I'm David C., the breeder behind Davids Golden Retrievers located in Loomis, CA. Lower Coefficient of Inbreeding resulting in Better Genetics. Longer Lifespan less chances of getting Cancer, Fewer Veterinarian Bills, Higher Intelligence, Better Bone Density, Skin coat etc,.
Q. & A. with David
Why did you start breeding?
Have had Goldens for 35 years now. They are the best Breed to raise, very smart. New Years Eve years is when the Dogs Mated, 8 years ago. That is what we did for months afterwards bringing lots of Joy into the Home. Sometimes there are older pups for sale as most people want young, little ones. We do not ship them. Want to know who, where they are going, even if it means keeping them longer what is best for them. When Covid was here the entire Litter was sold before they were born. The shelters are full and somtimes it takes longer to place them. No fault of the animal at all. A lot of times the older ones are potty, crate trained also.
What makes your program special?
We traveled many miles to get the Females. Over 750 miles one way. This broke up the Blood Lines for a Lower COI factor, Coefficient of Inbreeding as too much in breeding is taking place, Swapping around the local dogs is what usually happens. This was for the Betterment of the Breed. The 4 Generation Pedigrees show no relations at all. Very Important as this produces Better Genetics in the Puppies. Longer life span, bone density, less chances of getting cancer, genetic diseases, adult size, Higher Intelligence, better Skin, Coat, Better Hips, Elbows, Fewer Veterinary bills over time etc. OFA testing done on HIPS, ELBOWS, HEART, EYES and Full Genetic panel Clearances, DNA work is Complete!!
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are 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.
Baby Girl
Went home
Female
Baby Boy
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from David
David 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $3,600 - $3,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Males can be a little less than Females at times. Limited Registration sold as a pet only, not for Breeding. We have the Certificates from OFA on HIPS, ELBOWS, HEART, EYES that are shown to you. Also DNA Full Genetic panel testing is clear, complete. No relations on the 4 Generation Pedigrees, very important for a lower COI factor. Very good genetics. This will Guarantee you a Pup from a Litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
David 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 David 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 David directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
Toys
Puppy starter kit
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
AKC registration
Initial potty training
Food & treats
Basic obedience & manners
Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from David.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Loomis, CA
2327 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento Airport
2349 miles away
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Meet in Reno, NV
2243 miles away
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More about David
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
David has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
David was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
David is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Davids 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
Roxy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Roxy
Roxy is very affectionate always ready for attention. She is a good girl, very smart also. Clear results on her DNA Genetic testing done. Hips, Elbows, Heart, Eyes also tested good.
Buster, dad
Golden Retriever
About Buster
Buster is a great dog, very affectionate, smart and in good health with his DNA results clear. Hips, Elbows, Heart, Eye testing done also. Beautiful Coat of Hair on him.
Holly, mom
Golden Retriever
About Holly
Holly is a Lover, she wants to sit right by you as much as possible. All the testing done on her also. DNA, Hips, Elbows, Heart, Eyes.
Penny, mom
Golden Retriever
About Penny
Penny is a vocal one letting us know she wants some attention. Very Affectionats, Smart and likes to run.Great Mama dog.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Davids 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with David to bring home their puppies.
Kathleen H.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
David is very responsive and careful to send his pups to good homes. He takes extreme care to ensure there is no inbreeding and that his dogs genetics are clean. Our little girl is very sweet and healthy. We would have liked a little more information about her personality and to take a little more time getting to know her before bringing her home. David is clearly fond of his dogs and takes very good care to ensure they are well bred and healthy
Hillary B.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
We had the best experience with David! Our golden retriever is healthy, loving, and amazing with our kids. You can tell how much care goes into raising these puppies. We couldn’t be happier!
KS
Kailee S.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
We had such a wonderful experience getting our dog from Davif. The process was quick and easy, and it was clear she had been loved and well cared for. Communication was great, and we were able to meet the very next day. He even went with us to a pet store to help us get everything we needed, which was so thoughtful. It’s obvious he is passionate about his dogs and truly cares about placing them in the best homes. We couldn’t be happier!
Stu R.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
I had a truly wonderful experience getting a puppy from David! He called me right away and spoke with me at length about the genetics, health, and background of his goldens and provided a ton of useful advice as well. He clearly loves his dogs and wants to make sure they end up in good homes, and he even drove to a pet store to meet us and help us getting everything we needed for our pup. I feel very fortunate to have found David and we love our sweet puppy he is a wonder little guy! I would definitely recommend David he is a wonderful breeder and overall human!
Alexandra P.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
David was very knowledgeable about this specific breed. I really appreciated how he brought extensive paperwork with him to show us our dog's pedigree. He made the meet up very easy, and I am loving our new girl, Nolee so much 😊
AS
Andrew S.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
We got our Buddy over a week ago from David, and we could not be happier! David clearly loves and cares for the puppies he breeds; they are part of his family, and he does not rush to give them away, but rather ensures they end up with the right families (e.g., where at least one person stays home, there is a backyard, etc.). We are grateful for that, because we were able to get a year-old pup, as we did not want to deal with really young puppies. Buddy is very affectionate and got quickly accustomed to us and our place. He came to us with good basic training - he is crate and potty trained, he does not beg for food, he does not go upstairs, etc. He was quick to learn a couple of new obedience commands (come and sit). He loves fetching a ball and plays with his toys. We love our new member of the family!
David has been very helpful throughout the whole process. When we met, he walked us through a pet store and showed us the various items we would need to get started (e.g., food, treats, toys, bowls, etc.). In the first few days, we had many questions (e.g., Buddy was nervous and did not want to eat, he did not want to walk on a leash, we were trying to teach him how to swim in our pool, etc.) and David was more than happy to answer all of them (via texts or phone calls). David asked for and enjoyed getting Buddy's pictures and videos, settling in his new home - clearly he loves his pups!