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At Upper Cumberland Labradors, every litter is the result of thoughtful planning and purposeful pairing. Our puppies are raised with care and intention, ensuring they embody the hallmark traits of the Labrador Retriever: health, intelligence, and an exceptional temperament. From our family to yours, we are honored to help you find a companion that reflects the very best of the breed.
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raised in the heart of tennessee, our puppies are nurtured with care, integrity, and purpose.
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This pairing brings together two exceptional Labradors whose strengths complement one another beautifully. Rosie offers outstanding intelligence, confidence, and trainability from proven detection bloodlines, while AJ contributes exceptional drive, proven hunting ability, and an affectionate, people focused temperament. Together, they represent the versatility, biddability, and sound temperament that define our breeding program.
We anticipate puppies with exceptional trainability, natural confidence, and the desire to work, balanced by the loving, stable temperaments that make Labradors such wonderful companions. We expect this litter to be well suited for hunting, detection work, dog sports, and active families looking for a capable, versatile partner.
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black males | 1 black female possible
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$4,500.00 includes tax
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black & yellow
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december 8th 2026
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born october 13th 2026
Status:
black tie affair litter
Rosie & AJ
This litter has been carefully planned with one purpose in mind: preserving the versatility that makes the Labrador Retriever one of the world's most beloved breeds. Emmy brings a steady, thoughtful temperament, natural intelligence, and an eagerness to work alongside her people. Paired with Boogie, an accomplished Grand Hunting Retriever Champion and Master Hunter, we expect puppies with the health, structure, trainability, and temperament needed to excel in a variety of roles while remaining wonderful companions at home.
We strive to produce the kind of Labrador that can hunt on Saturday, cuddle on Sunday, and have the temperament to change someone's life every day. Whether their future is as a hunting partner, service dog, therapy companion, sport competitor, or beloved family member, our goal is to produce dogs with the confidence, versatility, and soundness to thrive wherever life takes them.
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black males | 1 black female possible
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$4,500.00 includes tAX
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Black & chocolate
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December 11th 2026
GO home:
born october 16th 2026
Status:
monster mash litter
emmy & Boogie
This is one of the breedings we are most excited about. Ruby and Chief were thoughtfully paired for their complementary temperament, trainability, structure, and working ability. Chief is GRHRCH, MH, QAA, while Ruby is HRCH with a Grand pass and is currently pursuing her final pass for her MH title and qualification for the 2027 Master National. She will also return to the Spring Grand in pursuit of her GRHRCH title. Ruby's first litter exceeded our expectations, producing intelligent, driven, highly trainable puppies with beautifully balanced temperaments. We expect this pairing to produce versatile Labradors capable of excelling in the field, performance, service or therapy work, and as exceptional family companions.
Placements will be highly selective and reserved for thoughtfully matched homes where each puppy's individual potential can thrive.
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$5,000 includes tax
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all yellow/Fox Red
colors:
TBD
GO home:
planned for winter 26/27
Status:
TBD litter
ruby & Chief
Thoughtfully matched for both temperament and ability, Vanna and Chief each bring strengths that naturally complement one another. Vanna contributes the calm, intuitive disposition and emotional steadiness that have become hallmarks of her puppies, while Chief adds athleticism, confidence, and an exceptional desire to work. Together, they represent the balance of sound structure, trainability, and versatility that we strive to preserve in every generation. We expect this litter to produce highly trainable, versatile puppies with balanced temperaments and the natural ability to succeed in everything from hunting and performance sports to service work and life as loyal family companions.
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Accepting limited reservations
Availability:
$4,500 includes tax
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all yellow/fox red
colors:
TBD
GO home:
planned early 2027
Status:
tbd litter
vanna & Chief
Oakley and Tuff were thoughtfully paired to produce beautiful, well-balanced Labradors with exceptional temperaments, natural retrieving ability, and the versatility to thrive both at home and in the field. CH Cactus Rose’s Real Buckin’ Deal “Tuff” brings beautiful structure, effortless movement, retrieving drive, and a wonderful off switch, while Oakley is one of the sweetest, most naturally easygoing girls in our program. She is intelligent, attentive, affectionate, and incredibly steady. We expect this pairing to produce confident, highly trainable puppies with beautiful breed type, natural working ability, and the balanced temperament to excel as hunting companions, in performance or therapy work, and as exceptional family dogs.
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Accepting limited reservations
Availability:
$4,500.00 includes tax
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black & yellow
colors:
TBD
GO home:
Planned for 2027
Status:
tbd litter
oakley & Tuff
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Choosing a Labrador from Upper Cumberland Labradors is more than adding a puppy to your home; it's investing in a lifelong partnership built on trust, care, and excellence. Each puppy is raised with intention, following meticulous health protocols, early socialization, and our specialized training curriculum. Every detail of their upbringing reflects our dedication to producing Labradors that embody confidence, sound temperament, and the timeless devotion that defines the breed, From our family to yours, this is an experience designed to bring lasting joy and companionship for years to come.
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Over the years, we’ve built relationships with breeders across the country who share our commitment to health, temperament, and responsible breeding practices. If we aren’t the best fit for your needs, we’d love to help you find the breeder who is.
Our goal isn't to sell as many puppies as possible. it's to help as many families as we can find the perfect puppy for their needs, even if that's not with us.
While we believe our puppies are a wonderful fit for many families, we also know that no single breeder is the perfect fit for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a higher energy level, show lines, or simply a puppy available on a different timeline, we’re happy to point you in the right direction.
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Illini Service Dogs
"Trisha goes above and beyond for these dogs. Her attention to detail and thoughtfulness in every decision is unmatched "
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Estes Family
"If you are looking for a healthy, smart, and loving lab puppy, I cannot recommend them more. Our puppy is so well behaved, quick to learn, and eager to please!"
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Klein Family
“Nellie has been the best dog we’ve ever had. She is the SWEETEST, smartest and most perfect dog we have ever had. I would 10/10 recommend these puppies."
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Alt Family
“It is very evident that they love their dogs and care about where they go. We drove 5 hours because we knew he was coming from the best breeder! We are so in love with Gus!”
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Hartley Family
“We had the best experience with them! They are extremely smart dogs and easily trained we will never purchase a puppy from anyone else!"
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Cowden Family
“Highly recommend! They are the most caring and thoughtful breeders you could ever ask for! Trish was fully transparent throughout the entire process."
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