Purpose-Bred AKC Labrador Retrievers in Sumter, South Carolina

We focus on temperament-first pairings, early neurological stimulation, and raising puppies in real-life home environments.

We focus on temperament-first pairings, early neurological stimulation, and raising puppies in real-life home environments.
Marvel Retrievers is a small, family-based Labrador breeding program located in South Carolina. Our dogs are first and foremost family members, raised in a hands-on environment and thoughtfully bred with intention and care.
Marvel Retrievers was founded out of a deep love for the Labrador Retriever and a desire to preserve the qualities that make the breed exceptional — stable temperament, sound structure, and loyal companionship.
We focus on breeding well-balanced Labradors suited for family life, active homes, and lifelong partnerships, rather than producing puppies in volume.
Each pairing is carefully planned with temperament, health, and structure in mind. We prioritize ethical breeding practices, responsible ownership, and producing puppies that are confident, adaptable, and mentally sound.
Our puppies are raised in real-life environments, exposed to everyday sights and sounds, and handled regularly to support strong foundations during critical early development stages.
From birth, our puppies receive daily care, handling, and early socialization. We emphasize early neurological stimulation, exposure to new experiences, and thoughtful transitions to help our puppies grow into well-rounded companions.
Our goal is to set each puppy up for success — not just as a puppy, but as a lifelong member of their future family.
We are committed to placing our puppies in loving, responsible homes. We believe in ongoing support for our puppy families and value open communication before and after placement.
Owning a Labrador is a long-term commitment, and we are selective in our placements to ensure the best match for both puppy and family.
At Marvel Retrievers, our breeding decisions are guided by health, temperament, and long-term well-being. We are committed to ethical breeding practices and placing our puppies in homes where they will thrive.
Our Program Includes:
• AKC-registered parents
• Health-focused, temperament-first pairings
• Limited, thoughtfully planned litters
• Puppies raised in hands-on home environments
• Early socialization and foundational training
• Lifetime support for our puppy families
We believe responsible breeding goes beyond producing puppies — it means standing behind them for life.
Please reach us at zoerosewebber@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
To join our waitlist, a $100 non-refundable deposit is required. This guarantees your spot for an upcoming litter. If the timing or litter doesn’t work out, your deposit can be transferred to the next litter.
All Marvel Retriever puppies are $2,000, which includes Full AKC Registration — no extra charge for breeding rights.
A non-refundable holding deposit is due by the end of the puppy’s first week of age. Deposits are only refundable if something happens to your puppy while in our care. The remaining balance is due at pickup or 24 hours before pickup.
Pick order is determined by the order deposits are received. First deposit gets first pick, second gets second pick, and so on. We allow families to start choosing puppies around 3–4 weeks of age, once their eyes are open and personalities begin to show.
All puppies are examined by our licensed veterinarian, dewormed at age-appropriate intervals, and receive their first set of vaccinations before going home.
Yes! Every puppy comes with a 24-month genetic health guarantee covering EIC, CNM, PRA, SD1, SD2, and HNPK. We stand behind the health of every puppy we raise.
Our Labradors are a thoughtful blend of English and American lines, giving our puppies the best of both worlds.
This means they typically have:
By combining English conformation lines with American field influence, our dogs maintain the classic Labrador look while also offering the energy, intelligence, and versatility many active families love.
No — none of our dogs carry or produce the dilute gene (which is responsible for “silver,” “charcoal,” or “champagne” coloring in Labradors).
Marvel Retrievers breeds only standard, purebred Labrador colors — black, yellow, and chocolate — in accordance with AKC breed standards.
We do not support or breed dilutes, as they are not recognized by the AKC and are often linked to unethical breeding practices and potential health concerns such as color dilution alopecia.
Puppies are ready for their forever homes at 8 weeks of age. We’ll schedule pickup days in advance. If you’re unable to pick up your puppy on the scheduled date, please contact us immediately — a $10/day boarding fee applies after the agreed date.
For the safety of our puppies and family, we do not allow in-home visits. However, we provide frequent photo and video updates so you can watch your puppy grow until it’s time to go home.
Our adult dogs and puppies are fed Purina Pro Plan Sport 30/20 for optimal nutrition, energy, and growth. A small bag of this food is included in your puppy’s go-home bag to help with a smooth transition.
Your puppy will go home with:
At this time, we do not ship puppies. Pickup is done in person in Sumter, South Carolina, so you can meet us and your puppy before taking them home.
The fastest way to reach us is through Facebook Messenger or email. Please only reach out when you’re ready, willing, and able to move forward with purchasing a Marvel Retriever puppy.
We produce a limited number of thoughtfully planned litters each year. Availability is updated regularly.
Current Availability
We do not currently have puppies available at this time. Future litters are being planned, and interested families are encouraged to contact us or join our waitlist.
What Our Puppies Go Home With:
• AKC registration
• Age-appropriate vaccinations and deworming
• Veterinary health check
• Early socialization and handling
• Ongoing breeder support
Reservation Process:
Our puppies are raised with purpose, dedication, and care from day one. We aren’t a kennel that cuts corners or breeds for quick profit. Every litter is planned thoughtfully — with an emphasis on health, temperament, and proper structure.
Each parent is genetically health tested, AKC registered, and carefully paired to produce puppies that represent the very best of the Labrador breed. From there, our puppies are raised in a clean, hands-on, family environment, with daily socialization, early neurological stimulation, and exposure to everyday sights and sounds that help them grow into confident, well-rounded companions.
We also invest heavily in high-quality nutrition, veterinary care, and individual attention.
Bringing home a well-bred puppy is more than a purchase — it’s an investment in health, temperament, and a lifetime of companionship. Our pricing reflects the level of care, testing, and dedication that goes into every litter. We don’t cut corners, rush litters, or sacrifice quality for quantity. Instead, we pour our time, resources, and hearts into ensuring each puppy leaves us healthy, confident, and ready to thrive in their new home.
You’re not just buying a puppy — you’re gaining a family member, raised with love, integrity, and a lifelong commitment from us as your breeder.
