ATW Retrievers

Ashley Y.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

Planned Golden Retriever litter

Due Nov. 2026

Ready Feb. 2027

Meet the breeder

I'm Ashley Y., the breeder behind ATW Retrievers located in Murfreesboro, TN. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members. We give our dogs the best lives possible. We are looking for families and individuals that will provide our puppies with the same level of love and care.

Q. & A. with Ashley

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My dear Winston had complications his entire life. He was from a championship line, and came from a loving home. But proper health testing was never done. After I lost him it felt like part my soul disappeared. That is why I started my kennel. In hopes of providing healthy loving pets to wonderful families. Hopes to better the breed standards.

  • What makes your program special?

    We are currently working with Veterans Affairs to start a non profit that will raise funds specifically to train some of our puppies to be matched and donated directly to veterans in need of service animals. A portion of the proceeds from every puppy we sale will be set aside for sending other dogs from our litters to service dog training. website will be done soon.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include golden and light golden. 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.

Getting a puppy from Ashley

Ashley 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 $800 non-refundable deposit and $3,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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"Our price includes AKC Registration, microchip & enrollment in AKC Reunite for life. Mercury Free vaccines, first month of preventative, & a go home kit with full size bag of their food & toys. . A deposit will secure you a puppy and while not refundable it is transferable."

Contract & health guarantee

Ashley 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 Ashley 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 Ashley 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ashley.

Breeder's location

Meet in Murfreesboro, TN

532 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)

542 miles away

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Meet in Cincinnati, OH

377 miles away

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More about Ashley

  • Certifications & recognitions

    bond based training, Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Ashley has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Ashley was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Ashley’s links

Ashley is a trusted Good Dog breeder

ATW Retrievers 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

ATW Retrievers 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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 (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Ashley to bring home their puppies.

  • Megan M.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Ashley was wonderful. she kept me up to date as the puppies grew. I got my little Annie from her and she is such a sweet and smart girl. As a bonus, she has been very easy to house train. I am definitely coming back to Ashley in a few years for my next Golden puppy. It feels good to get a puppy from someone who takes such good care of them.

    Tricia G.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    We are so grateful for Ashley at ATW Retrievers! Ashley went far and beyond to help us find my daughter’s furever buddy that will grow beside her as her future service dog. Ashley was quick to answer questions, send pictures, share her knowledge and help accommodate a visit with my daughter’s powerchair, so we could visit with the pups to see how they would react. All the pups are clearly loved, well taken care for and socialized, because they were not afraid of her chair and were curious and friendly. We have been waiting for years for the right person to help us find the right dog at the right time and Ashley was that person! Ashley and her family loved our little Finn, so we could call him ours and love him for furever. We are so grateful to Ashley, and Finn is incredible. We are so in love and we wholeheartedly recommend ATW Retrievers. We are forever grateful!

    Erin S.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    Ashley was so fast to respond! I happened to run across her last puppy when looking for a puppy for us. It was meant to be! Posie is the sweetest and most loving little girl we have ever met. She is so good with our toddler. You can tell that she was really loved during her time with Ashley’s family. I will be calling Ashley when we are ready to add another little golden baby!

  • Bernie C.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    We got our male puppy “Murphy” about 1 week ago. He is a true love. He is also learning quickly. Potty training, come, sit, and stay are progressing nicely. Our experience has been really great thus far. Couldn’t be happier

    Myah H.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    Ashley was so kind and updated me every step of the way with our sweet puppy!

    Sarah M.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2024

    Ashley provides a level of care to her dogs that exceeded all of my expectations. She has researched the best diets, vitamins, toys, you name it. I feel so confident that our new pup, is as healthy and well cared for as she can be. Even more, her disposition is exceptionally sweet. She’s already house trained, sleeps through the night, and though she’s naturally compelled to chew, she is also quick to listen and redirect if she gets her mouth around a shoe or a rug. Ashley’s breeding process is thoughtful, and she is very knowledgeable about best practice. Her selection process is very fair, as well. We were able to meet the litter and see which pup we connected with best. I would absolutely recommend letting her help you find your Golden soulmate!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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