Evergreen Retrievers
Meet the breeder
I'm Mandy S., the breeder behind Evergreen Retrievers located in Palmyra, VA. We’re so excited to be able to help families experience the longtime loyalty of welcoming a new puppy into their lives! Our dogs have proven to be the greatest companions to our family. We started breeding to contribute to breed betterment and to share smart and loveable puppies with other families.
Q. & A. with Mandy
What makes your program special?
Evergreen Retriever puppies begin Early Neurological Stimulation on day three of life. This special training promotes the best chance of resiliency in their future as well as a laid back temperament that is tolerant to a variety of stressors. All of our dogs have been rigorously health tested and are “all clear” of any genetic disorders. They have been tested for hips, elbows, eyes, and heart.What 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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Miss White
Went homeFemale
Miss Purple
Went homeFemale
Mr. Yellow
Went homeMale
Mr. Blue
Went homeMale
Mr. Orange
Went homeMale
Mr. Green
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Mandy
Mandy 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 $2,500 non-refundable deposit and between $500 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the health guarantee, early neurological stimulation, socialization, vet examination, first round of vaccinations and deworming, puppy take home bag. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of size, color, or sex.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mandy 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 Mandy 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 Mandy 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mandy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Palmyra, VA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Richmond Airport (Byrd Field)
More about Mandy
Club memberships
Mandy is a member of Golden Retriever Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified.
Mandy has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Mandy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Mandy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Evergreen 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
Dixie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Dixie
Dixie is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mandy decided to make her part of their program. Mandy 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.
Sugar, mom
Golden Retriever
About Sugar
Sugar is a female Golden Retriever almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mandy decided to make her part of their program. Mandy 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
Excellent level
Evergreen 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.
Brucellosis, 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.
Full Embark 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).
