Fox Red Labrador Breeders
Dams and Sires
Fox Red Labrador Breeders- English Lab Puppies for TN Families
English Labrador Breeders in Tennessee
Learn more about our Fox Red English Labrador puppies from the best bloodlines across the Nation and meet the dams and sires behind one of the top Fox Red Labrador Breeders in the US!
Our English Lab puppies are lovable, family raised and ready for your home! The health of our dogs and the happiness of our puppy families are our highest priorities. One of the most important steps we take to ensure this is comprehensive health testing of our breeding dogs. Read below to learn what Health Testing is and what common Labrador conditions responsible breeders test for.
What is Health Testing?
Breed specific Health Testing is an important aspect of reputable Labrador breeders. It helps ensure the long-term health, well-being, and genetic soundness of puppies. Here’s an expanded explanation of the key health tests typically recommended for Labrador Retrievers—especially valuable if you’re looking for Fox Red Labrador Breeders.
What Health Tests Do We Perform as Fox Red Labrador Breeders?
1. Hip and Elbow Dysplasia Testing
What it is: Hip Dysplasia (or CHD) is an “orthopedic condition that occurs when the hip joint forms incorrectly, leading to looseness or laxity. Over time, this laxity causes arthritis to develop, leading to pain and discomfort.” -https://www.vet.cornell.edu
Test used: Radiographic evaluations reviewed by OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) or PennHIP.
Why it matters: While OFA and PennHIP screenings are considered the gold standard for evaluating hip and elbow abnormalities, there is currently no definitive genetic test for these conditions—unlike DNA-based disorders such as Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC), which can be identified through specific genetic testing.
“Although there is a genetic influence on hip dysplasia, the heritability of the trait is rather low. Many studies have shown that genetic variation accounts for only a modest fraction of the variation in hip scores, usually 15-40%. This means that some fraction of the variation in the quality of the hips is the result of non-genetic, or “environmental” influences.” – Carol Beuchat PhD https://www.instituteofcaninebiology.org
As such, responsible breeders must do the best they can to make informed decisions on their breeding plans through testing, whelping methods and raise puppies in as natural environment as possible and include education of puppy families with the best practices to help prevent dysplasia through proper nutrition, exercise and the delay of hormone altering procedures (such as spay/neuter) for their furr babies.
Genetic Testing for Labrador Breeders
2. EIC – Exercise-Induced Collapse
What it is: A genetic disorder causing affected dogs to collapse after intense exercise.
Test used: DNA test for the EIC gene mutation.
Why it matters: Carriers (one copy) can be bred to non-carriers to avoid affected puppies. Mating a carrier dog to a carrier, or an affected dog is putting the health of future puppies at risk.
3. CNM – Centronuclear Myopathy
What it is: A condition affecting muscle function, leading to weakness and poor coordination.
Test used: DNA test for the CNM gene.
Why it matters: Like EIC, breeding decisions should avoid producing affected puppies.
4. PRA – Progressive Retinal Atrophy
What it is: A degenerative eye disease that eventually causes blindness.
Test used: DNA panel testing (commonly included in Labrador-specific genetic panels).
Why it matters: PRA is inherited, and responsible breeding can eliminate it from bloodlines.
5. Dilute Gene Testing
What it is: This checks for the presence of the “d” allele responsible for dilute coat colors (like silver).
Why it matters: We test to avoid color dilution alopecia (CDA) and preserve breed standards.
Color dilution alopecia is a skin condition known for causing hair loss. This condition arises because of a hereditary structural defect causing an abnormal distribution of melatonin in the dog’s hair shafts. –https://www.hotlrc.com/silver
6. Eye Exams (Ophthalmologic Testing)
What it is: Screening for eye conditions like:
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Test used: Annual exams by a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist, often certified through CERF or OFA Eye Certification.
Why it matters: Many of these conditions can lead to blindness but can be managed if detected early and avoided through careful breeding.
Fox Red Lab Breeders- Meet the ladies and gents!
English Labrador Retriever Breeders in Tennessee
We are proud of our exceptional group of AKC registered Red Labs. Each of our dogs has been carefully selected for health, conformation, temperament, and classic English type. See their bios and OFA and DNA health testing screening results below.
Fox Red Labrador Breeders - Our Dams
'Lady Bug'
Lady Bug is our stunning, blocky keeper from Sandy (one of our retired girls), weighing in at 75 lbs. Her bloodlines produce beautiful puppies with blocky heads and large, expressive eyes. She’s a passionate retriever and will definitely give Roxy a run for her money! Lady Bug is incredibly smart, affectionate, and has a soft spot for babies. She even ‘babysits’ other moms’ pups when they need a break.
She’s been tested through Embark and is clear for CM, DM, HNPK, PRA, and Skeletal Dysplasia. Carries EIC. She is Dilute Free. OFA Hips Good. Elbows Normal.
'Lula'
Lula is another one of our keeper pups as a Fox Red Labrador breeders. With Lady Bug as her mama, she continues the tradition of beautiful heads and expressive eyes from those lines. Lula is our more petite Fox Red English Labrador, weighing around 65 lbs. She’s energetic and loves to retrieve or go on adventures.
Lula is clear for PRA, CM, DM, EIC, HNPK, and Skeletal Dysplasia, and is Dilute Free. OFA Hips, Elbows Normal, OFA Eye (CAER) Exam Normal.
'Missy'
Missy is our stunning Champion-sired yellow girl. She’s a driven retriever in the water but a calm and mellow companion overall. Missy is sired by AM. GOLD GCHG. Bequest Conclusion No Limit Poker, the #1 USA Labrador in 2020, and has GCH CH Brenton Gate Outer Limits on her dam’s side. She’s great with kids and absolutely loves water and tennis balls.
She has been DNA tested and is clear for EIC, PRA, CNM, DM, HNPK, and is a carrier for MCD. OFA Hips Good. Elbows Normal, OFA Eye (CAER) Exam Normal.
Missy has been retired and is living her best life with a loving family in Birmingham, AL.
Labrador Breeders Alabama
'Darcy'
Darcy is our keeper girl from ‘Missy’. A stunning black-coated version of her Dam. She is always ready for adventure and loves to hang with her people.
DNA testing pending… OFA prelims- Hips Good. Elbows Normal, OFA Eye (CAER) Exam Normal.
'Chili'
Chili is our sweet and laid-back girl, weighing in at 70 lbs. She’s never in a rush and loves exploring fields or trails with us—it’s one of her favorite activities. She enjoys cooling off in the water and retrieving, but if another dog wants the ball, she’s content to let them have it without causing a fuss. The kids adore spending time with her, and she’s a fantastic babysitter.
As one of our Fox Red Labrador breeders she is clear for CM, DM, EIC, HNPK, and Skeletal Dysplasia. Carries PRA. OFA Hips Good. Elbows Normal.
Chili is living her best life in Massachusetts with a great family and her two Escalante pup pals.
'Roxy'
“Retrieving Queen” perfectly captures Roxy. She’s our half English (show) and half American (field lines) Fox Red Labrador, and the only Labrador in our program with American (field) lines. Roxy is the ideal mix of both types—she has a strong drive to retrieve combined with a calm, laid-back personality, and weighs about 95 lbs. She’s a favorite around here (especially with my husband), and her puppies are adored by their new families.
Roxy is always ready for adventure and is incredibly loyal, staying close by your side. She loves running alongside the tractor when we’re working on the farm or retrieving in the pond until our arms are tired. At home, Roxy is as relaxed as they come and never hyper. A total water lover, she’ll dive down over 3 feet to fetch a rock from underwater. Her puppies inherit her love for hunting and spending time on the lake!
Roxy is clear by parentage for all except PRA, which was tested by DDC Veterinary and came back clear. OFA Hips- Good, Elbows Normal.
'Tornado'
Tornado is our Multi Champion Sired Ukrainian import, weighing in at 95 lbs. He’s a big, lovable goofball who comes running whenever you call his name. With a laid-back, sweet demeanor, his patient tolerance truly shines when he’s babysitting puppies. Loyal and always by our side, Tornado loves taking walks or simply hanging around the house.
He’s been tested through Embark and is clear for all, including CM, DM, EIC, HNPK, PRA, and Skeletal Dysplasia. OFA Hips- Excellent, Elbows Normal.
