Composer Goldens
- Niles, MI
- Responds within a few hours
Meet the breeder
I'm Stephanie M., the breeder behind Composer Goldens located in Niles, MI. Each set of parents is carefully considered, keeping in mind health, temperament, conformation, ability, and drive. We are pennhip breeders. Hip dysplasia is the number 1 problem in Goldens (97% suffer). We use objective tests to improve our hips.
Q. & A. with Stephanie
What makes your program special?
We are pennhip breeders. Our dogs hips and temperaments are 1st and 2nd priority. We also utilize CT scans, the gold standard in detecting elbow dysplasia. We test hips, elbows, cardiac, eyes, thyroid, genetic material, and any other questionable thing found. We test more than any other breeders we know.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 guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Luna girl 4
ReservedFemale
Luna girl 2
ReservedFemale
Luna girl 1
ReservedFemale
Luna girl 3
ReservedFemale
Luna boy 1
ReservedMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Orion
Went homeMale
Dulci boy 4
Went homeMale
Dulci girl 3
Went homeFemale
Dulci boy 6
Went homeMale
Dulci boy 2
Went homeMale
Dulci girl 2
Went homeFemale
Dulci boy 3
Went homeMale
Dulci boy 1
Went homeMale
Dulci boy 5
Went homeMale
Dulci girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Stephanie
Stephanie 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
“Includes two vaccinations (by vet @ 6 & 8 wks), our guarantee, limited AKC registration, training demo/materials/support going forward, microchip/food/cuddle blanket, home after 8 weeks, & puppy pack. $500 deposit. Fully refundable for any reason. Deposit saves place in line on the list.”
Contract & health guarantee
Stephanie 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 Stephanie 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 Stephanie 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
- 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Stephanie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Niles, MI
More about Stephanie
Stephanie has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Stephanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Stephanie’s links
Stephanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Composer 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
Litter and program updates
Stephanie M.
Litter update on 14 Feb. •Our sweet Luna!
Traveler and Luna's litter
Stephanie M.
Litter update on 14 Feb. •Traveler and Luna's litter
Stephanie M.
Litter update on 23 Nov. 2025 •
Taz and Riley's litter
Stephanie M.
Litter update on 20 Nov. 2025 •This beauty is ready for her family 💗
Firelight and Lula's litter
Parent dogs
Peppa, mom
Golden Retriever
About Peppa
Peppa is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Stephanie decided to make her part of their program. Stephanie 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.
Uploaded health tests
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.Luna, mom
Golden Retriever
About Luna
Luna is a very smart and quick lady. She is a devoted mother and loves to go play.
Uploaded health tests
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Taz, dad
Golden Retriever
About Taz
Taz is a male Golden Retriever over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Stephanie decided to make him part of their program. Stephanie 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.
Excellent health testing
PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, +8 more.Riley, mom
Golden Retriever
About Riley
Riley is a wonderful mother. She is smart and works to please.
Dulcie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Dulcie
Dulcie is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Stephanie decided to make her part of their program. Stephanie 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.
Linda, mom
Golden Retriever
About Linda
Linda is a beautiful and intelligent International Champion. She is structurally sound and learns quickly. Her pennhip is 0.38.
Willow, mom
Golden Retriever
About Willow
Willow is a sweet and beautiful girl. She stuns in the show ring while being intelligent and gentle. She is deferential and works to please.
Lucy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Lucy
Lucy is a beautiful and brilliant lady. She works to please and is structurally sound. Lucy is an International Champion, Pennhip 0.40, echocardiogram clear.
Uploaded health tests
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Citra, mom
Golden Retriever
About Citra
Citra is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Stephanie decided to make her part of their program. Stephanie 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.
Lula, mom
Golden Retriever
About Lula
Lula is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Stephanie decided to make her part of their program. Stephanie 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
Great level
Composer 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, 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).
