I'm Leslie L., the breeder behind Cedar Bend Goldens located in Franklin County, NC. We raise adorable, affectionate, versatile puppies, and give them the best possible start for a life of companionship and love! We breed for health, temperament, and structure. Our goal is to produce loving pups that can excel as both working dogs and companions. We love what we do and are dedicated to providing each of our puppies with loving and caring forever homes.
Q. & A. with Leslie
Why did you start breeding?
A consistent love for Golden Retrievers encouraged the beginning of Cedar Bend Goldens. Our goal is to not only produce beautiful, healthy puppies but to help promote responsible breeding in order to ensure that the breed will continue to thrive for generations to come. It has been an absolute joy of a journey, and we are so happy to be able to share these wonderful dogs with other loving families and individuals.
What makes your program special?
At Cedar Bend, we produce excellent companions and working dogs. We understand the importance of dog health, temperament, and structure, and every breeding decision is made accordingly. We are also constantly improving our breeding program and work closely within the Golden Retriever community to do so. We work with passion, heart, and integrity, and we truly want what's best for our puppies and their forever families!
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Leslie
Leslie 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
Connect with Leslie to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Leslie 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 Leslie 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 Leslie directly.
Cedar Bend 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
Parent dogs
Cedar, dad
Golden Retriever
About Cedar
Cedar is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Leslie decided to make him part of their program. Leslie 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.
Bernice, mom
Golden Retriever
About Bernice
Bernice is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Leslie decided to make her part of their program. Leslie 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
Cedar Bend 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.