Creek’s Edge Labradors: Recent Updates to Our Breeding Program

A Season of Growth and Excitement at Creek’s Edge Labradors

At Creek’s Edge Labradors, every season brings new reasons to celebrate, reflect, and refine the work we love most—raising and improving the next generation of exceptional English Labrador Retrievers. Our breeding program has always been guided by the belief that excellence in Labradors is achieved through purpose, patience, and preservation of the breed standard. This year has been especially exciting as we prepare for a new chapter in our program with a very special pairing.

Our beloved chocolate female, Molly, has been bred to Oaksdale Joe Willy—a proven male who complements her perfectly in both structure and temperament. This is a repeat breeding, following the outstanding results from their previous litter born earlier this year. That litter produced calm, intelligent, and beautifully structured puppies that exceeded even our high expectations. Because of those consistent results, we’re thrilled to announce this second pairing between Molly and Joe Willy.

Pregnancy confirmation is scheduled for November 12, 2025, via ultrasound. If all goes as planned, puppies are expected to arrive around December 13, 2025, just in time for the holiday season. These puppies will then be ready for their forever homes in mid-February 2026. This timeline gives our families the perfect opportunity to bring home a well-socialized, winter-raised Labrador—one ready to start spring adventures by their side.

For those who have followed Molly’s journey from her first litter to now, your encouragement means everything. Watching her mature into a devoted mother and seeing her puppies flourish in loving homes has been deeply rewarding. We’re eager to share each step of this next chapter through our Creek’s Edge Labradors Facebook page, where you can follow along for pregnancy updates, ultrasound results, and puppy milestones.

Building on a Foundation of Quality and Integrity

The foundation of our breeding program remains rooted in health, temperament, and structure. We continually invest in genetic testing and OFA certifications to ensure that every pairing meets the highest standards for long-term vitality and soundness. Each breeding decision is carefully weighed—not for convenience or timing, but for how it advances the Creek’s Edge vision of the ideal English Labrador.

Molly continues to represent the very best of what we strive to produce at Creek’s Edge Labradors. Her calm, affectionate nature and balanced conformation make her an exceptional family companion as well as an excellent example of the breed standard. She’s athletic without being hyperactive, social yet steady, and devoted to her people—a true Labrador in every sense.

Oaksdale Joe Willy, the sire of her upcoming litter, is a dog of remarkable pedigree and type. Known for his strong head, broad chest, and confident yet gentle presence, Joe Willy carries many of the classic English Labrador traits that we aim to preserve. His lineage includes multiple champions known for outstanding health, structure, and temperament. Together, this pairing produces puppies that consistently reflect the hallmarks of the breed: loyal, trainable, and endlessly loving companions.

This second breeding between Molly and Joe Willy builds on proven success. Because we carefully evaluate every litter we produce, we have clear evidence of how their genetics complement each other. The offspring from their first pairing exhibited a wonderful combination of intelligence, eagerness to please, and physical soundness. By repeating the breeding, we’re working to solidify those traits within our bloodline for future generations.

Health, Science, and the Heart of Responsible Breeding

At Creek’s Edge Labradors, health testing and genetic integrity are the cornerstones of every breeding decision. We believe that responsible breeding requires both science and heart—an understanding of the breed’s heritage coupled with modern tools to ensure its future. That’s why every breeding dog in our program undergoes thorough DNA testing for conditions such as PRA, EIC, CNM, and HNPK. In addition, we conduct OFA evaluations for hips, elbows, eyes, and cardiac health to confirm that each dog meets or exceeds recommended standards.

Molly and Joe Willy both have excellent health clearances, which provides added peace of mind for future puppy families. By prioritizing these evaluations, we minimize the risk of genetic disorders and promote the long-term health of every Creek’s Edge puppy. Our commitment extends beyond testing—we also work closely with reproductive veterinarians to ensure every breeding is timed and managed for the health and comfort of the mother.

While science ensures quality, our approach to raising puppies ensures heart. Puppies are born and raised inside our home, where they receive early neurological stimulation and structured socialization. They are introduced to various sounds, textures, and environments that prepare them for life in the real world. By the time they leave for their forever homes, they’ve developed confidence, curiosity, and the ability to adapt easily to family life.

When pregnancy is confirmed on November 12, we’ll begin documenting the process for our followers. We plan to share ultrasound images, belly progress photos, and updates leading up to the anticipated December 13 whelping date. These small glimpses into our program help prospective families feel connected to the journey and give an inside look at what ethical, transparent breeding looks like in practice.

Looking Ahead: Upcoming Litters and Long-Term Goals

As we look to the coming year, we couldn’t be more optimistic about the direction of the Creek’s Edge Labradors breeding program. The repeat pairing between Molly and Oaksdale Joe Willy is just one example of our long-term approach—refining proven lines to ensure predictability, stability, and excellence. We anticipate keeping one female from this upcoming litter to continue developing our chocolate line while exploring potential future pairings for our English Black and Yellow Labradors.

Our long-term goals remain steady: to produce Labradors that embody the perfect balance of health, conformation, and temperament. Whether destined for the show ring, the field, or a loving family home, every Creek’s Edge puppy is bred with care and intention. We are particularly proud of how our breeding program has grown without losing sight of our founding principles—quality over quantity and education over expedience.

We’re also enhancing our puppy development protocols this season, incorporating expanded scent introduction exercises, short confidence-building obstacle courses, and exposure to outdoor play areas (weather permitting). These activities give our puppies the kind of positive experiences that lead to stable, confident adult Labradors.

For our current and future puppy families, this means even better-prepared companions. Whether your goal is obedience, therapy work, hunting, or simply a devoted family friend, you can trust that a Creek’s Edge Labrador has the foundation to succeed. As always, we encourage anyone interested in our upcoming litters to follow our Facebook page for the latest updates, photos, and reservation information.

Staying Connected with the Creek’s Edge Community

What truly makes Creek’s Edge Labradors special isn’t just the quality of our dogs—it’s the people who love them. Our growing community of Labrador owners, friends, and supporters has become a vital part of our kennel’s story. Many of our families stay in touch for years, sending updates and photos as their Creek’s Edge puppies grow into beloved companions. Those moments of connection remind us why this work matters so much.

We invite everyone to stay involved by joining our Creek’s Edge Labradors Facebook page, where we share behind-the-scenes updates, whelping news, and educational content about health, training, and responsible ownership. As Molly’s pregnancy progresses, this will be the best place to see ultrasound images, birth announcements, and weekly puppy updates leading up to their mid-February 2026 go-home dates.

By being part of our online community, you’ll also gain access to exclusive content such as puppy selection tips, nutrition guides, and updates on upcoming litters. We love hearing from our puppy families and seeing how our Labradors enrich lives across the country. Every message, photo, and story fuels our passion and commitment to doing this work the right way.

As we continue to grow, our focus remains unwavering: to breed English Labradors that are healthy, intelligent, and loyal to the very core. From the first heartbeat detected on ultrasound to the day a puppy goes home, every step of the journey is guided by love, integrity, and a deep respect for this incredible breed.

Final Thoughts

This year represents another exciting milestone for Creek’s Edge Labradors. With Molly’s repeat breeding to Oaksdale Joe Willy, the stage is set for another exceptional litter that captures everything we value—sound structure, even temperaments, and classic English Labrador beauty. As we await the November 12 ultrasound confirmation, we’re filled with anticipation and gratitude for what’s to come.

If all goes as expected, the December 13, 2025 litter will bring joy to many families, with puppies ready to go to their forever homes by mid-February 2026. We look forward to sharing this journey with our loyal followers and puppy families through every step—from the first ultrasound image to the moment those wagging tails head home.

Thank you for being part of the Creek’s Edge Labradors community. Your support, encouragement, and enthusiasm keep our passion alive. To stay connected, follow us on our Creek’s Edge Labradors Facebook page, where our story—and our love for Labradors—continues every day.