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A & J Golden Retrievers of Texas
Meet the breeder
I'm Annette O., the breeder behind A & J Golden Retrievers of Texas located in Damon, TX. We breed with passion and integrity so we’re able to responsibly contribute to growing this amazing breed. It’s important to us to share the gift of living with one of our puppies with other families.
Q. & A. with Annette
Why did you start breeding?
Began 2017What makes your program special?
We follow Puppy Culture puppy program.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Blue
ReservedMale
Black
ReservedMale
Yellow
ReservedFemale
Green
ReservedMale
Red
ReservedMale
Pink Girl
Went homeFemale
Purple girl
Went homeFemale
Reduced Yellow Girl
Went homeFemale
Blue boy
Went homeMale
Red boy
Went homeMale
Reduced Grey girl
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
White Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Red Boy 1
Went homeMale
Purple Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Blue Boy 2
Went homeMale
Pink Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Orange Boy 3
Went homeMale
Green Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Yellow Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Annette
Annette 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,900 - $2,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Health guarantee, microchip, first vaccination, dewormed, puppy culture program, mom and litter scented item, small starter bag of food, and AKC paperwork. Reserves a puppy, places order of pick, covers administrative fees and goes towards total.”
Contract & health guarantee
Annette 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 Annette 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 Annette 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 Annette.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Damon, TX
1239 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at William P. Hobby Airport
1202 miles away
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More about Annette
Annette has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Annette was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
AO
Annette is a trusted Good Dog breeder
A & J Golden Retrievers of Texas 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
Bonnie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Bonnie
Bonnie is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Annette decided to make her part of their program. Annette has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Ranger, dad
Golden Retriever
About Ranger
Ranger is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Annette decided to make him part of their program. Annette has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
A & J Golden Retrievers of Texas 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 Golden Retrievers.
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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
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, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1
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).
