“Vader”

A Little Bit About Vader…

3xGRHRCH UHCH Sandbars Darkside MH

Vader is the definition of a complete retriever. Combining elite performance credentials, exceptional athletic ability, striking good looks, and an outstanding temperament, he embodies everything we look for in a Labrador Retriever.

A powerful black male carrying the chocolate gene, Vader immediately commands attention with his impressive presence, balanced structure, and effortless athleticism. His natural style, confidence, and intelligence are evident whether he is standing on the line, running a difficult series, or relaxing at home with his family.

Vader’s accomplishments speak for themselves. He has earned the prestigious titles of Three-Time Grand Hunting Retriever Champion (3xGRHRCH), United Hunting Champion (UHCH), and Master Hunter (MH)—a testament to his consistency, trainability, and ability to perform at the highest levels of hunt test competition. Reaching this level of success requires exceptional natural talent, unwavering teamwork, and years of dedication, qualities Vader demonstrates every time he steps to the line.

His pedigree is equally impressive, combining generations of elite hunting and performance retrievers. Vader descends from influential dogs including HRCH UH Duke of Holy Trinity MH, GRHRCH UH Harvest Moon’s Full Bloom MH, HRCH UH Trinity’s Riptide Ryder MH67 MNR, FC HRCH SRS Watermark’s Texas Welcome MH, FC Running With The Devil, 2xNAFC 2xCNAFC FC CFC Ebonstar Lean Mac, and FC AFC HRCH Gator Pt’s Sweet Potato Pie. This exceptional pedigree is reflected in his intelligence, athleticism, natural marking ability, and remarkable consistency.

In the field, Vader is everything a handler hopes for. He runs with confidence while remaining calm, steady, and under control. He is an exceptional marker, a dependable blind-running dog, and, above all, a true team player. His willingness to work with his handler, combined with his natural desire to please, makes him an absolute joy to watch and train.

What truly sets Vader apart is his temperament. Away from the excitement of training and competition, he has an incredibly calm and composed personality. He transitions effortlessly from an elite competitor to a relaxed family companion, demonstrating the kind of stable disposition we believe every Labrador Retriever should possess. That balance of drive in the field and calmness at home is one of the qualities that makes him such an outstanding representative of the breed.

Although we don’t own Vader, we value dogs that can excel in every aspect of life, and Vader is a perfect example. Whether you’re looking to produce talented hunt test dogs, exceptional hunting companions, or intelligent, well-balanced family retrievers, Vader offers a combination of genetics, proven performance, and temperament that is difficult to match.