Frequently Asked Questions
***See also “About our Puppies” for additional information
Our Process Overview:
1) After your questionnaire has been approved and your deposit is placed, your name will be added our puppy waiting list. You can view it online on our Available puppies page.
2) At the end of the year, I’ll post my planned litters for the following year on the “Available puppies” page.
3) Once a breeding has taken place with the dog parents you are listed with, there will be a group email sent informing families when expected due date and go home dates will be.
4) When Puppies are 4 weeks old another group email is sent to keep families updated on their puppies and are given a list of supplies they’ll need when puppies go home.
5) Puppies will be chosen generally in the order of deposit placed around 6 to 7 weeks of age via social media photos and videos.
6) AKC registrations are included with the price of your puppy. All Puppies will have the prefix of Sunny Creek. You may give us your chosen registered name after choosing your puppy.
7) We schedule puppy pick-ups at 8 weeks of age and allow 3 days past 8 weeks for pick up. (All puppies have to be picked up ontime.) All puppies are paid for by 6 weeks of age.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes, we require a $500.00 deposit to be added to our list. (non-refundable)
What is the price of a puppy?
Puppies are currently $3500.00 The deposit paid will be deducted from the total price of the puppy.
Where can I learn more about the puppy parents?
Under “Our Dogs” you’ll find a description of each of our males and females in the breeding program. If you click on the bio at the bottom we have photos and clearances listed as well.
When will I get an update after I’m approved?
We send out updates once the breeding has taken place. We do request in this email that you confirm you are still wanting a puppy from this breeding pair.
The next update given are when the puppies are born. There is not a lot of new information while the mama is growing the puppies.
How does the puppy pick process work?
The breeder has the first choice in every litter, male or female. We like to help navigate the process as we know our puppies best. The order of choosing is normally how the deposits were received for the litter but there are exceptions to this. If for example in an earlier litter there weren’t enough puppies, we would also add those families to the next litter if there was enough puppies. Families should keep in mind that each puppy will be a wonderful family dog.
When do I pick my puppy?
Puppies are chosen through photos and videos posted on our social media accounts between 6 and 7 weeks of age.
Where are you located?
We are located outside of Greenville, Ohio about 45 minutes northwest of Dayton.
Will I be able to watch my puppy grow?
Yes, we upload photos and videos on a regular basis on Instagram and Facebook. Puppies are generally assigned a ribbon color in the first few weeks so we can monitor their progress and families can watch them grow. We have one Facebook account “Sunny Creek Labs”
Instagram: @sunnycreeklabmom & daughter’s Instagram: @sunnycreeklabdaughter
When will my puppy be able to come home?
All puppies will go home at 8 weeks of age.
Can I pick my puppy out in person?
For the safety of our puppies we are very careful about visitors before puppies have had their first set of vaccinations. Since our puppies go all over the United States families chose from the photos and videos presented on Social Media. Most puppies in a litter are consistent. We do offer guidance on the puppies personalities since we know them best.
How do I get my puppy?
Puppy pick-ups are scheduled at 8 weeks of age and picked up in person in my home. Everyone always enjoys meeting the Crew!
What if I can't come on pickup day to get my puppy? Can you board my puppy for a few days?
We want all puppies to go home on time. Your puppy will need to continue to work on potty training and bonding with you.
Do you ship puppies?
No, we do NOT ship puppies!
What type of food do you feed your dogs?
We feed our adult crew Purina Pro Plan Large Breed Chicken “Sport” 26/16. We also feed Hill’s Science Diet. We will let you know what your Puppy is eating prior to going home.
Can I bring my current dogs to puppy pick up?
For the safety of our dogs and the puppies still here, no, we ask you do not bring any other pets with you when picking up your puppy.
Do you have every color?
Yes, we breed the correct colors of Yellow, Black and Chocolate puppies. These are the only colors recognized by the AKC.
Are the puppies AKC registered?
Yes, all puppies come with a “limited” AKC registration included with the price of your puppy. We sell our puppies on a Limited Registration, which means you can achieve ALL AKC titles except show in the conformation ring or use for breeding.
What goes home with puppies on gotcha day?
All puppies go home with a collar, leash, binder of parents pedigree, health clearances, microchip registration, information on exercise, dangerous foods, plants, and household items, puppy potty training, a blanket that smells like mom, and a baggy of food. We feel this prepares the puppy for a smoother transition into their new forever home.
Do you sell full registration?
No, we sell all puppies at limited registration only.
How big will my lab puppy grow to?
Labradors on average are between 65-80 pounds. Females are usually smaller than males.
What kind of toys do you recommend?
I personally use Nylabones, Benebones, West Paw Design & Kong toys. Do not give or recommend your dog/puppy rope toys and rawhide or cooked bones. We have the best luck with larger rubber durable toys, non-edible nylabones, and benebones (our dog’s favorite, they told us) and chuck-it balls.