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  1. Golden Retrievers Main Discussion
    help finding a breeder hi guys, if you take the time to help me i would greatly appreciate it! i’m looking to purchase a golden retriever, a breed i’ve never had before and it would also be my first time buying a dog vs adopting one. i’m not sure what to look for in finding a good breeder. I...
  2. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Valley Mill Farm in Seven Valleys, PA No website Provided Mom’s (Lily) papers Lily of Valley Mill Ofa Database says: Elbow: Normal Hips: Good Didn’t provide Dad’s because he’s been “pinned” Said “Dad’s have been “pinned” that they will pass ofa” What does this mean? Her response when I asked...
  3. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    I'm considering getting a puppy from the following breeder (link below). I can't find reviews about them online but they're responsive and it seems like they take good care of their dogs. Clearances are mostly good. I do want to make the right decision though. Can I get some input on these guys...
  4. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hi everyone, I would like some advice. I started my breeder search back in July and really haven't had much luck as far as responses. I do my research into breeders I'm really interested and appreciate communication greatly (they are very busy!) as my boy was bought from a byb breeder back when...
  5. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hoping for guidance. We have gotten 2 golden retrievers over the last 22 years from reputable and ethical breeders. We recently lost our last golden of over 13 years and have started looking for a puppy. We reached out to a breeder we found in here (comments in threads recommending this person)...
  6. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hi everyone, I started my search for a puppy about a year after I lost my sweet Milly girl. She was a rescue golden mix and my doggy soul mate. She had a lot of health problems as she got older, and I didn’t mind at all spending the money on visits twice a year to heart specialists, etc., but it...
  7. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    My husband and I are planning to get a new Golden Retriever puppy and this is our first time. I have been doing some research and looking for breeders. Can someone help me to understand how is redtail as a breeder based on their pedigree, OFA etc. Anything that we should be check for or look out...
  8. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Good afternoon- Just over a year ago, my wife and I unexpectedly lost one of the most kind hearted and sweetest golden retrievers we both had ever owned. She was the sweetest dog. We have finally gotten to a place where we are ready to start looking for a new puppy. I have been trying to find...
  9. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hi everyone I’m new here so I apologize if I’m asking this is the wrong area. I’m trying to find a reputable breeder for a GR puppy for my soon to be in laws. As you probably know puppies are hard to come by and breeders have long wait lists. My in laws found one from a puppy mill, even though...
  10. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hello all, It took a long time of researching breeders and I think I may have struck gold with Gold Rush Retreivers. I saw the litter announcement on Norcal GRC. The goldens have at least 5 generations back and they dogs have their health clearances. My number 1 goal is to have a family dog...
  11. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hi Everyone! Im very much interested in a golden retriever but im a first time dog owner and I would like some advice. Ive found a breeder and as part of the info that was sent over was a sales contract. I just wanted to know if this is standard when it comes to these sorts of things. Any...
  12. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hey I’m new to the forum and I signed up cause I need some help choosing the right breeder. I have experience with other pure breed dogs such as; Weimaraner, Rottweilers, Chows and French Bulldogs before they became a movement it seems. This will be my first golden and after doing a tremendous...
  13. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    We have an opportunity to get a puppy from a breeder in Gilroy, CA. The breeders are Tim and Lisa Ballard (Goldwyn Goldens). I'm just not knowledgable enough to understand whether there are pedigree/health red flags here or not. I would really appreciate it if any of you that knows how to look...
  14. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hello, I found a breeder and have the information for both parents below- just want advice on whether things look good. I'm a newbie so would value the eyes of some experienced people on here. Thank you! Pedigree: AM CH/UKC CH Rainbow's Ebb and Tide RI CGC TKI AD BISS DJ JAM (k9data.com)...
  15. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hi Golden Community! I grew up with Goldens and if there is anything I've learned from the experiences with our beloved Goldens it is that finding a good breeder is done by word of mouth. I am reaching out to see if anyone can provide some recommendations. My husband and I recently out of our...
  16. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hello! I am in contact with a breeder about an upcoming litter, he has sent over his dogs registration and health clearances but I’d like someone to help me look over them to insure they are legit. I’m not familiar with these forms so I want to make sure I’m doing my due diligence!
  17. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hello, does anyone have any experience with Mountain Bay Goldens in NJ/NY? Breeder seems very reputable, responsible, and responsive. Next litter will come from Mountain Bay Asbury Aubrey and Hillocks Jack Daniels. Puppy will be upwards of three thousand. Any information and advice would be...
  18. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    looking for a golden retriever breeder on li… not one of those trash puppy mills please lol, someone/something decent and not thousands of dollars. also preferably as young as possible like 8 weeks old by mid july/beginning of august because that’s when i’d be getting it… also don’t say the...
  19. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Hello, I'm looking at purchasing a golden retriever puppy (first timer) and would love any advice on how to pick the best breeder. I'm located in SoCal and while on this forum I've founds lists of so many different breeders that it is getting difficult to narrow down. How do I find the best...
  20. Choosing A Golden Retriever Breeder & Puppy
    Their website apromisekennels.com seems quite outdated so I wasn't sure if they were still in the game. Anyone have a good experience with them? Are the pup's parents all good with their genetic testing? Sorry I'm very new to adopting and looking at the tests. When I adopted my first golden I...
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