Gaia Goldens
Meet the breeder
I'm Sydney S., the breeder behind Gaia Goldens located in Woodstock, GA. We have high expectations for our puppies and seek to offer dogs that are gentle and loyal companions while also fit and intelligent, with the potential to excel in a variety of activities. Our primary goal for pet puppies is to ensure that each one is placed in an enriching and loving home!
Q. & A. with Sydney
Why did you start breeding?
I have owned and loved Golden Retrievers for about 25 years, after adopting my first Goldens (Sadie Mae and Cosmo) from people who could no longer care for them the way they deserved. After years of involvement with AKC dog sports as well as local and national clubs, we decided to breed (in limited fashion) so that we could contribute to this spectacular breed and build our own small program.What makes your program special?
We will not produce a litter without keeping a puppy for ourselves and our program (including conformation and other sports). Pups that go to new families benefit from this approach in terms of structure, pedigree, health, and temperament. We've spent a great deal of time and effort learning about the breed and strive to offer the highest quality pups we can.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.
Getting a puppy from Sydney
Sydney 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 $500 deposit and between $2,500 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes a 2-year health guarantee, worming and initial vaccinations, microchip, and AKC litter registration. All of our pet puppies are the same price regardless of color, size, or sex. We do not accept deposits until the litter is born and we have a clear idea of how many eligible pups we have. At that point, you be asked to send a $500 non-refundable deposit within 7 days to reserve your puppy. Please note our reservation policy: if you make a deposit, you are committing to take a puppy from the litter. Should you elect not to take a puppy from the litter after you have paid the deposit, these funds are forfeited unless we are no longer able to match your sex preference.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Woodstock, GA
More about Sydney
Club memberships
Sydney is a member of Atlanta Golden Retriever Club and Golden Retriever Club of America.
Sydney has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Sydney was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Sydney is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Gaia 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
Wren, mom
Golden Retriever
About Wren
Wren is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sydney decided to make her part of their program. Sydney 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
Gaia 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.
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.
Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, 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).
