Benjamin Irving Goldens

Julie L.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Sun City, CA
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Upcoming litters

Finn
Star

Expected Golden Retriever litter

Due Mar. 2026

Ready May 19

Meet the breeder

I'm Julie L., the breeder behind Benjamin Irving Goldens located in Sun City, CA. We have been blessed to have spent time with top breeders from the US and Europe, and we are honored to be able to draw on their expertise, adding depth and excellence to our program. The many attributes of the Golden endow them with the vast versatility to be fantastic as caring companions.

Q. & A. with Julie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Our dear friend was always talking about her Goldens, so we became curious and started doing some research. This lead us to the purchase of our first Golden Retriever. Needless to say, we have been fans of this breed ever since. We are amazed at their intelligence and ability to connect with people and ascertain their needs. They are so playful and carefree, always ready for an adventure.

  • What makes your program special?

    UNCOMPROMISED BREED CONSERVATION Each Golden puppy at Benjamin Irving is purposefully bred with a focus on health, temperament, and conformation, ensuring that they possess the true essence of this remarkable breed. From the moment they are born, our puppies receive the utmost care and attention, ensuring their physical and emotional wellbeing. We take great pride in raising these precious puppies, and we are excited to help them find loving homes where they will bring joy and companionship for years to come.

  • 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 Julie

Julie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“We ask that you pay a non-refundable $500 deposit to reserve a Benjamin Irving Golden puppy. The puppies will be chosen by the order of deposits received.”

Contract & health guarantee

Julie 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 Julie 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 Julie directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • 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

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Sun City, CA

5766 miles away

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More about Julie

  • Julie has been a member of Good Dog for about 7 years

    Julie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Julie’s links

Julie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Benjamin Irving Goldens 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

Great level

Benjamin Irving Goldens 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.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)

    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.

  • Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), Golden Retriever Type, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, 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).

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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.

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.