Barron’s Dan River Retrievers
Meet the breeder
I'm Heather B., the breeder behind Barron’s Dan River Retrievers located in Chatham, VA. Each of our dogs has brought so much happiness to us throughout their lives. We want to do our part to produce wonderful, healthy dogs that can bring other people joy as well, and we strive to provide each of our puppies with loving homes where they can live happy lives.
Q. & A. with Heather
Why did you start breeding?
We had a couple of litters of puppies with our first golden and so when we got Charlie in 2015, I told my husband that I would like to have a litter of puppies with her. So in 2017 after having a litter of puppies with Charlie and enjoying it so much, I looked at my husband and said, this is what I want to do full time.What makes your program special?
I’m always trying to be better. I have learned so much and I’m trying to improve my program everyday. When I’m deciding on a dog for my program, I’m not just looking at OFA, PennHip and DNA results. I’m looking at the disposition, personality, and looks of the dog also. They have to have it all. I’m here for my families from the time the puppies are born until the very end.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include dark golden, golden, and light golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Miss White
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Heather
Heather 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
"This price includes AKC limited or full registration. Vet examination and first vaccinations, deworming and microchip. All puppies go home with food, a blanket that smells like mom and a new toy. The deposit holds your spot in the picking order of the puppies. Our families pick their puppy with our help based on the puppy’s personality and what the family is looking for, not just a picture."
Contract & health guarantee
Heather 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 Heather 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 Heather directly.
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
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Heather.
Breeder's location
Meet in Chatham, VA
4249 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Roanoke–Blacksburg Airport (Woodrum Field)
4248 miles away
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Meet in Charlotte, NC
4383 miles away
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More about Heather
Heather has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Heather was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Heather’s links
Heather is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Barron’s Dan River 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
Parent dogs
Stella, mom
Golden Retriever
About Stella
Stella is a third generation dog for me. Her grandmother Charlie started Barron’s Dan River Retrievers. She is also the daughter of my boy Hudson. She is a sweet girl that loves all the loving.
Zane, dad
Golden Retriever
About Zane
Zane is a big teddy bear. He is the sweetest boy. Zane loves to lay in your lap. He is a third generation pup for me. His maternal grandmother is living her best retired life here with us.
Good health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.Molly, mom
Golden Retriever
About Molly
Molly is a sweetheart with a laidback personality. Although she does like to climb out of the fenced in yard and go for a run around the house. But she comes right back because she wants to be with her people.
Uploaded health tests
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).Knox, dad
Golden Retriever
About Knox
Knox is a sweet boy. He loves us but is a little shy around strangers. He loves his walks and loves to set at my feet.
Good health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Barron’s Dan River 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 (Preliminary), 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 (Preliminary), 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.
Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, 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).
