For a lab puppy, go look at Elite Gundogs. I don't have their website, but if you google it their site will come up.
They have excellent field trial labs & they can point you in the direction of reputable breeders of both labs and golden retrievers (or any sporting dog).
They also have contacts with several rescue groups and breeders that have "started" puppies.
@Puzzles:
Thank you! 4951