Cygnet Origin

Cygnet Labradors had its origin through the generosity of Rhiannon Houchins (Feather Downs Labradors), the guidance of Laura Dedering (Folklaur Labradors) and the assistance of many other Labrador breeders. 

The original Cygnet family members are largely traced to the Folklaur line which is based on the foundation bitch Ch Finchingfield Folklaur, CGC TDI ("Raven").   Raven was out of Ch. Briary Brendan of Rainell and Ch. Briary Bustle from the Briary lines of Marjorie Brainard.  Raven was bred by Marilyn and Richard Reynolds and was a member of the first Finchingfield litter.

Objectives

My primary objectives are to enjoy the companionship of my Labradors and to breed exceptional family companions with sound health, temperament and physical condition.  I generally keep between seven and ten Labradors and plan, breed and raise about one litter per year.  However, over the last several years I have scaled back my Labrador activities to focus on job responsibilities.  I hope to return to fully active involvement in a few years.

My breeding program is designed to preserve the strong traits, including the expressive head, balanced angulation, correct double coat, well placed shoulder, reach of neck and otter tail.  My breeding decisions are made to blend line breeding with selected outcrosses to strengthen and improve type and soundness.

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