English labrador Retrievers

Bridger Creek

est.
2018

based in Belgrade
 montana

litters

puppies

our dogs

 Our program is built on purpose, not volume. We are a small, family-run breeding program on our Montana farm, where our dogs are raised as part of daily life, not in kennels. Our focus is on producing true English Labradors with calm temperaments, strong structure, blocky heads, and classic breed type. From birth, our puppies are handled daily and raised to become confident, well-rounded companions. We believe in quality over quantity and transparency with our families.

Here at Bridger Creek, we raise English Labrador Retrievers that reflect the classic breed standard and family-first values

 what we strive to produce:

hunting - service - therapy - companion

 with the versatility that they were bred for:

raising top quality English Labradors

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Bridger Creek is not a hobby kennel. This is a long-term program rooted in quality over quantity and responsibility over convenience. We raise our dogs on our Montana family farm and stand behind every puppy we produce, offering lifelong support to the families who join our extended Bridger Creek family.

Forever Committed

We breed with intention, integrity, and respect for the English Labrador standard. Each pairing is carefully planned, health tested, and chosen to produce stable, family-oriented dogs. Our puppies are raised in our home, surrounded by people, routine, and care from day one.

Bred With Purpose

Our breeding program began in 2018 and is built on hands-on experience, not trends. Every litter is raised with careful attention to health, temperament, and structure, guided by years of learning and real-world results. We are deeply involved in every stage of our puppies’ development.

Proven Experience

why choose bridger creek

what makes us different?

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Bridger Creek is run by our family. My name is Kody, and I run the program alongside my mom, Tracey. From daily care to puppy placements, we work side by side to make sure every dog raised here gets the attention and structure they deserve. My sister Addie is also hands-on and plays an important role in helping socialize and care for the puppies as they grow.

When you visit Bridger Creek, you’re stepping into our home and our everyday life. You’ll meet the people who raise your puppy, see where they’re growing up, and experience the environment that shapes them from day one. We believe those early surroundings matter, and we’re proud to share them with the families who trust us.

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The faces Behind

kind words from puppy families:

- The Johnson Family

We couldn’t have asked for a better addition to our family. From day one, our puppy has been gentle, calm, and incredibly loving with our kids. He settled into our home almost immediately and has such an easygoing, confident personality. He’s patient, affectionate, and very intuitive with children, which meant the world to us. You can truly tell how much care and intention goes into raising these puppies, and the early socialization really shows in everything he does. He fits into our family like he was always meant to be here.

- The Ramirez Family

Our English Lab has the sweetest temperament we could have hoped for. He’s confident without being wild, affectionate without being overwhelming, and wonderfully gentle with everyone he meets. From the first day home, he was comfortable around kids, new people, and everyday noises, which made the transition incredibly smooth. He has such a calm presence in our home and is already forming strong bonds with our family. We constantly get compliments on how well-mannered and loving he is.

- The Thompson Family

What stood out to us immediately was the temperament and overall demeanor. Our puppy is calm, cuddly, and so eager to please, with a very steady, thoughtful personality. She loves being near her people and has been incredibly patient and gentle with our young kids. She adapts well to new situations and handles change with confidence. You can tell these puppies are raised in a true family environment with structure, consistency, and a lot of love from the very beginning.

- The Walker Family

We were looking for a true family dog, and that’s exactly what we found. Our lab is a big teddy bear, loyal, gentle, and incredibly affectionate with both adults and children. He has an easygoing personality that makes him a joy to have around, whether we’re relaxing at home or having friends over. The communication throughout the entire process was thoughtful and reassuring, and it was clear these puppies are raised with intention, care, and a genuine love for the breed.

- The Whitman Family

He is everything we hoped for in an English Labrador. Calm, loyal, and eager to please, he settled into our home effortlessly. He’s wonderful with our children and very polite with guests. We constantly receive compliments on his demeanor and temperament. He has brought so much joy and balance into our family.

- The Alvarez Family

She has an old-soul personality that instantly won us over. She’s confident without being overwhelming and adapts easily to new environments. Training has been enjoyable because she’s attentive and eager to learn. At home, she’s calm, affectionate, and always wants to be close to her people. She fits perfectly into our family lifestyle.

- The Harper Family

Working with Kody and Tracey was an exceptional experience from beginning to end. They were thoughtful, responsive, and genuinely invested in making sure their puppies went to the right families. Our puppy came home calm, confident, and incredibly well-socialized. He’s been wonderful with our children and fits seamlessly into our daily routine. His gentle temperament and loving nature have exceeded our expectations, and we’re so grateful to have found such a caring, family-run program.

- The Delgado Family

She has the sweetest personality and the most affectionate nature. She’s patient, intuitive, and incredibly gentle with our kids, which meant so much to us. From the first day, she was comfortable in our home and handled new situations with confidence. She loves being around people and has such a calm, reassuring presence. It’s clear she was raised with care, intention, and a strong foundation.

- The Monroe Family

He has the perfect balance of playfulness and calm. He enjoys being active outdoors but knows when it’s time to relax inside. He’s incredibly gentle with our children and very intuitive with emotions. His steady temperament has exceeded our expectations and makes him such a joy to have as part of our family.

- The Caldwell Family

She has been an absolute joy from day one. She’s loving, patient, and incredibly well-mannered. She adjusted to our routines quickly and has become a calming presence in our home. Her affectionate nature and steady temperament make her a wonderful companion for both adults and kids.

- The Bennett Family

He’s a big teddy bear with the kindest heart. He’s gentle with children, great with visitors, and has such an easygoing personality. Whether we’re at home or out meeting new people, he remains calm and well-behaved. His temperament really reflects how thoughtfully he was raised.

- The Lawson Family,

We were looking for a Labrador that could be both a great family companion and capable in the field, and our English Lab has been exactly that. With training, she has shown strong retrieving instincts, a great nose, and a steady focus while hunting. At home, she’s calm, affectionate, and wonderful with our kids. The balance between drive and composure is exactly what we hoped for.

- The Turner Family

He’s loyal, gentle, and incredibly intuitive. He picked up on our family routine quickly and adapted beautifully. His calm presence is something everyone notices right away. He’s affectionate without being overwhelming and has brought so much peace and happiness into our home.

- The Reynolds Family

She has a naturally calming presence that puts everyone at ease. She’s affectionate without being overwhelming and has been easy to train. She handles new environments with confidence and grace and is incredibly gentle with children. She’s a joy to have around every day.

- The Holloway Family

Working with Kody and Tracey was such a positive experience from start to finish. They were transparent, communicative, and clearly passionate about the dogs they raise. Our puppy came home calm, confident, and extremely well-socialized. He’s been amazing with our kids and adjusted to our home effortlessly. We felt supported every step of the way.

- The Prescott Family

She is incredibly loving and patient. She has a steady temperament and adapts well to new situations and experiences. She’s gentle with children and always eager to be close to her people. She has quickly become a cherished part of our family.

- The Whitaker Family

Kody and Tracey truly care about the families their puppies go to. They took the time to answer our questions and made sure we felt confident throughout the entire process. Our puppy came home gentle, affectionate, and already comfortable around people. His temperament has been exactly what we were hoping for in a family dog.

- The Donovan Family

He has exceeded our expectations both as a family dog and in the field. With proper training, he’s shown strong retrieving instincts and a focused, steady demeanor while hunting. At home, he’s calm, affectionate, and wonderful with our children. He transitions easily between work and family life, which is exactly what we wanted.

- The Kensington Family

We are so grateful we found Kody and Tracey and their program. From the first conversation, it was clear how much care and intention goes into raising their dogs. Our puppy came home confident, calm, and incredibly loving. She’s gentle with our kids and fits perfectly into our family. We couldn’t be happier with our experience.

- The Marshall Family

From our first conversation with Kody and Tracey, we felt confident in their program and the care they put into raising their dogs. Our puppy came home calm, well-adjusted, and incredibly affectionate. He has been wonderful with our children and settled into our home right away. His steady temperament and loving nature make him an amazing family companion, and we’re so grateful for the experience.

- The O’Connor Family

She has been everything we hoped for and more. She’s gentle, intuitive, and incredibly patient with our kids. At the same time, she has a confident and curious personality that makes her a joy to train and be around. Working with Kody and Tracey was such a positive experience, and it’s clear how much care and intention goes into raising these puppies. She fits perfectly into our family.

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