Carova Golden Retrievers

Nancy C.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

Meet the breeder

I'm Nancy C., the breeder behind Carova Golden Retrievers located in North Carolina. Golden Retrievers can do a great many things . We breed for that lovely golden temperament that will be ready to share your daily adventures in any role you prefer .

Q. & A. with Nancy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I fell in love with a Golden Retriever at a preschool I serviced. It would be five years of studying before I bred my first litter.
  • What makes your program special?

    My Goldens are special due to all the environmental stimulation, socializing, and setting house training skills before they go home.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Nancy

Nancy 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $3,550 - $3,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“We charge one price be it male/female , show or pet . They all require the same care. Deposits are taken once references have been checked and application is on file for a confirmed pregnancy .”

Contract & health guarantee

Nancy 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 Nancy 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 Nancy 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in North Carolina

187 miles away

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More about Nancy

  • Club memberships

    Nancy is a member of Golden Retriever Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.

  • Nancy has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Nancy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Nancy’s links

Nancy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Carova Golden 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Carova Golden 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

    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.

  • Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)

    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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