This NZ based kennel was established in 1975, when I was 12 years old.  My first Labrador taught me alot about the breed, but most of all gave me an appreciation of 'true' Labrador Temperament. From the onset the emphasis has always been on breeding quality Labradors that excel in Temperament, Type and Soundness.                                          

Over the years there have been numerous imports from some of the Worlds' leading kennels - POOLSTEAD, CHARWAY, DRIFTWAY to name a few.....  These have given us a strong base with which to work.                                                                                                                  Croftsway Labradors have proven themselves as useful shooting companions, treasured family pets and many have qualified as Guide Dogs for the NZ Guide Dog Unit. We are proud to have been able to supply Guide Dog Schools in NZ and Australia with breeding stock - further testimony to the Temperament and physical / mental soundness that we strive for.


Photo - NZ & INT.CH.CROFTSWAY OLD MAN RIVER, NZ.& INT.CH.CROFTSWAY KOMIC BOOK and INT.CH.CROFTSWAY Q'S BEULAHLAND - all imported NZ and now resident in the USA - Beulahland Kennels.

We are now entering our 35 th year of Exhibiting and breeding Labradors in New Zealand   .....                                                            and our goals are still the same - to breed top quality Labradors that excell in Temperament, Type and Soundness. Our labradors enjoy life in the beautiful Mangatawhiri Valley where we have over 200 acres and 1 1/2 km of river for them to do what they do best !                                                                                                     

All Breeding stock is Hip / Elbow xrayed and scored, and eye checked on an annual basis. Our puppies are well socialised and occassionally available to approved homes.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Enquiries Welcome to  Julie Bedford-Pope                                                         croftsway.labradors@xtra.co.nz                                                                                                                or phone  +64-9-2336675(office)                                                                                                                       +64-9-2336372 (house)                                                                                                                                   or   021-2861217  (mobile)          

NEW IMPORT ...

We welcome to New Zealand - the lovely black bitch - QUEIJEIRO AKUMAL (Imported Mexico) - "Akumal" carries an excellent pedigree of top USA and Mexican lines. She is now out of quarantine and has settled well in her new home. We plan to breed "Akumal"  in 2010...   Her BISS AMER.CH. travelling companion was delayed due to rabies titre results, however he should be home in April 2010 - we are especially looking forward to his arrival ....

"BOBBY" - NZ. GRAND CH, MULTI BISS, MULTI BIS CROFTSWAY FIRST KNIGHT - holds the record for the biggest winning NZ bred Labrador ever.  "Bobby" has his own page on our site - we invite you to share his story - it has been one incredible ride !!