Tan Points in Labs:
Even though these adorable puppies don’t have the solid coloring typically seen in purebred Labradors, the Tan Point Lab is indeed purebred. These parents have undergone genetic testing, and we can provide proof of this if requested.
To simplify matters, the Tan Point markings are a recessive trait that can only manifest when a puppy inherits two copies of the tan point gene. This is similar to a litter producing dilute colors (silver, charcoal, and champagne) – those puppies also inherit two copies of the dilute gene.
While some people perceive these traits (tan point and/or dilute) as defects, I believe they are beautiful and unique! The majority of the families I place my puppies with seek loving companions and occasional recreational hunters. These markings are considered a defect by the AKC and would disqualify the dogs from participating in dog shows. Most breeders don’t breed to express tan point colors and markings, often avoiding them due to the backlash from the AKC and other breed clubs. However, I believe they are beautiful and unique, so I sought out dogs that could eventually produce litters with them to share with families and raise awareness about their stunning colors and markings.
They are purebred labs and when registering with the AKC they simply have to be registered as their base color (black/charcoal or chocolate/silver).
This litter has different intensities on the markings from light brindling to strong solid tan point
Presley and Knox welcomed a stunning litter of AKC Labrador Retriever puppies in Wisconsin on April 8, 2025! This litter includes 8 healthy puppies – 2 females and 6 males, and 6 of these puppies feature tan points like mom and dad, which will become more prominent as they grow.
Puppy pick-up is scheduled for June 7–8, 2025, when they turn 8 weeks old. If you’re looking for Labrador Retriever puppies for sale in Wisconsin, this litter is an excellent choice!
Color, Names & Genders:
Godiva – chocolate female with light brindled tan points – purple collar – RESERVED
Ghirardelli – tan point charcoal female – light pink collar – RESERVED
Tolberone – tan point chocolate male – dark green collar – RESERVED
Lindt – tan point charcoal male – bright green collar -RESERVED
Mars – black male with light brindled tan points – RESERVED
Nestlé – tan point black male – orange collar – RESERVED
Hershey – silver male with light tan points starting to show on back legs – white collar – RESERVED
Russell Stover – tan point black male – tan collar- RESERVED
This litter will be a nice cross of English and American lines, wonderful family companions and great hunting/working dogs with a fantastic drive.
Dam is Black with solid Tan Points and Sire is Charcoal with Brindle Tan Points. I expect the puppies be medium in size (65-85lbs) once grown. Dam is 68lbs, Sire is 80lbs.
Parents have genetic testing done (Dam=Embark & PawPrint Genetics, Sire=Embark & PawPrint Genetics) to ensure the pups will not be affected by over 275 genetic diseases.
Dam & Sire’s hip and elbows have been graded & evaluated by OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals):
Dam – OFA Prelim Hips = Excellent, Elbows = Normal
Sire – OFA Finals Hips = Fair, Elbows = Normal
All puppies from this litter have some variation of expressed/shown tan points. Pricing for this litter is $2,000 + 5.5% sales tax ($110) – This is for Limited Registration (Pet Only) Pricing
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