D and R Kennels

D and R Kennels Champion Labradors Breeding and Training We are a family owned kennel that breeds, raises and trains champion Pointing Labrador Retrievers.

We can teach the basics (house training, sit, stay, come and down) along with force fetch on up. Our dogs are part of our family along with our hunting partners. Our puppies make outstanding family pets and outstanding hunters in the field or the duck blind.

Way to go team Rick n Redd getting it done this weekend. Redd earned his JH title this past weekend at Flint Oak.
05/25/2026

Way to go team Rick n Redd getting it done this weekend. Redd earned his JH title this past weekend at Flint Oak.

We don’t know them all but we Owe them all. ♥️🤍💙
05/25/2026

We don’t know them all but we Owe them all. ♥️🤍💙

05/23/2026

Dawn Day LaVergne below is what we were just talking about.

Anonymous Post: 
I had a first tonight and was wondering how you all have dealt with similar situations. A woman who had put a deposit down was treating me as if I should be at her beck and call all hours of the day. I send a weekly update to new families with pics and sometimes videos, sometimes more often depending on circumstances. She placed her deposit 2.5 weeks ago. I have sent her 3 updates in that time. Today at about 1 p.m. she private messaged me on Facebook asking for a video. She does have my actual phone number bc I normally text with her and text her the updates. I was busy on the ranch most of the day taking care of all the animals, dogs, and puppies. I don’t always keep my phone on me when I’m out and about working. I didn’t see the message. She messaged again around 5 p.m, aggravated that I had not answered her message yet and sent a video and stated that she wanted her deposit back. Mind you, I had just sent her latest update on Wednesday. I messaged her back as soon as I sat down this evening and saw her messages. My deposits are normally non refundable, but I decided I don’t want anything to do with someone like this and refunded her deposit just to be done with her. I’m disappointed when people don’t understand that being a good responsible breeder takes a lot of hands on work. You’d think they would appreciate that you’re taking such great care of your dogs and puppies that you can’t be on your phone and at their beck and call at any given moment. Other than giving in to people like this, how do you deal with people who do not understand boundaries? I’m afraid she’s going to give me an unwarranted bad review. My husband tells me all the time to take it with a grain of salt. That’s hard to do sometimes.

04/30/2026

Know the Temperature. Choose with Purpose.

Not every litter is created the same.

Every litter has a different “temperature” based on the genetics, purpose, and pairing behind the breeding. Some are built for high drive and performance, others for hunting and working homes, and some for more balanced or laid-back lifestyles.

None are better than the other — just different.

The key is choosing a litter that matches your goals, your lifestyle, and your expectations.

Health and genetics matter, but understanding what kind of dog you’re bringing home matters just as much.

At Best Retrievers, we focus on intentional pairings and truly knowing our dogs so you’re starting with the right foundation from the very beginning.

Because when the temperature fits,
you get the right dog for your life.

04/24/2026

Mojo x Kimber Spring Wedding Litter 2026
Puppies are loving the grass and free range. Pups start going to their forever homes this weekend. Can’t wait to see what their future holds for each of them.

The best of the best. FEED Inuk Shuk
04/22/2026

The best of the best. FEED Inuk Shuk

Address

507 NE County Road 17404
Archie, MO
64725

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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+18168032852

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