A Life Shaped by Labradors and the Countryside
Shadowdown Labradors is the work of Emma and Henry Coxe, a partnership rooted in a love of the countryside, a passion for country sports and a lifelong devotion to the Labrador Retriever. For us, Labradors are not simply dogs; they have been a constant thread running through childhood, adulthood and now into building a kennel dedicated to preserving everything we cherish about this extraordinary breed.
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About Shadowdown Labradors
A Family Legacy
For Emma, Labradors have always been part of the family story. Her parents bred Labradors for more than 30 years, instilling in her not only a deep affection for the breed, but also a respect for responsible, thoughtful breeding. Growing up surrounded by dogs of classic type and steady temperament shaped her understanding of what makes a truly exceptional Labrador and those principles guide every decision made at Shadowdown today.
Henry brings a lifetime spent in the countryside, a love of working and training dogs and appreciating the bond between handler and Labrador in both field and home settings. Together, our combined experience gives Shadowdown a strong foundation built on knowledge, instinct and lived experience.
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Our Way of Life
We live a country life and Labradors are at the heart of it. From family walks, to days spent in the field or at training grounds, our dogs are woven into our daily landscape. It is this lifestyle, outdoors, hands-on, and centred around working harmony with dogs, that shapes the ethos of our kennel.
Our Labradors are companions who share our home and our lives but they are also dogs with the temperament, structure and trainability to excel, whether as working partners, active family dogs or both.
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Looking Ahead
Our mission for Shadowdown Labradors is simple: to honour the breed we grew up with and to contribute positively to its future. We hope to build a small, reputable kennel known for producing Labradors of exemplary type, sound temperaments and true trainability.
Whether you’re looking for a promising working prospect, a wonderful family companion - or both, we are here to guide and support you every step of the way.