I'm the breeder behind Sunny Skies Retrievers located in Lenore, ID. We produce a well rounded solid dog making great family members, hunting partners and hunt test runners!
About Sunny
Sunny Skies is a small kennel that is veteran owned and operated by Sunny Freeman. Sunny has been able to produce a well rounded solid dog making great family members, hunting partners, and hunt test runners.
What makes Sunny’s program special
I am not a big kennel. My dogs and puppies are raised in the house alongside our older dogs. We train and title all of our dogs. All our dogs are health tested and submitted on OFA for all to view.
Sunny is a member of 4 clubs
North Idaho Retriever Club, Hunting Retriever Club, Puget Sound Labrador Retriever Association, Labrador Retriever Club, Inc.
Sunny’s certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, CHIC Certified, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Professional Handler, Associate Dog Trainer, AKC Judge
Expected Labrador Retrievers from Grizz and Risk
Due Feb. 2025. Ready Apr. 15
Expected Labrador Retrievers from Reagan and indy
Due Feb. 2025. Ready Apr. 19
Expected Labrador Retrievers from Grizz and Risk
Due Feb. 2025
Ready Apr. 15
Expected Labrador Retrievers from Reagan and indy
Due Feb. 2025
Ready Apr. 19
Sunny 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 $1,500 - $2,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.
“Price varies depending on the sire and dam.”
Sunny 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 Sunny 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 Sunny directly.
We have friends and family come over and socialize with our pups. Also, early training sit, down, come to whistle. They all start kennel training also. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Various sounds, Surface & tactile stimulation, Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized with children, and Basic Obedience Commands.
Puppies have their dewclaws removed, dewormed multiple times, first shots and health check-up. .
We send our puppies home with Toys, Puppy starter kit, Vet records, Microchip, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Food & treats, AKC Registration, Food Starter Bag, Microchip, Puppy Collar, Vaccinations, and Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents.
Why Sunny started breeding
I had a Mentor/Pro trainer that has been a breeder/trainer for over 25 years.
Sunny has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Sunny was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Sunny’s program includes two colors
Sunny’s Labrador Retriever puppies include yellow and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Sunny Skies Retrievers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Labrador Retriever
Labrador Retriever
About indy
indy is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sunny decided to make her part of their program. Sunny 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
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
Labrador Retriever
About Grizz
Grizz has his UKC CH title along with SHR title. He also has AKC Senior hunt title
Labrador Retriever
About Risk
Risk is a wonderful girl with a-lot of go she loves people and other dogs which makes her a great companion
Uploaded health tests
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
Labrador Retriever
About Reagan
Reagan started out his career running in field trials he has derby points. He has 4 MH passes and will title soon.
Uploaded health tests
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
Labrador Retriever
About Pixie
Pixie is a female Labrador Retriever almost 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sunny decided to make her part of their program. Sunny 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
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
Labrador Retriever
About Cami
Small Fox red, very sweet
Uploaded health tests
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
Labrador Retriever
About Frosty
Frosty is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sunny decided to make her part of their program. Sunny 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 Cash
Cash is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sunny decided to make him part of their program. Sunny 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 Django
Django is a male Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sunny decided to make him part of their program. Sunny 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
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Labrador Retriever
Great level
Sunny Skies 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
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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Brucellosis
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Animal Genetics Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, DNA Profile, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.