City Goldens
Meet the breeder
I'm City Goldens, the breeder behind City Goldens located in Minneapolis, MN. We are a small family-based breeder and our Golden Retrievers are part of our family; as such, we treat each and every puppy with the same love and care. We’re committed to responsible breeding practices to ensure every pup is healthy, well-socialized, and deeply loved from the very beginning.
Q. & A. with City Goldens
Why did you start breeding?
Our Chewie started it all. He came on a time our family really needed him. He’s a smart, kind, and magnificent Golden Retriever with an amazing temperament, truly one of the best things that’s ever happened to our family. Everyone who met him asked if we’d ever breed him. That’s why we got our beautiful Chloe: to be his companion and help us share the love and joy we’ve experienced with them both.What makes your program special?
We’re a small, family-based breeder who chooses to raise a litter only once every 2 years to give our beloved Chloe enough time to fully recover and stay in optimal health. This isn’t a business for us, we cherish our Goldens and consider it a true blessing to raise a litter in our home. We hope families who adopt our puppies experience the same joy and love we've found with our Chewie and Chloe.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include dark golden, 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.
Kendrick
Went homeMale
Taylor
Went homeFemale
Kurt
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from City Goldens
City Goldens 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
"Price includes: AKC Registration, 3 Sets of Deworming, First set of Vaccinations, 2 DVM Check-ups, Health Records, 30-Day Puppy Insurance, Puppy Blanket, Toy, City Goldens Bag and a bag of Puppy Food. A deposit is required to reserve a spot on our Reservation list, schedule a visit and hold a puppy for you."
Contract & health guarantee
City Goldens 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 City Goldens 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 City Goldens directly.
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 with children
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from City Goldens.
Breeder's location
Meet in Minneapolis, MN
4377 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport
4380 miles away
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Meet in Blaine, MN
4367 miles away
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More about City Goldens
Club memberships
City Goldens is a member of American Kennel Club.
City Goldens has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months
City Goldens was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
City Goldens is a trusted Good Dog breeder
City 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
Chewie, dad
Golden Retriever
About Chewie
Chewie is our exceptional 6-year-old stud. He embodies the best qualities of the Golden Retriever breed: intelligent, gentle, and incredibly loving. With his calm demeanor and majestic presence, Chewie is the ideal family companion. He enjoys long walks, excels at swimming, and thrives in social settings with children and other dogs. Always attentive and loyal, Chewie is a devoted protector and is eager to make his family happy.
Chloe, mom
Golden Retriever
About Chloe
Chloe is our stunning 4-year-old Dam, known for her elegance, affection, and spirited personality. She is full of energy and loves outdoor adventures, especially swimming and nature walks. Chloe has a strong natural instinct, showcasing leadership and confidence. She is deeply nurturing with children and has a playful, yet commanding presence around other dogs, especially Chewie, whom she keeps on his best behavior. Chloe brings together beauty, brains, and heart in one remarkable girl.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
City 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), 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).
