I'm Beth S., the breeder behind Clew Bay Golden Retrievers located in Middleboro, MA. Thank you for visiting Clew Bay Golden Retrievers! We are Golden enthusiasts and small hobby breeders. We show in conformation, obedience, and agility. However, the most important thing to us is simply loving our furry kids round the clock. We do everything we can to ensure we are breeding the healthiest, happiest pups around.
Q. & A. with Beth
Why did you start breeding?
When my children were little we adopted a retired Golden Retriever, and thus a love was born.
What makes your program special?
While we carefully breed for health and breed standard, it is equally important that temperament is at the top of the list. All of our Goldens are part of our family, live in our home, and are engaged with us every day!
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Beth
Beth 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 $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“AKC registered puppies, microchip, family raised, first vaccination, vet examination, appropriately wormed, go home package.”
Contract & health guarantee
Beth 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 Beth 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 Beth directly.
Clew Bay 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
Paddy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Paddy
Paddy is the matriach of the Goldens here at Clew Bay. She is sweet as pie and the best cough cuddler. She is healthy, has all of her health clearances, and has the true Golden Temperment!
Paddy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Paddy
Paddy is our matriarch here at Clew Bay, as was her mother, Pippah! Her independence keeps all the girls in line. She enjoyed her obedience training and is very willing to learn. It was such fun teaching her hand signals. She is one of the best copilots - loves her trips to Dunkin' and the lumber yard.
Paddy had her very first litter of 11 puppies and has proven to be an extremely warm and loving mom, caring for and teaching her puppies (even up to six months of age) naturally.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Clew Bay 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.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Animal Genetics 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).