Larson Field Labs - Arizona Labrador Retriever Breeders

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About Larson Field Labs
Hello! my name is John Larson. I am not a dog breeder by profession, I do it more as a hobby right now. With a full time job as a Federal Law Enforcement Agent and seven children, my time is often very limited. However, I am dedicated to producing high quality hunting and family dogs with pedigrees that you just don't find in southern Arizona. I first started working with dogs on a professional level as a law enforcement detection K9 handler where I worked extensively with high-drive dogs, mostly German Shepherds,Belgian Malinois and Labs. I have been a bird hunter all my life but I bought my first hunting dog, "Nelli",14 years ago from a breeder in Yuma, Arizona, he raised labs that were bred to hunt hard in the Yuma desert, dogs that were full of drive and intelligence. I have hunted southern Arizona for quail and dove with my dogs every year since. 12 years ago I bought another lab, this time a male "Zeus", from Duckdawg kennels located in North Platte, Nebraska. Zeus had an amazing pedigree, over 40 titles in a 5 generation pedigree, most of which were field champions or national field champions (2xNAFC 2xCNAFC FC CFC Ebonstar Lean Mac, NFC abe's ebony and ivory). Zeus was full of drive in the field but the perfect indoor family dog when training was over. Both Zeus and Nelli had great noses but Zeus really amazed me with his ability, he would find downed birds long after the scent was cold and other dogs had come up empty-handed, his training was so easy and he never chewed on a single piece of furniture, he changed my expectations for hunting labs forever. I was made a believer in the importance and benefits of shopping in the right places for the right quality of dogs. Nelli was a great hunter but her ultimate potential was limited due to her genetics. There is no fail-safe when it comes to picking a dog but there is definitely a difference when the right bloodlines come together. I have found that there are bloodlines that produce better temperaments and more focused minds that are ready to learn, ready to please. A lab that is bred for competition will have more eye power, they will have better marking ability and a better mental compass when they run through hilly terrain or thick brush on a retrieve. With my dogs I can't guarantee a Field Champion but here's what I can tell you about what you can expect, if you are looking for an athletic and intelligent hunting partner with drive to spare, these dogs are for you, they look gorgeous with big motors, they aren't going to get over 80lbs most likely, they have great coats that are very glossy, they will have great on/off switches which will make them ideal for indoor pets as well as top field dogs. I am slowly breeding in more pointing drives in my puppies as well, I want my dogs to be able to handle water fowl like a pro one day and then kill it on the upland birds the next. Feel free to contact me by email reply, phone call or Facebook, texting is fine too. Also, I am pleased to announce our new stud dog "Oakley", (GMPR Beaver Creek Retrievers Jake's Red Line Oakley MH QAA) he is available standing at stud to acceptable females, just contact me and we can go over pedigrees and other pertinent aspects of the breeding process. Oakley is arguably the best stud in the state of Arizona and his stud fee reflects that. In The past, I have had to travel thousands of miles or pay thousands of dollars in shipping and AI costs to have access to a stud like Oakley but now he is right here at my house! You can also take advantage of this convenience!! My Facebook page, which I am on all the time, is LarsonFieldLabs and it is the best way to get current info, litter updates and pics and videos of past litters, it is a great way for anyone that is interested in purchasing a Larson Lab to ask past buyers how they feel about me and my dogs and also how they feel about the dog that they brought home too! It is a closed group but I will add you to it if you are seriously interested in finding your next top quality hunting partner or family pet, just let me know who you are and what you're looking for. John, Tiffany and the kids :)
Hunting Dog Breeds Raised
Labrador Retriever
Additional Services
Stud Services
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John Larson
3087 West Rosewood Lane
Willcox, Arizona 85643
Breeding quality gun dogs for over 14 years.
928-920-4525
928-920-4524
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Testimonials (19) You are viewing the 10 most recent - View all reviews for Larson Field Labs
Submitted by: Jenny on Nov 11, 2025
I will start by saying, I had been looking for a lab puppy for quite some time before I found the Larson’s, and because it’s the internet, I found more scams than puppies. When they reached out to me, provided photos of the puppies, their parents, and a Facebook page, it gave me the opportunity to get excited about my new best friend, Benny.
Benny is 9 weeks old now and just precious. You can tell he was loved on, socialized, and kept in a clean, safe environment. Tiffany and John (I was told Tiffany was the mastermind????) did such an incredible job with this guy. He may not be a hunting dog in this house but he is CERTAINLY already loved. I can’t thank them enough for making the process easy and handing over such a good puppy.
THANK YOU Tiffany and John
Submitted by: Amanda Olson on Nov 08, 2025
We have an 11 year and 1 year old male from John. These are the best bird dogs we’ve ever owned. Their demeanor is amazing and are just as good as family dogs as they are as hunting dogs. Not to mention these labs coming from Larson Field Labs are beautiful! They are the best breeder to work with from start to finish.
Submitted by: Elizabeth Layton on Nov 07, 2025
Breeder was easy to work with. Great communication. Dogs are very well taken care of. Beautiful and athletic pups.
Submitted by: Claudia Wilcox on Nov 07, 2025
This is the best breeder in Arizona for labs, and I swear I am not being biased. We have four dogs, two of which being labs, and there is a clear difference between the dog we got from John and his family and our others. I got Hemi, my female chocolate, two years ago and she is my best friend. She has been my service dog for about a year now. She’s smart, quick thinking, has insane drive, and on top of that, as cute as labs come. I am currently on the list for another lab puppy with the Larson family, and have been for a while waiting for the perfect dog to add to our family. I won’t go with any other breeders. Not only are their dogs great looking, but the family as a whole treats their dogs and their buyers as their own. The Larson family isn’t a “breed and dump” kind of family. They have made a social page on Facebook where owners can post updates on their dogs, and love to hear our stories.
If you want a great Labrador for your home, hunting lifestyle, or even service work, Larson Field Labs check all the boxes. I won’t go to any other breeders for my fur babies!!

Claudia
Submitted by: Phil on May 04, 2020
I have a 3 y/o female from John. We hunt hard seven months a year on waterfowl, pheasants, quail, sharptail grouse, ruffed grouse, woodcock, huns, sage grouse, huns, chukar, and prairie chickens! From the start I have been impressed with her natural ability, athleticism, heat tolerance, and nose. She can switch it on in the field, and off when she is in the home. I cannot say enough good things about Larson Field Labs.
Submitted by: Laura Barton on Apr 26, 2019
Hi John and Tiffany,
I got Gracie who is now almost 5 years old and she is and has been fabulous! (Mom and dad are Nellie and Zeus)
She knows everyone in the neighborhood and greets each one individually.
She is in training to become A certified “therapy dog” and we will
be assigned to a center to visit regularly.
If you ever need someone to share training tips or visit to see the breed let me know.
Laura
Will send her graduation pictures
Submitted by: Kimberly Wingert on Aug 16, 2018
It has now been about a year since my last post and I wanted to provide another review now that Chloe is over a year old. Chloe is a black Labrador Retriever I took home from John and Tiffany’s family. As before, I cannot say enough good things about the Labradors that come from this family. I have worked with dogs my whole life and from the time Chloe was a puppy and still to this day she continues to amaze me with the growth and intellect she is capable of. She understands things I could never have expected her to, and it’s so much fun watching her solve problems she is trying to understand. She is loyal and loving, and I couldn’t ask for a better family member. I recently moved to California, and multiple people have been messaging me “tell Chloe I miss her”. She is an amazing dog, and I am still grateful for her every day. She has bonded so deeply with me and I can’t imagine a life without her.
Submitted by: Tanyia seay on Nov 20, 2017
Submitted by: Mitzi and Mike on Oct 13, 2017
Barkley is the third Labrador to join our family and our first experience with John at LarsonFieldLabs. We could not be happier. He has an amazing temperament, is incredibly athletic, and is so intelligent. His coat is unlike any other lab we have had - so shiny and smooth, like a seal, with little to no shedding. We get compliments from everyone who sees him, "What a handsome dog!" John has been wonderful from the beginning. He is very willing to talk anytime and gives us excellent advice. Our previous labs have passed, and we have always been a 2 dog family. If we are fortunate to have the opportunity, we would love to welcome another LarsonFieldLab into our home.
Submitted by: Kimberly Wingert on Oct 12, 2017
I have always loved Labrador Retrievers and over the summer I decided to start looking for a new furry member of the family. In searching, I came across the Larsons' information about a puppy they had available. I contacted John Larson to ask about the puppy, and he was extremely patient as I asked a million questions, and he also asked me questions in turn to ensure the puppy would be going to a good home. I am very wary about paying people online prior to meeting them, and because I was unable to see the puppy until I picked her up I talked about that concern with John. He provided me with the link to this website, which put my mind at ease, and also added me to a group page where people who have gotten puppies from them continue to post updates about the puppies/dogs and how amazing they are. All of these experiences eased my mind, and I immediately knew that I wanted that puppy! We named the puppy Chloe, and I can't imagine our home without her in it. She is a little over 6 months old now, and when I weighed her yesterday (10/11/2017) she was 49.6 lbs (examining a Labrador body condition chart indicates her weight is ideal; that is, she is also not overweight).

From the moment I brought Chloe home, it was obvious that she was special. She was playing fetch and bringing the toy back the same day she came home with us, and learned how to heel over the next few days (at between 8 and 9 weeks old!). She has been extremely easy to train- when I teach her something new I can almost see the mental gears turning and she picks up on what I want from her within 5 minutes. Within a couple of days of consistent reinforcement, she never fails to do what I'm asking. She is always eager to please, and always amazes me with her ability to reason in novel situations. After spending 4 months with her (she was 2 months old when we brought her home and is 6 months now), my only concern with her is that she thinks every single person she sees is her best friend and because she is so happy and outgoing she has fortunately never had to learn that not everyone she sees is a dog person. However, even that is not a real negative thing because she will still listen if I tell her no and to stay close. I have had a fantastic experience with the Larsons, and anyone who interacts with puppies from one of their litters will see that they provide a great environment for the puppies' emotional and intellectual growth until they are ready to go to their new families.

In addition to intelligence, Chloe has not had any concerning attachment issues. She loves interacting with us and with others (including other dogs), but she also plays on her own and does ok when we aren't home with her. She has clearly bonded well with us- I recently had a family member watch her when I left town for a weekend, and while I was told she searched for us every day and gave a couple of brief barks while looking in our room, she still happily played with the family and was in good spirits when we got home. She is great at letting people know when she needs something. She communicates in her own way but she always gets the message across. She has made a great addition to the family and I would recommend the Larsons as a breeder to anyone interested in adding a Labrador Retriever to the family. John and Tiffany Larson have always responded to those who ask questions, making their puppies ideal for even individuals who aren't used to training large breed dogs.
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