Planned Labrador Retriever Litters​ for 2024-2025

Last Updated: March 28, 2024

Our Breeding Program:
At Sundance Retrievers the human family is important. After we carefully select a female for breeding, she is raised with us and trained as a gun dog or companion dog. Once her training is complete, she leaves our home to go to her host family.

Upon confirmation of pregnancy, our breeding females return to our home to whelp the puppies. Once the puppies are weaned their mothers go home to their families . This practice provides our deserving females with wonderful lives .

We have selected top Irish, British and American field lines – as well as a champion hunting show line – to create three lines of gun dogs to better match your individual lifestyle:

* To create the Sporting Gun Dog line we combine the drive and energy of the American field dog with the style of the Irish and British gun dog. The results tend to produce a dog that can be a dynamic hunting partner and active family companion. This type of dog loves to be active and involved with their family. They are happy to hunt on the weekends or go for a hike on mountain trail. During the work week, a dog from this breeding would enjoy a walk or two a day and a game of fetch.

* We use the time tested breeding of Irish and British field dogs to produce the Classic Gun Dog line. This type of pairing yields a young dog that typically has more of an ” off switch”. A pup from a Classic Gun Dog Litter, can be a great field partner and home companion. They are softer in personality, easy to get a long with and may have less energy demands than a Sporting Gun Dog.

* We combine Irish/British field lines with hunting show lines that tend to yield remarkably calm dogs that can hunt. . The Occasional Gun Dog line is bred with therapy and companion pets in mind. From this pairing, we look to create a quiet young dog that looks for direction and wants to be with you. 

At Sundance Retrievers, we are focused on providing our clients with the highest quality Labrador Retrievers and promise that all of the dogs in our breeding program are:

* AKC DNA certified
* AKC registered
* OFA Eye Certified
* Have a OFA Score rated either good or excellent; and/or a PennHip of 50% and higher
* Tested for : Centronuclear Myopathy ( CNM), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM), Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC),Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Progressive Retinal Atrophy ( PRA-PRCD), Progressive Rod- Cone Degeneration (PRCD), Retinal Dysplasia (DRD1), Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 ( OSD1) and Skeletal Dysplasia(SD2).

​In addition, they will have a strong working pedigree and temperaments that are graded against the AKC Canine Good Citizen standard.

We accept deposits for Trained Companions, Working Dogs and  Gun Dogs from all upcoming litters.  A deposit to reserve your pup and training program is $500.00, please Contact Us for more details.

Due to high demand for our trained dogs, we no longer sell puppies or untrained dogs.

Occasionally, however, we sell one or two Head Start puppies from a litter. Head Start puppies go home at approximately three – four months of age, crate trained and introduced to basic obedience. Head Start puppies sell for $5,500.00.
​ Any Head Start puppies currently available would be listed in our Dogs For Sale page as a Head Start Puppy.

Maple x Sundance’s Mister Incredible SH, Born February 26, 2024. A litter of 9 all-yellow Classic Gun Dogs. 6 yellow males are available.

Sire: Sundance’s Mister Incredible SH
( HRCH Beren of Tol Galen SH x Brea )
OFA Hips: Good OFA Elbows: Normal OFA Eyes: Certified
Pennhip : Right DI : 0.48 , Left DI : 0.50

Pedigree
EIC,CNM, DM,HNPK,PRA-PRCD,PRCD,DRD1 ,OSD1, RD/ OSD,SD2 and STGD1: Unaffected

Dam:  Maple
(FTW Apollobay Crimson King x Remy V Migliore)
Pennhip: Right DI : 0.48 Left DI: 0.47,
 OFA Hips: Good,  OFA Elbows : Normal  OFA Eyes : Certified

If you are looking for an equal opportunity pup, that can do everything from shed hunting to service work, then, this is the litter for you. A repeat litter from last year, that we could not be more pleased with. A pup from this litter will weight about 60lb when full grown. 

Available training programs:
Companions: $7,750.00 ready August 2024 ,Advanced companions: $9,750.00 ready October 2024 ,Working dogs: $10,000.00+

 

 Kate x Sundance’s Buffalo Bill, Born March 18, 2024. A litter of all black Sporting Gun Dogs

Sire: Sundance’ Buffalo Bill
( FTW Apollobay Crimson King x Cuileann Silkie Sadie)
Pennhip: Right DI:0.37,Left DI:0.47,
OFA Hips: Excellent,OFA: Elbows Normal, OFA Eyes: Clear 

Pedigree
EIC,CNM, DM,HNPK,PRA-PRCD,PRCD,DRD1 ,OSD1, RD/ OSD,SD2 and STGD1: Unaffected

Dam:  Kate
(Bullard’s Shotgun Gibbs MH x Bullard’s Raven Beauty MH)
Pennhip: Right DI : 0.45 Left DI: 0.44,  
OFA Hips: Good,  OFA Elbows : Normal  OFA Eyes : Certified  

When you find a magical combination of genetics, you stay with it. A repeat breeding from last year, The Kate x Bill’s are  fun, engaging students to live and train with. They have the drive when you want it and the desired off switch when you don’t. A pup from this litter will be around 60-70lb when full grown.

Available training programs:
Head start puppy: $5,500 ready end of June 2024,Companions: $7,750 ready September 2024, Advanced companions:  $9,750 ready November 2024 ,Working dogs:$10,000 +

Bonnie x FTCH Tullyah Jasper, due May 2024, a litter of yellow and black
Classic Gun Dogs

Sire: FTCH Tullyah Jasper
( FTCH Birdsgreen Cluedo of Wedgnok x Mandrake Anya of Highwalk)
BVA Hips 0/0, BVA elbows: 0/0 BVA Eyes: Clear 

Pedigree
EIC,CNM, DM,HNPK,PRA-PRCD,PRCD,DRD1 ,OSD1, RD/ OSD,SD2 and STGD1: Unaffected

Dam: Bonnie
(FTW Apollobay Crimson King x Grayhavens Nevermore SH)
OFA Hips: Good OFA Elbows : Normal, OFA Eyes: Certified
Pennhip Right DI: 0.47, Pennhip Left DI:0.47​

Looking for your next companion or service dog? Look no further then the Bonnie x Diesel litter.  We look for this litter to be calm, easy going and directable. They would excel as comfort k-9s and started service dogs. A pup from this litter will be around 50-60lb when full grown.

 Available training programs:
Head start puppy: $5,500 ready end of June 2024, Companions: $7,750 ready September 2024, Advanced companions: $9,750 ready November 2024 ,Working dogs:$10,000 +

Maggie x OFTW Flashmount Tenor of Tagabea, due May 2024, a litter of all chocolate Sporting Gun Dogs.

Sire: OFTW Flashmount Tenor of Tagabea
( FTW Grangemead Pluto x Flashmout Guilder)
BVA Hips: 3/3 BVA: 0/0 BVA Eyes: Certified

Pedigree
EIC,CNM, DM,HNPK,PRA-PRCD,PRCD,DRD1 ,OSD1, RD/ OSD,SD2 and STGD1: Unaffected

Dam: Maggie 
( FTW Sweeps Standing Oak  x Sundance’s Duff)
OFA Hips: Good, OFA Elbows: Normal,
OFA Eyes: Certified
Pennhip : Right DI = 0.47  Left DI = 0.44,

Searching for a unicorn? Dark chocolate in color, that loves to retrieve, go for hikes and melts into you when you pet them? A repeat breeding from last year, The Maggie x Tenors, are fast learners, eager to anticipate the next right choice and want to be with you. They would be great as family pets, comfort k-9s, service dogs and gun dogs. A pup from this litter will be about 60lb when fully grown.

Available training programs:
Companions: $7,750 ready November  2024, Advanced companions: $9,750 ready January 2025 ,Working dogs:$10,000 +

Millie  x FTCH Tullyah Jasper, due Fall  2024, a litter of yellow and black
Classic Gun Dogs

Sire: FTCH Tullyah Jasper
( FTCH Birdsgreen Cluedo of Wedgnok x Mandrake Anya of Highwalk)
BVA Hips 0/0, BVA elbows: 0/0 BVA Eyes: Clear 

Pedigree
EIC,CNM, DM,HNPK,PRA-PRCD,PRCD,DRD1 ,OSD1, RD/ OSD,SD2 and STGD1: Unaffected

Dam: Millie
(In. FTCH Beileys Aguzannis Of Fendawood x FTW Fowlersmoon Tipple By Olivertash)
OFA Hips :Excellent, OFA Elbows: Normal, OFA eyes: Certified

Bred with therapy and service careers in mind, a pup from this litter will be calmer, biddable and easy to work with. A pup from this litter should be around 50-60lb when fully grown.

Available training programs:
Head start puppy: $5,500, Companions: $7,750, Advanced companions: $9,750, Working dogs:$10,000 +

Looking for a dog that is already in training ? Please see our Dogs For Sale page.

John Stanford
John Stanford
November 6, 2023
My wife and I have had 4 lovely rescue Labs since 1987. When our last Lab passed in Nov. 2022 we decided to make a puppy part of our family. Not knowing anything about training a puppy I searched and found that Cheryl from Sundance Retrievers, sells Started pups. After my discussions with Cheryl we signed a contract for Bessie the black lab. Cheryl gave us lots of information to prepare for our new arrival. We received images and notes about her progress. We picked her up on May 2023 and brought her home to Rhode Island. I have to say she just the sweetest well bred pup, and smart as a whip. She turns 1 year old on November and we couldn't be happier. Thank you Cheryl for turning out my little friend.
Matt Mead
Matt Mead
October 9, 2023
We have used Sundance Retrievers for both hunting/guiding and private training for our two rescue dogs. I cannot say enough good things about Sheryl and her staff. They are very kind, friendly and knowledgeable. The dogs they’ve brought to my bird hunts and duck hunts are top notch and exceed expectations with their performance, retrieving every bird that they possibly can and flushing each bird they find expertly. They are well trained dogs and would highly recommend them to everyone. For the private training Sheryl was able to get our 14 year old puppy to not only stop pulling us on the lead during walks but walk very calmly at our side and look to us for guidance on the walks. Our newest 1 year old puppy is a work in progress and she’s made incredible progress working with Sheryl. She went from being a stray who never walked on a lead, to walking perfectly at heel since working with Sheryl, I can’t wait to advance her training with Sherly and Sundance. They are a top notch organization and I would highly recommend them.
Chris Laraway
Chris Laraway
August 14, 2023
We can’t recommend Sheryl & Sundance Retrievers enough! She was incredibly insightful throughout the entire process and has shown commitment to stay engaged with us. The pups coming from Sundance carrying a tremendous pedigree and make for top notch companions. We picked Mac up 3 months ago and he has quickly become a cornerstone of our family. He is well adjusted to toddler life and is up for any adventure! A true “turn-key” dog. The responsibility is on us to ensure he stays on track with his training and temperament. If you are considering a dog from Sundance Retrievers, GO FOR IT!
Barbara Williamsen
Barbara Williamsen
June 26, 2023
My husband and I searched for several months to find a solid, dedicated and loving breeder of Labrador retrievers. We felt so fortunate to have found Sundance Retrievers in PA. Sheryl and her staff have trained beautiful lab puppies and we were blessed to have found our new companion from them. They have laid down the foundation to work from and you can be sure the basics of heel , sit , stay and stop whistle are firmly entrenched. One thing we will say is that visiting Sundance Retrievers and taking part in your puppy’s training is extremely helpful. We learned a lot from Sheryl and got to know our puppy. We brought our puppy Abby home in May and she is just a sweet, calm and well mannered puppy. We still have ongoing training work ahead of us but we are loving the journey with our new friend in our lives. My husband and I would highly recommend Sundance Retrievers to anyone interested in purchasing a beautiful well trained Labrador Retriever.
Brent Earnshaw
Brent Earnshaw
June 21, 2023
Had Roxy for 2 months now. A really sweet nice dog. Don’t think that you are not getting a pup. It’s still lots of time and work. Sheryl was great and very responsive. I must admit that given the time and money spent I thought it would be easier. These are Kennel kept dogs and much time has been spent potty training her and getting her used to living in a home. As well as obedience training. Roxy is responsive and eager to learn We are almost there. Her walking and sit commands were perfect from day 1. Here command far from good but improving.. I would recommend getting a dog from Sundance but make sure you understand you are still buying a pup and will spend lots of time and effort getting her right. 3/9/2022 Update- After several months, lots of love and care I want to write to say Roxy is just a wonderful dog and companion. So loving a very quick learner everyone loves her. She goes with me everywhere. She’s a very important part of a very busy household. Thanks Sheryl. 6/21/2023 Update- Roxy has continued to grow and amaze me. What started out a little tough has turned into a friend that never stops impressing me. It was never Roxy. It was a new Owner who needed to learn how to deal with Roxy. She has learned how to help me with a disability I have and is like a “mother hen”. She is my constant companion and she loves it. I’ve learned the training she received at Sundance was so helpful when it came to teaching her new things. Me and Roxy couldn’t be happier. Thanks again Sheryl
Ashlee Randall
Ashlee Randall
June 12, 2023
I got Hawk from Sundance Retreivers and he has been a fantastic addition to my family. He had a terrific disposition and is always trying to please. I love it that he already knows basic commands. I highly recommend Sundance Retreivers!
Christian Brooks
Christian Brooks
May 4, 2023
Best. Pup. EVER! We have had Labs ranging from free to about $1,000 for an 8-week-old. Decided to go the "started" route due to our more urban living situation part time and WHAT A DIFFERENCE the jump up in price point makes. No doubt this is the result of superior genetics but the real difference YOU will SEE in your pup is the amount of time these fine folks put into these dogs. I just THOUGHT I have had some good labs before (and I have) but none have come even close to the part of the bell curve this animal occupies. We had her driven to Austin from the kennel and we could tell Riley-Bird was special from the second she arrived. She had ZERO separation anxiety from home and settled in quickly. We CLOSELY FOLLOWED the homing guide and it was spot-on. ALSO, we employed the "language" that Sheryl and the team started her on and she knew immediately what our noises of approval or disapproval meant and conformed her behavior as best she could at seven months. Impeccable in our opinion. As other reviews have stated: if you want a turn-key finished dog then opt for that because a started dog will require more from you than you may realize - but if you have the time to put in, you'll be happy you finished her yourself (fine-tuning house-training, and other started behaviors). Using "the language" we have learned that the phrase "you can teach her anything you want" to be 100% true. All told, this is the best dog, by about a million miles, that I have ever had. I've probably got another companion dog or two in me in my life. And while I will cry big tears when Riley-Bird ends her time here - I'll be a repeat buyer. If you are one the fence - do it. Consider it an investment in happiness and self-care. We went the companion route for our own purposes but she is very at home in the field and does not shy away from a chance to take a ride or go romp around in the field/woods. And I have never seen a dog with a nose this good or one that chases a cat laser and makes the cats look like a couple of lazy bums. JUST GO FOR IT. It will be the best dogcision you ever make.