I'm Marcia B., the breeder behind Barrington's Golden Retrievers and Shih Tzu located in Durham, ME. We are dedicated breeders, no puppy mill. We are a family of dog lovers and respect the breed and capability of each puppy we sell. We have never had a disapointed buyer.
Q. & A. with Marcia
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Golden Retriever puppies are golden. Shih Tzu puppies are black and white. 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.
Our last baby
Went home
Male
Red Boy
Went home
Male
Boys
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Brown Boy
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Marcia
Marcia 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,399 - $1,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price includes registration paperwork and lineage of parents. Veterinary check and approval, one year health guarantee, first set of vaccinations and deworming. References available on request. Puppies will receive registration papers with pick-up of puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Marcia 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 Marcia 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 Marcia directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
Initial potty training
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Food & treats
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Basic obedience & manners
AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Marcia.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Durham, ME
510 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Jetport
489 miles away
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Meet in Worcester, MA
371 miles away
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More about Marcia
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Marcia has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Marcia was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
MB
Marcia is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Barrington's Golden Retrievers and Shih Tzu 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
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Marcia B.
Program update on 29 Nov. •
All pups sold
Parent dogs
Boo Boo, mom
Shih Tzu
About Boo Boo
Boo Boo is a cuddly sweet girl who is also AKC registered with DNA clearance for genetic defects. Disposition comes with a wiggle and smile and loves to cuddle in your lap. She's a favorite with the neighbors' kids, both her and Buster love attention from adults and kids.
Excellent health testing
DNA Disease Panel.
Buster, dad
Shih Tzu
About Buster
Buster is a class act with AKC registration, DNA profile with a clear normal genetic profile. Sweet and lovable. My groomers love him for his easy-going personality and adorable disposition.
Boo, mom
Shih Tzu
About Boo
Boo is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marcia decided to make her part of their program. Marcia 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.
Buster, dad
Shih Tzu
About Buster
Buster is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marcia decided to make him part of their program. Marcia 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.
Boo, mom
Shih Tzu
About Boo
Boo is a female Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marcia decided to make her part of their program. Marcia 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.
Buster, dad
Shih Tzu
About Buster
Buster is a male Shih Tzu. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marcia decided to make him part of their program. Marcia 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
Golden Retriever
Shih Tzu
Barrington's Golden Retrievers and Shih Tzu 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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel
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).
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.