Our Puppies
Pictured: River as a puppy, the foundation of Riverbourne Labradors.
Raised on peaceful Arkansas land, surrounded by nature and family
At Riverbourne Labradors, every litter is carefully planned to produce healthy, well-balanced puppies who embody traits of the Labrador Retriever Club standard. This includes intelligence, loyalty, and a steady, affectionate temperament.
Health, Care & Preparation
We believe that early experiences shape a puppy for life. From their first days, our puppies are raised in our home, surrounded by gentle hands, everyday sounds, and plenty of love. We follow the Puppy Culture program to emphasize early neurological stimulation (ENS), socialization, and exposure to a wide range of new experiences.
Each puppy is eligible for AKC registration and introduced to basic handling, crate exposure, household sounds, and early confidence-building. We also begin foundation training to support families in continuing positive interactions. By the time they leave for their new homes, puppies are curious, resilient, and ready to integrate into their forever families' lives.
Before going home, every Riverbourne puppy receives:
Two-week supply of Life’s Abundance Large Breed Puppy Food
Comprehensive health folder (vet records, vaccine & deworming schedule, microchip details, and health guarantee)
Comfort blanket with mom and littermates’ scent
Starter toy
Training treats
Puppy collar and leash
Puppy care guide (feeding schedule, daily routine, crate & potty training tips
Lifetime breeder support
Our puppies are sold with limited AKC registration and come with a written health guarantee for genetic soundness
Current Litter
River’s January 2026 litter has been fully reserved. We are so grateful to the wonderful families who will soon be welcoming these puppies into their homes.
If you are interested in a future Riverbourne puppy, we would love to stay in touch. Our next planned litter may be later this year, depending on River’s health and recovery after this litter.
You are welcome to join our future litter interest list through the Puppy Application.