Frequently asked questions

We are located in Rolette, ND a rural town in northern ND near the Canadian border. We prefer you pick up your pup at our home, so you are able to see where they were raised. However, we will travel up to 300 miles to deliver your pup.

ENS and ESI are exercises which you expose the puppy to from days 3-16 to help aid in their development, resilience, and coping mechanisms. ENS - Early Neurological stimulation is a concept developed by Dr Carmen Battaglia, a breeder, AKC judge, researcher and writer. It encompasses tactile stimulation, thermal stimulation and exposure to mild stressors, which improve your puppies’ stress responses.  Benefits of ENS: Boost brain development Improves circulation and immune system Stimulates the neurological system Improves stress responses in later life  ESI - Early Scent Introduction is a concept developed by Dr Gayle Watkins, a Golden Retriever breeder, scientist, researcher and competitor in a range of dog sports. Research has shown that when puppies are exposed to scent at this early age, they have an association and a recognition towards that specific scent. Scent is the way puppies experience the world. Introducing natural scents early on can help: Introduce puppies to new scents in a controlled way. Improves scenting ability in later life. Enhances confidence and stability as adults. Reduce behavioral issues in the long term

Because they’re not just “puppies.” They’re the result of careful, intentional breeding done the right way.Here’s what goes into raising a Dakota Prairie Labs puppy:OFA-certified parents who have passed their hips and elbow OFA evaluationsDocumented health clearances for important inherited conditionsProper prenatal care, nutrition, and veterinary support.ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation), ESI (Early Scent Introduction), sound desensitization, and early socialization.Deworming, vaccinations, veterinary examinations, and hands-on care from day one.Raised in our home — not kennels — with constant attention and care.This isn’t mass production. It’s passion, care for every single puppy, constant attention, and a whole lot of sleepless nights.When you bring home one of my puppies, you’re not just paying for a dog — you’re investing in:Health-conscious breeding practicesA foundation for a sound temperamentProper care and socialization from day oneAn 18-month health guaranteeOngoing breeder supportEveryone loves a “cheap” puppy… until it comes with expensive vet bills, behavior issues, and heartbreak.Responsible breeding requires a significant investment in the parents, health testing, veterinary care, and raising each litter properly. I believe those investments matter.You’re choosing a companion who may be part of your family for the next 10–15 years. That decision deserves more consideration than price alone.Quality breeding isn’t about cutting corners to offer the lowest price. It’s about doing things right from the beginning.