Description
Highthickley Sandpiper (Keeper)
Wow…what can I say about this boy?
Our first keeper from our first Labrador litter here at Highthickley and what a cracker he is!
Keeper is the son of Raven from her first litter. We were so over the moon with what we got from that litter that we repeated the mating a year later and kept a dog and a bitch puppy.
This dog is everything we could have dreamed of in a Labrador. He is kind, gentle and biddable and boy does he work.
Since being a pup everything has just come so naturally to him and he has needed very little in the way of training as he’s found everything so easy and effortless.
He is a very strong, athletic and powerfully built Labrador which helps him cover ground with ease and there is no wall or fence he doesn’t just bounce over.
As young as he is, he has very quickly become an integral part of the team and even last season as a teenager he was relied upon as part of the main pack.
He is a very sensible boy and is known for his lovely smiley face when he greets you
At stud to approved bitches.
Fully health tested
Hips 3:8
Elbows 0:0
Eyes BVA tested CLEAR
Fully DNA tested
CM - CLEAR
CMS - CLEAR
CT - CLEAR
CT-D- CLEAR
CY (LR) - CLEAR
DM - CLEAR
EIC - CLEAR
HNPK - CLEAR
HUU - CLEAR
MCD - CLEAR
PKD - CLEAR
PRA-prcd - CLEAR
SD2 - CLEAR
Stargardt - CARRIER
Stud fee includes 2 matings offered 48 hours apart. We highly recommend bitches are progesterone tested so we can on point the best day to mate.
Should the bitch not conceive then a FREE mating is offered to the same bitch next season which includes 2 covers 48 hours apart.
Any questions then please feel free to get in touch 😊
County / Town: Durham
Fully working black Labrador for stud
- Advert ID: 33143
- Views: 75
- Date Posted: 03-09-2026
- Last Updated: 03-09-2026
Seller Details
- Name: Andrew Tinkler
- Verified Breeder: No
- Member Since: 3rd September 2026
- Posted Adverts: 2
Details
- Advert ID: 33143
- County / Town: Durham
- Location: Bridge St, Bishop Auckland DL14 7PY, UK
- Breed: Labradors - Stud Dogs
- Original Breeder: Yes
- Pet DOB: 8 Feb 2024
- Pet Age: 2 years, 7 months, 6 days
- Health Checked: Yes
- Hip Dysplasia Screening: Yes
- Hip Dysplasia Screening Date: 29 Apr 2026
- Elbow Dysplasia Screening: Yes
- Elbow Dysplasia Screening Date: 29 Apr 2026
- Eye Screening Scheme: Yes
- Eye Screening Scheme Date: 22 Feb 2026
- Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC): Yes
- Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC) Date: 14 Aug 2025
- Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK): Yes
- Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK) Date: 14 Aug 2025
- prcd-PRA DNA Test: Yes
- prcd-PRA DNA Test Date: 14 Aug 2025
- MDR1 DNA Test: Yes
- MDR1 DNA Test Date: 14 Aug 2025
- Vaccinations Up to Date: Yes
- Vaccination Date: 2026-09-03
- Worm and Flea Treated: Yes
- KC Registered by Collection: Yes
- Microchipped by Collection Date: Yes
- Pet Viewable with Mother: No
Description
Highthickley Sandpiper (Keeper)
Wow…what can I say about this boy?
Our first keeper from our first Labrador litter here at Highthickley and what a cracker he is!
Keeper is the son of Raven from her first litter. We were so over the moon with what we got from that litter that we repeated the mating a year later and kept a dog and a bitch puppy.
This dog is everything we could have dreamed of in a Labrador. He is kind, gentle and biddable and boy does he work.
Since being a pup everything has just come so naturally to him and he has needed very little in the way of training as he’s found everything so easy and effortless.
He is a very strong, athletic and powerfully built Labrador which helps him cover ground with ease and there is no wall or fence he doesn’t just bounce over.
As young as he is, he has very quickly become an integral part of the team and even last season as a teenager he was relied upon as part of the main pack.
He is a very sensible boy and is known for his lovely smiley face when he greets you
At stud to approved bitches.
Fully health tested
Hips 3:8
Elbows 0:0
Eyes BVA tested CLEAR
Fully DNA tested
CM - CLEAR
CMS - CLEAR
CT - CLEAR
CT-D- CLEAR
CY (LR) - CLEAR
DM - CLEAR
EIC - CLEAR
HNPK - CLEAR
HUU - CLEAR
MCD - CLEAR
PKD - CLEAR
PRA-prcd - CLEAR
SD2 - CLEAR
Stargardt - CARRIER
Stud fee includes 2 matings offered 48 hours apart. We highly recommend bitches are progesterone tested so we can on point the best day to mate.
Should the bitch not conceive then a FREE mating is offered to the same bitch next season which includes 2 covers 48 hours apart.
Any questions then please feel free to get in touch 😊
Details
- Advert ID: 33143
- County / Town: Durham
- Location: Bridge St, Bishop Auckland DL14 7PY, UK
- Breed: Labradors - Stud Dogs
- Original Breeder: Yes
- Pet DOB: 8 Feb 2024
- Pet Age: 2 years, 7 months, 6 days
- Health Checked: Yes
- Hip Dysplasia Screening: Yes
- Hip Dysplasia Screening Date: 29 Apr 2026
- Elbow Dysplasia Screening: Yes
- Elbow Dysplasia Screening Date: 29 Apr 2026
- Eye Screening Scheme: Yes
- Eye Screening Scheme Date: 22 Feb 2026
- Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC): Yes
- Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC) Date: 14 Aug 2025
- Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK): Yes
- Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK) Date: 14 Aug 2025
- prcd-PRA DNA Test: Yes
- prcd-PRA DNA Test Date: 14 Aug 2025
- MDR1 DNA Test: Yes
- MDR1 DNA Test Date: 14 Aug 2025
- Vaccinations Up to Date: Yes
- Vaccination Date: 2026-09-03
- Worm and Flea Treated: Yes
- KC Registered by Collection: Yes
- Microchipped by Collection Date: Yes
- Pet Viewable with Mother: No
🐶 Buyer’s Checklist for Gun Dogs
Whether you’re buying, selling, or studding a dog, it’s essential to take the right steps to protect yourself—and the animals involved.
- Always meet the dog in person at the breeder’s home or kennel—never agree to buy without seeing them first.
- Ask to see the puppies with their Dam (mother), and the Sire (father) if available.
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Verify all paperwork:
- Kennel Club (KC) registration number
- Date of birth
- Health screening results
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Prepare questions to ask the breeder. Some helpful ones include:
- Did you breed the dog(s) yourself?
- Can I see where they were bred and raised?
- How old is the Dam, and how many litters has she had?
- Was the birth natural or via C-section?
- Are there any known health issues?
- Can I see documentation for both Dam and Sire?
- Will the puppy be vaccinated and wormed before purchase?
- If something feels off, walk away. Don’t ignore red flags.
- Ask for advice from a trusted third party if you’re unsure.
- Take your time. This is a big decision—don’t rush it.
- Puppies should appear happy, healthy, clean, and curious.
- You should be allowed to see and handle all puppies in the litter, not just the one you're considering.
- Never buy a puppy younger than 8 weeks old.
- Avoid any puppies that show signs of illness—e.g. runny eyes, weakness, or diarrhoea.
- Is the whelping pen clean?
- Do the dogs have access to fresh water, clean food, and adequate space?
- The living conditions can say a lot about the breeder’s standards.
- Ensure you receive the KC registration form and all relevant documents at the time of payment.
- Write up a simple contract to protect both buyer and seller—especially important in case circumstances change.
- Never agree to buy a puppy in a car park or public place. Always go to the breeder's premises.
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