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.                                          


Photo above (left -right) - CROFTSWAY DANCE WITH ME, QUEIJEIRO AKUMAL (Mexico), CH.CROFTSWAY TIS TILLY, TINTAGEL WINDS XANTHUS (UK),  CROFTSWAY ABBY LANE,  LABRADDELL VOGUE (Aust),  CROFTSWAY EAVESDROPPER, GR.CH.CROFTSWAY FIRST KNIGHT (in the front..) ..     February 2010

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 36 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     

Phone  Kennels:  +64 9 233 6675
House:  +64 9 233 6372
Mobile:  021 286 1217    (International +64 21 2861217)     

   *** UPDATED   3 February  2012 ****    NEW WEBSITE COMING  SOON see www.croftsway.co.nz                                                                                                             

Multi BISS AMER.CH. BLACKWING LAFITTE (Imp.USA)                                                                             Hips  OFA GOOD    Elbows  OFA Normal   Eyes Clear   GPRA Clear       "Emmett" is proving to be an excellent sire, with his first NZ puppies already titled or well on their way. His daughter "Rita" has already won a Specialty BEST IN SHOW at the tender age of 17 mths old.    "Emmett" himself won BEST IN SHOW and BEST STUD & PROGENY at The Labrador Club Championship show in 2011.    "Emmett" is available AT STUD to approved bitches...

and his sons ....

CROFTSWAY  OH  GOLLY  GOSH      photo at 10               Hips 1:1     Elbows  0:0    Eyes Clear   GPRA Clear by parentage.      "Golly" is currently on 4 CC's. He is a Specialty Best Puppy In Show winner, and was # 1 Labrador Puppy in 2011 - The Labrador Club (NZ).   We look forward to breeding from Golly in 2012.    He is available AT STUD to approved bitches...

NZ.CH.  CROFTSWAY  MANOLITO   (black, carries yellow)                    Hips  2:2    Elbows  0:0   Eyes Clear   GPRA Clear (by parentage)          "Manny" is a loveable goof ball - we look forward to breeding from him in 2012.   He is available AT STUD to approved bitches...

Introducing our grand old lady  - RUBISS NZ CH. CROFTSWAY OPRAH THE STAR - "Oprah"   - litter sister to the wonderful producer NZ. INT.CH. CROFTSWAY OLD MAN RIVER...

Oprah is still sound and well at nearly 14 years old ...                                                                                        

"BOBBY" - NZ. GRAND CH, MULTI BISS, MULTI BIS CROFTSWAY FIRST KNIGHT - holds the record for the biggest winning NZ bred Labrador ever.    "Bobby" died tragically on 6 March 2010... we are totally devastated by his loss....      Our adorable 'kennel clown' is no more .... Rest in peace dear boy ....                                                                                            

"Bobby" has his own page on our site - we invite you to share his story - it has been one incredible ride ...



This website was launched in November 2009...