I'm Lori S., the breeder behind Breezewood Kennel located in Joliet, IL. Our pups will have their first vaccine, been dewormed, microchipped, vet checked and temperament tested before going home. Our litters are raised in our home and socialized with kids and other pets daily.
We co-own many of our dogs to ensure that the best care and individual attention is given to each as they deserve. Most of our girls are only bred 2 times and then spayed and if they are co-owned they get to live out their lives with the family they were raised with. From each litter we choose the best overall female to co-own with the goal of breeding her in the future.
Q. & A. with Lori
Why did you start breeding?
Around that time my mom decided to separate her dogs names from the Driftwood kennel we had originally bought from and she chose Rosewood Goldens after our beloved Rosie. That all took place in Lemont Ill which is 30 miles south west of Chicago. In 2009 I, Lori Selof-Steck got married and moved to the Charlottesville VA area. With that change I decided to distinguish my dogs from my mom's (though I am proud to have the same bloodlines) so we sought a kennel name. My husband came up with the call name Breeze for our first pup we raised together. As well on our commute between Chicago and VA we pass a town called Breezewood so it just fit-Breezewood Kennel it is! My mom, Joyce, passed away due to pancreatic cancer on Oct. 17th 2012. Joyce left a legacy of her unshakable faith, commitment to family and of course her love of animals and desire to breed great Goldens! At the time my mom passed away she had dogs she co-owned and had plans to go forward with breeding. She had signed those dogs over to me and I am happy to say we are continuing those lines!
What makes your program special?
I am also a professional groomer. I have over 15 years experience grooming dogs of all breeds. I can groom to your breeds standard trim or to your personal specifications. Our atmosphere is calm and quiet so stress is minimal for your dog. Appointment times are flexible to work around your schedule. Rates are reasonable. Our home where we groom is located in Joliet.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Reserved
Female
Girl 2
Reserved
Female
Girl 5
Reserved
Female
Girl 4
Reserved
Female
Girl 3
Reserved
Female
Boy 3
Reserved
Male
Boy 2
Reserved
Male
Boy 1
Reserved
Male
Girl 1
Reserved
Female
Boy 3
Reserved
Male
Boy 2
Reserved
Male
Boy 1
Reserved
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Blue girl
Went home
Female
Purple girl
Went home
Female
Hot pink girl
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 7
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Purple girl
Went home
Female
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Lori
Lori 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 between $2,300 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Deposit is taken when puppies are born and I know there is one available for you. Deposit is non-refundable. (application form to be filled out ahead of time.). $500 deposit is required when you are committing to a particular litter of puppies.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lori 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 Lori 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 Lori directly.
Breezewood Kennel 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
Story, mom
Golden Retriever
About Story
Story is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Charmer, dad
Golden Retriever
About Charmer
Charmer is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lori decided to make him part of their program. Lori 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.
Riezie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Riezie
Riezie is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Betty, mom
Golden Retriever
About Betty
Betty is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Flirt, mom
Golden Retriever
About Flirt
Flirt is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Hazel, mom
Golden Retriever
About Hazel
Hazel is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Crescendo, dad
Golden Retriever
About Crescendo
Crescendo is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lori decided to make him part of their program. Lori 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.
“Bliss”, mom
Golden Retriever
About “Bliss”
“Bliss” is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Rayna, mom
Golden Retriever
About Rayna
Rayna is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Fiona, mom
Golden Retriever
About Fiona
Fiona is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Avery, mom
Golden Retriever
About Avery
Avery is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Whisper, mom
Golden Retriever
About Whisper
Whisper is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Rainey, mom
Golden Retriever
About Rainey
Rainey is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Ceili, mom
Golden Retriever
About Ceili
Ceili is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Merrie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Merrie
Merrie is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Party, mom
Golden Retriever
About Party
Party is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Iggy, dad
Golden Retriever
About Iggy
Iggy is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lori decided to make him part of their program. Lori 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
Golden Retriever
About Boo
Boo is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Remi, mom
Golden Retriever
About Remi
Remi is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Whimzy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Whimzy
Whimzy is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Treble, dad
Golden Retriever
About Treble
Treble is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lori decided to make him part of their program. Lori 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.
Misty, mom
Golden Retriever
About Misty
Misty is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Cava, mom
Golden Retriever
About Cava
Cava is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Breezewood Kennel 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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Lori to bring home their puppies.
SJ
Steve J.
Verified owner · Aug. 2023
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Loved working with Lori at Breezewood Kennel. She was very welcoming and interested in matching puppies with the right families. When we picked up our puppy she provided us with a packet of information on our puppy’s parents, vaccine records and helpful training tips.