



I'm Michele G., the breeder behind Costadoro Golden Retrievers located in Hillsboro, OR. Health, temperament, and breed type are paramount. We carefully place puppies in what we hope are forever homes, but they're always welcome back if circumstances change. We would love to help you find the puppy of your dreams!

Why did you start breeding?
What makes your program special?
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Where do your breeding dogs live?

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Boy 5
Male

Boy 4
Male

Boy 3
Male

Girl 2
Female

Girl 3
Female

Girl 1
Female

Boy 1
Male

Boy 2
Male
Michele has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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.

“Companions sold on limited registration (without breeding rights) are $3,000. We do not refund deposits if the Buyer cancels. If we don't feel we have the right puppy for your family, we will definitely refund your deposit.”
Michele 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 Michele 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 Michele directly.
When you pay and communicate on Good Dog, you’re covered by Payment Protection.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michele.
Meet in Hillsboro, OR
2335 miles away
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Meet at Portland Airport
2318 miles away
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Club memberships
Michele is a member of Rogue Valley Kennel Club, Pacific Rim Golden Retriever Club of Oregon, and Golden Retriever Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Golden Retriever Club of America Judges' Education Committee (past member), Golden Retriever Club of America Public Education Committee (past Chair), Dog Writer Association of America Winner, AKC Judge.
Michele has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Michele was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Michele’s links

Costadoro Golden Retrievers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

Golden Retriever
About Salsa
Salsa was imported from Australia as a puppy. She has a gentle, textbook Golden Retriever temperament and excellent longevity behind her...her sire is 13 years old!
Excellent health testing

Golden Retriever
About Aimee
Aimee is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michele decided to make her part of their program. Michele 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 level
Costadoro 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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, 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).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.