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A Golden Summer
Meet the breeder
I'm Michelle B., the breeder behind A Golden Summer located in Ponce De Leon, FL. We’re devoted to producing healthy and happy golden retrievers and goldendoodles for others to love and have as part of their family. Our dogs are part of our family and it is extremely important their puppies go to absolutely wonderful homes. These are the best dogs with an extremely loving and loyal disposition. We only want the best for them!! In our program, we only breed our dogs between ages two and five, so we typically only have one litter per year.
Q. & A. with Michelle
Why did you start breeding?
My uncle bred golden retrievers for duck hunting, so I grew up around this incredible dog breed. I've never found a more loving, affectionate and loyal dog than a golden retriever.What makes your program special?
My three girls are the best helpers. We give special attention and care to our puppies the entire time we have them. We introduce them to new smells/sounds/experiences daily to prepare them for their forever home.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Goldendoodle puppies are medium size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Golden Retriever puppies include dark golden, golden, and light golden. Goldendoodle puppies include cream and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Dahlia
Went homeFemale
Dandelion
Went homeFemale
Marigold
Went homeFemale
Iris
Went homeFemale
Petunia
Went homeFemale
Aster
Went homeMale
Bluebell
Went homeMale
Midnight
Went homeFemale
Paw
Went homeFemale
Alva
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Michelle
Michelle has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $250 non-refundable deposit and between $950 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes worming, first shots, health guarantee, health certificate, and socialization.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michelle may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Michelle offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Michelle directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michelle.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Ponce De Leon, FL
More about Michelle
Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Michelle’s links
Michelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder
A Golden Summer meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Ophelia, mom
Golden Retriever
About Ophelia
Half English Creme Golden Retriever. Very affectionate and smart. She is stocky and muscular! Loves to jump super high! Has a soft mouth and loves to fetch. Swimming is her favorite!!
Good health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Beau, dad
Golden Retriever
About Beau
Beau is a very, very affectionate and sweet purebred golden retriever. He is most happy when someone is petting him. He loves to be right by our side. He also enjoys fetch and chilling in the swimming pool. He has a dark top coat with a very light undercoat and feathers. He has a very thick and beautiful coat with long feathers.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +2 more.
Summer, mom
Golden Retriever
About Summer
Summer is a purebred golden retriever with a golden top coat and very light golden undercoat and feathers. She is a lightly/seasonal shedding golden retriever. She is my lightest shedder which is why I chose her for the goldendoodle program. She is very easy going and gentle. She loves attention, but is not overbearing and clingy. She does love to chase small animals and cats. She is always on the hunt for small lizards around our farm.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +2 more.
Madaly, mom
Golden Retriever
About Madaly
This is our retired matriarch of the family. She is the mother of Summer. She is super sweet and affectionate. She has always been watchful of our girls and stays right by their side. She was an absolutely wonderful mom to her pups every time.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Goldendoodle
Golden Retriever
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
A Golden Summer reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Goldendoodles.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
