Patricia M

Smart Pups Assistance Dogs Labrador Retrievers

Sunshine Coast, QLD

Hi, I'm Patricia M.

Our program breed specifically for Assistance Dogs,Therapy Dogs, Facility Dogs. Our lines are through American working lines and Australian Guide Dog Lines. Puppies sometimes available.

Vet Approved CriteriaMember since Dec 2023

RightPaw Responsible Breeder Badge

Every breeder on RightPaw has agreed to our vet-approved RightPaw Code of Ethics, and passed an interview from one of our team.

  • Breeding & Welfare
  • Health Practices
  • Home Environment
  • Documentation
  • Feeding
  • Physical Condition

Our Breeding Practices

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Behaviour and socialisation

All our puppies go through early stimulation and socializing with our many volunteers.

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Health

All our breeding stock are Hip/Elbow tested and have full DNA testing. Results are available for viewing.

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Home environment

Whelped inside, Well socialised, Acreage property/rural property, Temperature controlled area, Indoor and outdoor activities, Raised indoor and outdoors, Sensory play/stimulating enrichment

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Included with our puppies

Puppy raising guide, DNA results of parents, Relevant health records, Breed specific care guide, Starter Food Pack, Scented Toy, Scented Blanket

Health Tests

Core Tests(4/4)

Smart Pups Assistance Dogs Labrador Retrievers conducts 4 out of 4 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Labrador Retriever.

EIC

EIC

dna iconGenetic Test

Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC) is a genetic condition mainly affecting Retrievers and Spaniels.…

Elbow Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia

stethoscope iconPhysical Test

These breeders have had x-rays taken on their breeding dogs to assess the quality of their elbow…

Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia

stethoscope iconPhysical Test

These breeders have had x-rays taken on their breeding dogs to assess their ‘hip score’. Dogs…

PRA

PRA

dna iconGenetic Test

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration…

Additional Tests

Smart Pups Assistance Dogs Labrador Retrievers conducts 17 additional tests available for the Labrador Retriever.

Transportation options

Australia States

Smart Pups Assistance Dogs Labrador Retrievers will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:

  • All states (QLD, NSW, VIC, SA, WA, NT, ACT & TAS)

Our payment process

Vet checked/vaccinated/microchipped

Getting your puppy home

Smart Pups Assistance Dogs Labrador Retrievers supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.

Domestic air travel by plane

Supportive of domestic air transport by plane

In person puppy pick up

Meet the breeder in person for puppy pick ups

Ground transport service

Supportive of on-the-road pet transport by car or van

Badges of Recognition

RightPaw Verified BadgeDogs Australia Registered

About the Breeder

Patricia M

Patricia M

Member since Dec 2023

Credentials

State registration

BIN0000123634834.

Association

Dogs Queensland (ANKC)

Prefix

Oursmartpups

Breeding since

1980

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More about the breeder

Price (approx.)A$4,500
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