There are 8 Labrador Retriever breeders within 65 miles of Des Moines, mostly around Des Moines, Elkhart and Indianola. The best rated with at least 10 reviews is Formaro Labradors in Indianola (4.8 from 19 reviews). 6 of them have their own website, where most post upcoming litters and prices. The puppies are sold by the breeders themselves: call them or check their website for available puppies and waitlists.
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Labrador Retriever
- Origin
- United Kingdom and Canada
- Also called
- Lab
- Breeders listed
- 1,370 in the US
- Typical puppy price
- $2,250 (most charge $1,500 to $3,500)
Before you call a Labrador Retriever breeder
- Health results for both parents. Good Labrador Retriever breeders test for hips and elbows (OFA or PennHIP), an eye exam and a DNA test for exercise-induced collapse (EIC), and show you the paperwork.
- See the mother with the litter, in person or on a live video call, not only photos.
- A real breeder asks you questions about your home and schedule, and often has a waitlist.
- Never wire money or pay with gift cards or crypto before you have seen the puppy. That is how most puppy scams work.
Labrador Retriever breeders near other cities
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How many Labrador Retriever breeders are near Des Moines?
We list 8 breeders of Labrador Retrievers within 65 miles of Des Moines, IA.
What is the closest Labrador Retriever breeder to Des Moines?
Cory Code Retrievers in Des Moines, IA, about 5 miles from downtown Des Moines.
Do these breeders have puppies for sale now?
Litters come and go. Call the breeder or check their website for available puppies, upcoming litters and waitlists, and never pay before you have seen the puppy.