Nutty Kennels

Nutty Kennels is a breeder of Labrador retrievers in King William, VA, in the Middle Peninsula region near Richmond. Matthew Covel has spent over a decade breeding dogs and maintains membership with the American Kennel Club while ensuring all adults undergo hip and elbow evaluations and annual eye examinations.

Puppies are raised in a home setting with daily socialization, gentle handling, and access to a secure yard. Each puppy remains with its mother for at least eight weeks in a spacious whelping area under veterinary guidance to support healthy development. The kennel operates from a family farm that spans five acres, giving dogs ample room to explore.

Some adults have been evaluated for therapy work, demonstrating calm temperaments and reliability in new environments. Their lines emphasize sound structure and friendly temperaments, drawing from working and show pedigrees to suit both family and sporting homes. Reviews often note how quickly puppies adapt to family life and respond well to basic training, reflecting the kennel's emphasis on early enrichment and consistent social exposure.