Middle Fork Retrievers

04/26/2026

Annie got some mail!

04/14/2026

HRCH Ash JH picking up 2 more finished passes at Tennessee River HRC this past weekend. She’s finally coming around and starting to mature and figure things out. Her hard work and determination is starting to show up and she’s starting to show out! Proud of this little red dog and all of her accomplishments! Ash is owned by my wife Hannah Chandler McCurley and myself.

04/13/2026

✨NEW TITLE ALERT!!!✨ HRCH Knox McKnight JH owned by Blake McKnight picked up his final pass at Tennessee River HRC test this weekend! He’s been a pleasure to work with and see him accomplish his HRCH title!

04/01/2026

This little dog right here has put in the work and it showed! HRCH ASH!

HRCH OFFICIALLY EARNED!!! 🔥🐾

So incredibly proud to say Ash earned her final pass today and is now officially:

HRCH Ivy League’s Woodfired Ash JH BCAT DCAT CGC FTN FTI FITB

We could NOT be more proud of this girl. ❤️

Earning her Hunting Retriever Champion title yesterday at Deer River HRC has been such a special goal for us. From the moment we brought her home at around 7 months old, we saw something in her and watching her grow into everything we believed she could be has been nothing short of amazing.

Ash has always shown up, put in the work, and proven exactly who she is every single step of the way. This title wasn’t handed to her. She earned every inch of it, and we’re so proud to have been along for the ride.

It truly takes a village, and we are so thankful for everyone who has supported, trained with us, encouraged us, and helped Ash along this journey. We wouldn’t be here without you. ❤️

From where she started to standing here today as an HRCH… it’s just incredible to look back on.

And the best part?
We’re not done yet.. We’re just getting started!!🚀

So beyond proud of our girl! 🐾🔥

04/01/2026

HR Knox JH, owned by Blake Mcknight, picked up another finished pass at Deer River HRC this past weekend! He’s just needs one more for his HRCH title.

04/01/2026

03/26/2026

Freya is picking up on obedience quick! She’s very smart and attentive! My wife Hannah does great with puppies and obedience training. Give us a call if you need any obedience training! We would be glad to help you!

03/11/2026

🔥 Confirmed Pregnancy Announcement – Annie x Crush 🔥

We’re excited to officially announce that Annie x Crush has been confirmed pregnant! Puppies are expected April 2026, and we could not be more thrilled about this pairing here at Middle Fork Retrievers.

This breeding brings together two exceptional Labradors with proven ability, drive, and trainability both in the field and in competition.

Sire:
GRHRCH UHCH PGD’s Surfs Up Dude “Crush”
• Passed 2024 Fall HRC Grand
• Passed 2025 Fall HRC Grand
• Member of the 500 Point HRC Club
• 4th Place – Central KY Owner/Handler Qualifying

Crush is the definition of consistency, marking ability, and heart. His accomplishments reflect the kind of natural talent and trainability that serious handlers appreciate.

Dam:
HRCH UH Middle Fork’s Outlaw Woman FTN FITB “Annie”

Annie is an incredibly driven, stylish working female with excellent biddability and work ethic. She brings intensity in the field paired with the temperament and intelligence that make a truly versatile retriever.

With the strength of pedigree and proven performance behind both parents, we believe this litter has the potential to produce high-drive, highly biddable Labrador Retrievers suited for hunt tests, field work, and serious working homes.

Our goal with this breeding is to produce top-tier retrievers with the desire, trainability, and athleticism needed to excel in competitive and performance environments, while still maintaining the temperament that makes a Labrador such an incredible partner.

🐾 Preference will be given to active sport and working homes including hunt test, field trial, and dedicated hunting families.

📍 Additional information and full pedigree can be found on Prolitter.com and https://www.huntinglabpedigree.com/puppy.php?ID=69589

We will be sharing updates as the pregnancy progresses. If you have been following Annie or Crush and have interest in this upcoming litter, we are beginning to speak with prospective homes and holding spots for approved placements.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support and follow Middle Fork Retrievers. We are incredibly excited to see what this pairing produces!
📩 Feel free to reach out with questions or to learn more about this upcoming litter.

03/04/2026

This past weekend we made a trip up to St. Louis at Gateway Retrievers HRC to try our hand at an upland test. Annie came through and surprised me and ended up going 4/4 and earning her upland title (UH). Now time to train a little before her pups get here in preparation for the HRC Grand. Introducing HRCH UH Middle Fork’s Outlaw Woman (Annie).

02/16/2026

Here’s the big news we’ve been waiting to share! HRCH Annie has been bred to GRHRCH UH Crush! Crush is owned by Andrew Kanik and Crush’s pedigree and achievements speak for themselves! These pups should be born around April 1st. Feel free to message me on here or text/call the number listed in the ad for any more information!