Stonegate Labradoodles
- Certified Good Dog Breeder
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Stonegate Labradoodles located in Highland, NY. Our goal is to create family dogs that could also be suited as therapy dogs. Our dogs are also successfully placed with families with dog allergies. Our dogs are raised indoors in my own home and are raised as family pets first. No kennels and they stay for life. They are my babies after all!
Kristen’s experience
About Kristen
I used to raise and show Champion AKC Labradors. I put American & Canadian AKC Show Championship titles on my best stud as well as AKC Hunting Title. Jammer aka Am/Can Ch. Surry's Wish You Were Here, JH was the best dog I've ever had. I also put a Championship title on another stud who went on to great things. I retired from that. I’m now focusing on bringing the same standards to my Labradoodles.
What makes Kristen’s program special
I test my dogs for everything through OFA and DNA. We believe that our dogs must have all official health clearances. We also do Puppy Culture and ENS which helps in raising dogs with good temperaments that can be therapy dogs. It's very important to me that we create the best family dogs possible.
Kristen’s certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder
Puppies
Champ
Male • Went Home Aug. 2, 2022
Australian Labradoodle
Andre
Male • Went Home July 11, 2022
Labradoodle
Benji
Male • Went Home July 11, 2022
Labradoodle
Poirot
Male • Went Home July 11, 2022
Labradoodle
Getting a puppy from Kristen
Kristen 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 $3,000 and include a refundable deposit of $500.
“All of our puppies are the same price regardless of size, color and gender. They come with shots, microchipped and a health guarantee.”
Contract and health guarantee
Kristen 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 Kristen 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 Kristen directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
We use Puppy Culture and ENS for socialization and temperament. We provide challenges that teach them about noises, touch and help them get used to the everyday home life sounds. They are used to a pen and a crate which will help them in their new homes. They also are taught to go in their litter which helps them get housebroken quickly in their new homes. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Potty Training, Crate Training, "No" Biting or Chewing, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Household Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Toys, e.g. Ball, Chew, e.g. Bone, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Scents, Touch Desensitization, and Sound Stimulation.
Puppy health practices
We deworm them from 2 weeks of age and give age-appropriate vaccines starting at 8 weeks old. Once picked up, they are cleared by a vet and they are ready to go.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Microchip, Puppy Collar, Puppy Starter Kit, and Vaccinations.
Bringing your puppy home
Kristen offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Highland, NY 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 don't ship our puppies sight unseen since we like to meet our buyers in person. We want to ensure that our buyers are the best owners our babies will have. It's the only way I can sleep at night.”
More about Kristen
Why Kristen started breeding
I love Labradors. I have had them for many, many years. But I was growing older and I was tired of their heavy shedding. I wanted big dogs again, but couldn’t decide on a new breed, other than Labradors. But then through research, I found out about Labradoodles and fell in love. They are great family dogs who don't shed like Labradors. That is the start of my breeding career.
Kristen has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Kristen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Kristen’s program has four sizes
Kristen’s Labradoodle puppies include medium and standard sizes. Kristen’s Australian Labradoodle puppies include medium and standard sizes. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
Kristen’s program includes six colors
Kristen’s Labradoodle puppies include chocolate, black, and tri-color. Kristen’s Australian Labradoodle puppies include tri-color, chocolate, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Kristen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Stonegate Labradoodles 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 Kristen's parent dogs
All breeds
Australian Labradoodle
Labradoodle
Regan, mom
Australian Labradoodle
About Regan
Regan is a female Australian Labradoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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.
Esme, mom
Australian Labradoodle
About Esme
Esme is a female Australian Labradoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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.
Coco, mom
Labradoodle
About Coco
Coco is a female Labradoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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.
Parent health testing
Australian Labradoodle
Labradoodle
Excellent level
Stonegate Labradoodles 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 Australian Labradoodles.
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 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.
PRA, Golden Retriever 2, Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS)
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).