Carolina Breeders Family
- Mill Spring, NC
Meet the breeder
I'm Tonya K., the breeder behind Carolina Breeders Family located in Mill Spring, NC. Carolina Breeders Family is situated on a beautiful 12 acre piece of land, with wide open fields, woods, and creek which provide a great place for our dogs to run, play fetch, and swim. We enjoy what we do and seek to raise healthy, happy, and well adjusted puppies in a pleasant environment.
Q. & A. with Tonya
Why did you start breeding?
Our teenagers encouraged us to start Carolina Breeders Family and after raising puppies, it quickly became a passion for all of us!! We team together to make sure each of them is well provided for, in a clean environment.What makes your program special?
We start our puppies with ENS training and as the puppies grow, we introduce them to new experiences-crate training, leashes, noises, road trips, etc. They are given multiple opportunities daily to go outside and enjoy the fresh air and green grass, to run, play, and enjoy toys. They go outside rain or shine, as we have a covered area for the puppies and a large yard for them to explore.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include 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.
Black Collar Puppy
Went homeMale
Yellow Collar Girl
Went homeFemale
White Collar Girl
Went homeFemale
Gray Collar Boy
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Tonya
Tonya 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Tonya partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We encourage you to visit the puppies when they are 5-6 weeks of age, as this is when their little personalities are becoming more evident and their immune systems are stronger. This is also when most people choose their puppy, so we offer appointments in the order of application, but you can choose which appointment works best for you. However, if it is love at first sight, you can pay for your puppy at any time and that puppies is reserved.”
Price
“The price includes health documentation and guarantee, the first round of vaccinations, deworming, puppy socialization, crate training, potty training introduction, & early neurological stimulation, . The application fee is paid after the application has been approved. Applications need to be fully completed and extra information shared. As a responsible breeder, we need to have confidence in you.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tonya 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 Tonya 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 Tonya 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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized in new places
- 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
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tonya.
Breeder's location
Meet in Mill Spring, NC
More about Tonya
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Tonya has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year
Tonya was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Tonya’s links
Tonya is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Carolina Breeders Family 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
Tonya K.
Program update on 26 Apr •Black Collar Boy- available
Tonya K.
Program update on 26 Apr •I just wanted to share with everyone that the Gray Collar Puppy, White Collar Puppy, and Orange Collar Puppy all have homes.
Tonya K.
Litter update on 24 Apr •…Little Black Collar Boy is so full of personality and so much fun to watch(see video). He also loves to lay on his back and have his belly rubbed! He loves to snuggle and play!
Cruz and Comet's litter
Tonya K.
Litter update on 24 Apr •This boy is a lot of fun! As you can see he already enjoys playing ball!! Such a cutie! Gray Collar Boy-available.
Cruz and Comet's litter
Tonya K.
Litter update on 24 Apr •Pictures of White Collar Girl taken today. She is such a lover!
Cruz and Comet's litter
Tonya K.
Program update on 24 Apr •Pictures and video of Orange Collar Girl just taken today. She is so sweet!!
Tonya K.
Program update on 18 Feb •We are anticipating puppies arriving the first week in March. Feel free to reach out for questions or to fill out an application.
Parent dogs
Comet, mom
Golden Retriever
About Comet
Comet enjoys playing fetch in the pond and creek near our home. She is eager for any water activity!! She is very close to our son and loves to run beside him as they jog down our long driveway or through the neighborhood. He has taught her several tricks and she is a quick learner. She has a well-balanced, playful, and happy temperament. It is not unusual to see Comet racing beside her sister with a big smile, they are always trying to out-run each other; it is a frequent pass-time. She loves the ball and any toy. She is CHIC certified, meaning she has passed all of the recommended testing for Golden Retrievers including heart, hips, elbows, eyes, and embark DNA testing.
Galaxy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Galaxy
Galaxy has a personality all her own! She holds up her blanket so cute in her mouth, and carries on a type of conversation with you as she does so. She loves sitting by our side and is happiest leaning against you on a quiet day, or playing tug-a-war games. She loves everyone and everyone loves her too!! She is so easy to please and has a heart of gold. She has a Certified Pedigree with American Kennel Club/AKC Champion Bloodlines. *Galaxy is a thoroughbred Golden Retriever, from Rowe Mountain Goldens. SIRE: Wright's Mountain Goldens- Sampson AKC SS0934906 AND DAM: Wheat Creek Farm's Willow, AKC SS156066201
Parent health testing
Good level
Carolina Breeders Family 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.
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).
