2026-2027 Breeding Outlook
(Plans, hopes, and dreams — always guided by Mother Nature)
Please Note: Once a breeding is completed, pairings are moved to our New Family Portal Page for active updates and tracking.
Our goal mirrors yours:
Sound, typey, steady Labradors with wonderful minds. If you ever have questions about pedigree, relatedness, or why we limit certain pairings, we are always happy to explain.
Planned Pairings (All dates are estimates and subject to natural and veterinary variables)
Denver × Ivy Estimated Due Date: End of March 2026
Colors: Black & Chocolate
Denver × Rain Estimated Due Date: May 2026
Colors: Black & Yellow
TBD × Taylor Estimated Due Date: June 2026
Colors: Yellow
Availability: None
TBD × Tess Estimated Due Date: October 2026
Our Breeding Philosophy
We breed first and foremost for the betterment of our own program and the Labrador Retriever breed.
This means we prioritize:
Breeding is never simple. It involves countless vet visits, progesterone testing, semen evaluations, artificial and surgical inseminations, ultrasounds, puppy counts, and — as every breeder understands — blood, sweat, tears, and love.
We are grateful for families who respect the integrity behind these decisions.
A Special Honor: We are proud to share that our dogs were selected to help produce future service dogs for the West Virginia University Service Dog Program. This recognition reflects our commitment to health, temperament, and purposeful breeding, and we are deeply honored to be part of such meaningful work.
Please Note: Once a breeding is completed, pairings are moved to our New Family Portal Page for active updates and tracking.
Our goal mirrors yours:
Sound, typey, steady Labradors with wonderful minds. If you ever have questions about pedigree, relatedness, or why we limit certain pairings, we are always happy to explain.
Planned Pairings (All dates are estimates and subject to natural and veterinary variables)
Denver × Ivy Estimated Due Date: End of March 2026
Colors: Black & Chocolate
Denver × Rain Estimated Due Date: May 2026
Colors: Black & Yellow
TBD × Taylor Estimated Due Date: June 2026
Colors: Yellow
Availability: None
TBD × Tess Estimated Due Date: October 2026
Our Breeding Philosophy
We breed first and foremost for the betterment of our own program and the Labrador Retriever breed.
This means we prioritize:
- Health testing
- Correct type and structure
- Genetic diversity
- Long-term program integrity
- Retain multiple puppies from a litter
- Use an alternate stud dog when appropriate
- Adjust plans based on veterinary guidance, timing, or health factors
Breeding is never simple. It involves countless vet visits, progesterone testing, semen evaluations, artificial and surgical inseminations, ultrasounds, puppy counts, and — as every breeder understands — blood, sweat, tears, and love.
We are grateful for families who respect the integrity behind these decisions.
A Special Honor: We are proud to share that our dogs were selected to help produce future service dogs for the West Virginia University Service Dog Program. This recognition reflects our commitment to health, temperament, and purposeful breeding, and we are deeply honored to be part of such meaningful work.
Puppy Pricing & Program Overview
Puppy Pricing
Puppy Price for New Families: $4,000
Deposit: $500 (applied toward the total purchase price)
Reduced pricing is available for existing Fairfax Pines families.
For returning families, the $500 deposit is waived.
All puppies must be paid in full prior to leaving our property.
What Is IncludedEvery Fairfax Pines puppy comes with:
Our Nursery & Puppy Preschool
In our cozy home, the gentle pitter-patter of tiny paws signals the arrival of precious new lives. Our puppies begin their learning journey at 3-4 weeks from our home to our climate-controlled nursery, where comfort, safety, and cleanliness are always the priority. This marks the start of their Puppy Preschool experience.
Here, puppies are introduced to:
Our Daily Commitment
Being retired allows us the privilege of dedicating our full time, energy, and love to our dogs. Our days are filled with structured care, play, bonding, and observation.
We are also incredibly fortunate to have a Kennel Assistant who is a former Veterinary Technician, whose knowledge, skill, and compassion further enhance the care and wellbeing of our dogs and puppies.
This is not a business to us — it is a lifestyle built around devotion, responsibility, and love for the Labrador Retriever.
Our Commitment to Thoughtful Breeding
Every breeding decision we make is rooted in:
We do not guarantee the use of any particular stud. Breeding involves countless variables — timing, fertility, health, veterinary guidance, and nature itself. This process requires patience, experience, and trust. Much of what goes into breeding is unseen by puppy families, and we believe that is as it should be. What matters most is the result: healthy, confident, loving companions.
Respect for Breeding Decisions
We deeply value the passion of our puppy families. However, we also ask for trust in our experience.
For example, when asked about breeding closely related dogs, we gently remind families that ethical breeding requires restraint, not convenience. Our goal is not only beautiful puppies — it is sound structure, stable minds, and long-term genetic responsibility. Color is never more important than character.
Our Promise
The essence of a good dog is not found in their coat — it lives in their spirit, their joy, and the love they bring into a home. As stewards of this wonderful breed, we are not simply producing puppies. We are creating companions who will walk beside their families through life’s chapters with loyalty, affection, and integrity. Each litter represents hope, responsibility, and the promise of countless moments of joy.
We are honored to be part of that journey with you. 💛
Puppy Pricing
Puppy Price for New Families: $4,000
Deposit: $500 (applied toward the total purchase price)
Reduced pricing is available for existing Fairfax Pines families.
For returning families, the $500 deposit is waived.
All puppies must be paid in full prior to leaving our property.
What Is IncludedEvery Fairfax Pines puppy comes with:
- AKC Registration (pre-paid)
- Lifetime breeder support
- Complimentary 30 days of pet insurance beginning on pick-up day
Our Nursery & Puppy Preschool
In our cozy home, the gentle pitter-patter of tiny paws signals the arrival of precious new lives. Our puppies begin their learning journey at 3-4 weeks from our home to our climate-controlled nursery, where comfort, safety, and cleanliness are always the priority. This marks the start of their Puppy Preschool experience.
Here, puppies are introduced to:
- Gentle handling and confidence-building experiences
- Early socialization with people, sounds, textures, and environments
- Desensitization to everyday stimuli
- Foundations for calm, adaptable temperaments
Our Daily Commitment
Being retired allows us the privilege of dedicating our full time, energy, and love to our dogs. Our days are filled with structured care, play, bonding, and observation.
We are also incredibly fortunate to have a Kennel Assistant who is a former Veterinary Technician, whose knowledge, skill, and compassion further enhance the care and wellbeing of our dogs and puppies.
This is not a business to us — it is a lifestyle built around devotion, responsibility, and love for the Labrador Retriever.
Our Commitment to Thoughtful Breeding
Every breeding decision we make is rooted in:
- Research
- Health testing
- Pedigree analysis
- Temperament evaluation
- Long-term program vision
We do not guarantee the use of any particular stud. Breeding involves countless variables — timing, fertility, health, veterinary guidance, and nature itself. This process requires patience, experience, and trust. Much of what goes into breeding is unseen by puppy families, and we believe that is as it should be. What matters most is the result: healthy, confident, loving companions.
Respect for Breeding Decisions
We deeply value the passion of our puppy families. However, we also ask for trust in our experience.
For example, when asked about breeding closely related dogs, we gently remind families that ethical breeding requires restraint, not convenience. Our goal is not only beautiful puppies — it is sound structure, stable minds, and long-term genetic responsibility. Color is never more important than character.
Our Promise
The essence of a good dog is not found in their coat — it lives in their spirit, their joy, and the love they bring into a home. As stewards of this wonderful breed, we are not simply producing puppies. We are creating companions who will walk beside their families through life’s chapters with loyalty, affection, and integrity. Each litter represents hope, responsibility, and the promise of countless moments of joy.
We are honored to be part of that journey with you. 💛
** Note we breed for our own purposes first, always trying to improve our lines and betterment of the breed through health testing and adding lines for the preservation of the Labrador standard. We may choose to keep multiple puppies from litters at our discretion, and we may use an alternate stud dog than the one listed on our breeding plan. Many factors and vet visits are just a small part of breeding, multiple progesterone tests, semen evaluations, artificial insemination, surgical insemination's, ultrasounds to confirm pregnancy, as well as puppy counts and a multitude of other factors and situations - blood, sweat and tears!!! ... <3
**We are proud to announce our dogs were chosen to produce the future service dogs for the West Virginia University Service Dog Program!
**We are proud to announce our dogs were chosen to produce the future service dogs for the West Virginia University Service Dog Program!
We reserve the right to refuse the placement of our puppies and dogs if we feel a family may not be a good fit.
This decision is made with careful consideration for the well-being of both the animals and families involved.
Certainly, we understand that life happens. If you pass on getting a puppy you lose your spot and are moved to the bottom of the list - if you pass on a puppy more than twice you are removed, and your information is placed into my home office file and you will have to contact me when you feel your family is ready for a future puppy.