Cross Breeds

Does any one know where to get good Golden Retriever puppies?

Healthy, playful, and obedient puppies.

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1. You should talk to GoldenGal.. I don't believe she is still breeding??? But she likely still has her ear to the ground when it comes to who is doing what and who might have something. Edit: haha We must have been replying at the same second.. I should get the thumbs up tho, cause I was right ! :) Forget the newspaper.. If you want a quality Golden, you aren't going to find them in the newspaper.. her's a tip.. Good breeders do NOT need to put their puppies in the newspaper.. It just doesn't happen.. If you are finding a dog in the newspaper.. It's not a quality dog. Check out the link Tom l posted.. he is gorgeous! I mean Push I don't know Tom at all :)
2. Well Tiffany where do you live. I can give some breeders names but I don't know where you are. How much are you willing to spend too?? Wow DP that's spooky. OK I gave it ya. LOL NOTE: Ok here's what you do to find a good breeder. Go and type into the computer Golden Retrievers and then the state you live in. Find some breeders web sites and then e-mail them. Ask a ton of questions. Also Ask your vet for any references. Check the breeders out in person. Do not buy from the internet or from a pet shop or store. Thats all I can do for you at this point OK. EDIT: Tom's web site is very good! He is a very beautiful Golden! Good place to start.
3. I've been accused of being to picky when dogs are concerned, but if I was to get another Golden I know who his daddy would be. http://www.ambertrail.com/pushstuddog.html
4. you can try the newspapers in the pet section
5. There are so many people breeding Goldens these days, that you want to get a truly healthy and true-to-standard pup. What I would look for in a new Golden pup is the following: Health certs in the following: Hips Elbows Eyes Heart Thyroid When you meet a breeder, you want to ask if they have tested and passed both the dam and sire in OFA/CERF. Goldens are known for genetic disorders of the eyes, hips, elbows, heart, and thyroid. I would also look for Ch. titles on both the dogs, showing that the dogs have been proven in their breed standard to be true Goldens. I look for some prefix titles as well, either in agility, field, obedience, or all of the above. The Golden is a true working breed, and I want to know that my breeder takes the time to prove the dog's abilities in a number of different venues. Some titles to see are CGC, CD, MX, JH, and so on. Another sign of a good breeder is that they do not breed their dogs more than two to three times a year. This link is to the GRCA's listing of breeder referrals. To become a member in good standing with the GRCA, the breeder must conform to their standards. You ought to be able to trust most of these breeders, as they adhere to the principals and rules of the national club. http://grca.org/puppyreferrals.asp And here is the listing of signs that you have chosen a good breeder per the GRCA. These are all the things to look for, as opposed to choosing a puppy from a pet store or backyard breeder. http://grca.org/acquiring.htm#hobby Also, the GRCA and the AKC both have stated that the trendy new "white" or "rare' or english cream" Golden is NOT to the breed standard. The Golden comes in Gold. Thus the name of the breed. You ought not to fall for the trend of the new "rare" color, which is white. If you want a Golden, seek out a breeder who breeds true to the standard, and this includes the coloring of the dog. I find it quite hilarious how there are some breeders out there who breed and show their white Goldens, except they cannot show in the National Specialty, GRCA, or the AKC. They have to show through a less than reputable breed club or registry. This way they can call their dogs just as true as the Golden Retriever, even though it is white, just because it has a conformation title. I hope I have helped.
6. Ask goldengal to give you a puppy! She's experienced for 20 years! e-mail her to find out if she will give you one!