DeClercks Goldens
Meet the breeder
I'm Cary D., the breeder behind DeClercks Goldens located in Albion, NY. We are pet owners first and foremost. All of our puppies are raised as members of our family until they’re ready to join yours. The sweet, loyal, and playful disposition of our dogs inspired us to begin responsibly breeding to expand the breed and share them with others.
Q. & A. with Cary
Why did you start breeding?
We fell in love with the breed !What makes your program special?
We are family owned and operated in western NY. I have over 20 grandchildren that handle the puppies daily and all of our adult dogs are loved like familyWhat 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 guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Orange collar male
Went homeMale
Green collar male
Went homeMale
Black Collar Male
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Cary
Cary 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 $1,700 - $3,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price of your puppy includes LIMITED AKC registration, vaccines, deworming, vet check, microchip and potty training well established.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cary 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 Cary 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 Cary directly.
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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
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cary.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Albion, NY
3907 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester Airport
3892 miles away
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More about Cary
Club memberships
Cary is a member of Golden Retriever Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Cary has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Cary was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Cary’s links
Cary is a trusted Good Dog breeder
DeClercks 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
All breeds
Poodle
Golden Retriever
Amber, mom
Poodle
About Amber
Amber is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cary decided to make her part of their program. Cary 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.
Odin, dad
Golden Retriever
About Odin
Odin is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cary decided to make him part of their program. Cary 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.
Taffy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Taffy
Taffy is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cary decided to make her part of their program. Cary 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.
Ivy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Ivy
Ivy is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cary decided to make her part of their program. Cary 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.
Dottie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Dottie
Dottie is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cary decided to make her part of their program. Cary 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.
Emmylou, mom
Golden Retriever
About Emmylou
Emmylou is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cary decided to make her part of their program. Cary 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.
Snickers, mom
Golden Retriever
About Snickers
Snickers is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cary decided to make her part of their program. Cary 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.
Copper, dad
Golden Retriever
About Copper
Copper is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cary decided to make him part of their program. Cary 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
DeClercks 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.
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, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2
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).
