrive in any lifestyle. We're passionate about these dogs and are careful to breed and raise our pups with only the best intentions on finding the perfect fit for you and your furever new member of your family.

Catherine & Tim’s experience

  • About Catherine & Tim

    Here at SmoKy Hills' Labradors, we are committed to producing well-rounded, genetically healthy, AKC registered bundles of joy perfect for only responsible homes willing to love them unconditionally.

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn Labrador Retrievers from Clark and Kava

Born Dec. 2024. Ready Feb. 10

Expected Labrador Retrievers from Storm and Kono

Due Feb. 2025. Ready Apr. 12

Newborn Labrador Retrievers from Clark and Kava

Born Dec. 2024

Ready Feb. 10

Expected Labrador Retrievers from Storm and Kono

Due Feb. 2025

Ready Apr. 12

Getting a puppy from Catherine & Tim

Catherine & Tim 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 $1,300 - $1,500.

“We offer only limited registration, pricing at $1500 for any gender or color chosen. However on occasion we may choose to offer full registration, pricing at $2500-$3000. The price includes the guarantee, AKC registration papers, first round of vaccinations, deworming on proper schedule and 'power' puppy curriculum including ENS/ESI, along with aptitude evaluations. Deposit is only required to put your name and preferences on a retainer/hold list for the next available fur baby with your preferences. We will allow deposits to be rolled over into the next litter, if notified by week 4 of the specific litter. Otherwise, deposit will be forfeited.”

Contract and health guarantee

Catherine & Tim 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 Catherine & Tim 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 Catherine & Tim directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are well-adjusted to a home and outside environments and socialized with our grandchildren, other dogs, cats and our farm animals. Our curriculum includes ENS/ESI 'power' puppy activities and temperament evaluations. 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, Puppy Temperament Evalulation, Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) , Familiarization Crate Training, Begin 'No Bite' Training, surface and tactile stimulation, Scent Introduction, Noise desensitization, Human Interactions , Puppy Culture , and Potty Training.

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Puppy health practices

All puppies are dewormed (2,4,6,8 weeks), vaccinated (6 weeks) and vet health checked.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Basic obedience & manners, Vet records, Microchip, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Certificate of Health, Food Starter Bag, Sound and texture enrichment, Early Neurological Stimulation, Vaccinations, Blanket with Littermates Scent, Lifetime Breeder Support, AKC Reunite, and AKC Registration.

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Bringing your puppy home

Catherine & Tim offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Pocahontas, IL 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.

“We currently don't offer shipping. You can come to our home or we'd be happy to meet you at our local airport. Depending on availability, we may offer to travel a reasonable distance for furbaby pickup.”

Get your puppy dropped off to you

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.

More about Catherine & Tim

  • Why Catherine & Tim started breeding

    Purely the love of a Labrador and now we have the perfect piece of paradise to share with them.

  • Catherine & Tim is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

    Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.

  • Catherine & Tim has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Catherine & Tim was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Catherine & Tim’s program includes seven colors

    Catherine & Tim’s Labrador Retriever puppies include yellow, chocolate, and black. Catherine & Tim’s Dilute Retriever puppies include fox red, charcoal, champagne, and silver. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Catherine & Tim’s links

Catherine & Tim is a trusted Good Dog breeder

SmoKy Hills Labradors 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

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