Twisted Wire Ranch Retrievers

Raised by Julie R.

Certified Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Preferred Breeder
  • 100% response rate • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Twisted Wire Ranch Retrievers located in Tehachapi, CA. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members. Our dogs are our passion, and we can't imagine spending our lives without them. We are dedicated to achieving excellence and healthy family pets, and we love to raise puppies and prepare them for their forever homes.

Julie’s experience

  • About Julie

    Twisted Wire Ranch Retrievers is a full functioning yet small ranch located in Tehachapi CA! We raise not only beautiful retrievers but also show pigs, painted desert sheep, operate a horse rehabilitation program, chickens, and have acres for the dogs to run.

Getting a puppy from Julie

Julie 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 $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.

Contract and health guarantee

Julie 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 Julie 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 Julie directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are raised in a home and socialized. We handle them daily and have a variety of activities they are exposed to. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Various sounds, Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, and Scent introduction.

Puppy health practices

All puppies are vaccinated, wormed, vetted, and microchipped.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Microchip, and Registration.

Bringing your puppy home

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

Pick up your puppy in Tehachapi, CA 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.

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 Julie

  • Why Julie started breeding

    I have been in the animal industry for 47 years. I strive for quality in all aspects of our breeding programs.

  • Julie is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

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

  • Julie has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Julie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Julie’s program includes one color

    Julie’s Labrador Retriever puppies are yellow. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Julie’s links

Julie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Twisted Wire Ranch 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 Julie's parent dogs

All breeds

Labrador Retriever

Parent health testing

Labrador Retriever

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Twisted Wire Ranch 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 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.

  • PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), DNA Disease Panel, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), 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).

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