Blazing Star Goldens

Karen C.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

Meet the breeder

I'm Karen C., the breeder behind Blazing Star Goldens located in Elizabeth, CO. We focus on the qualities that make wonderful family companions. To promote genetic diversity, we typically use imported European champion studs. Our puppies are raised right in our home and socialized on our alpaca farm, where they’re introduced to a variety of people and animals from an early age.

Q. & A. with Karen

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My husband and I had considered breeding Golden Retrievers for some time, and we finally felt the moment was right to begin. After researching reputable breeders, we found a wonderful female who had already had a litter, and later connected with a beautiful stud who met all our criteria. Our goal is to raise happy, healthy English Cream Golden Retrievers--dogs we’ve come to love deeply.

  • What makes your program special?

    Over time, we discovered that the gentle temperament and beautiful elegance of the English Creams and their stocky build is what truly captured our hearts. Our mission is to raise the healthiest and most affectionate English Cream Goldens possible. We truly enjoy sharing the joy and companionship this amazing breed has brought into our lives with others!

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

    Our puppies are 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 Karen

Karen 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"The price includes 2 wormings, 1st puppy shots, microchip, limited AKC Registration application, puppy check up check up by my vet. The deposit secures your puppy. Puppy choices will be determined by the order in which deposits are received."

Contract & health guarantee

Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Toys
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Elizabeth, CO

Other pick-up locations

Meet at City of Colorado Springs Airport

Meet in Colorado Springs, CO

More about Karen

  • Karen has been a member of Good Dog for 11 months

    Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Blazing Star 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

Excellent level

Blazing Star 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.

  • 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.

  • Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), 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).

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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.