Gail’s Goldens
- Kenosha, WI
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned Golden Retriever litter
Due July 2026
Planned Golden Retriever litter
Due Mar. 2027
Meet the breeder
I'm Gail R., the breeder behind Gail’s Goldens located in Kenosha, WI. We are committed to always responsibly breeding with the best interest of our puppies’ health and longevity at the forefront. We find so much joy in watching our puppies grow and develop their own unique personalities. We can’t wait for you to meet your next loving and loyal companion!
Q. & A. with Gail
Why did you start breeding?
We have owned and loved many golden retrievers in the last 30 + years. All of our goldens have been raised individually in our home. We decided to breed our dam, Belle, (fully registered with AKC —American Kennel Club) when she was at an appropriate breeding age and cleared all AKC recommended health testing.What makes your program special?
Family owned, home raised puppies. We have diligently searched for complimentary sires to breed with our Belle. The studs we have found live with their owners: Scout (light golden) with an impressive AKC pedigree and wonderful temperament and Sunna who is a dark golden and working on becoming a therapy dog.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 and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
BAILEY
Went homeMale
AMELIA
Went homeFemale
GROOT
Went homeMale
CHEWY
Went homeMale
SWEET PEA
Went homeFemale
RIPLEY
Went homeFemale
Shamrock
Went homeFemale
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Skye
Went homeFemale
Tulip
Went homeFemale
Lucky Charms
Went homeMale
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Violet
Went homeFemale
Ryder
Went homeMale
Rosa
Went homeFemale
Marshall
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Gail
Gail 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.
"We take great care in placing our puppies with the right family. We consider family's choice of gender. As puppies grow, we look at the puppies' temperaments, usually around 4-5 weeks old. "
Price
"The price includes Vet examined puppy, which has had puppy dewormer and initial vaccinations. A microchip will be provided to the buyer to have inserted at their vet clinic. All are offered with Limited Registration at $2800. Breeding rights and ability to show at AKC conformation, Full registration $3300. All puppies (regardless of sex, color or size) Limited AKC registration price: $2800 (beginning in 2027) $500 deposit plus final payment of $2300. Full registration price (breeding rights and conformation event eligible): $3300 (beginning in 2027). $500 deposit plus final payment of $2800. Deposit may be held for next litter, if you desire."
Contract & health guarantee
Gail 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 Gail 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 Gail directly.
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
- Daily handling
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Gail.
Breeder's location
Meet in Kenosha, WI
4300 miles away
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More about Gail
Gail has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Gail was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Gail’s links
Gail is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Gail’s 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
Litter and program updates
Gail R.
Litter update on 05 Feb •Belle looking forward to her next litter in 2026
Sunna and Belle's litter
Gail R.
Litter update on 24 Oct 2025 •Belle enjoying the Wisconsin October while awaiting her next heat in the spring!
Sunna and Belle's litter
Gail R.
Litter update on 20 May 2025 •Congratulations new puppy owners! I’m glad you are in our lives as extended family members! Remember to register your puppy with AKC.
Sunna and Belle's litter
Gail R.
Litter update on 15 May 2025 •Puppy shampoo and ear cleaner suggestions
Sunna and Belle's litter
Gail R.
Litter update on 10 May 2025 •EZ Whelp washable pee pads, cold water wash and hang dry or low heat dryer
Sunna and Belle's litter
Gail R.
Litter update on 01 May 2025 •Puppies napping in puppy beds
Sunna and Belle's litter
Gail R.
Litter update on 28 Apr 2025 •Puppy Food the puppies are eating now
Sunna and Belle's litter
Gail R.
Litter update on 28 Apr 2025 •Outdoor adventure first time
Sunna and Belle's litter
Gail R.
Litter update on 27 Apr 2025 •Playtime after breakfast
Sunna and Belle's litter
Gail R.
Litter update on 26 Apr 2025 •5 weeks old!
Sunna and Belle's litter
Parent dogs
Belle, mom
Golden Retriever
About Belle
Belle is a wonderful family dog. Loves to play ball and swim at the lake. She is a good watch dog and protective of her family members. She is a terrific dam and compliments her sires.
Excellent health testing
PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +13 more.
Parent health testing
Great level
Gail’s 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, Brucellosis
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.
PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), Golden Retriever Type, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type
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 Gail to bring home their puppies.
Clare R.
Verified owner · Mar. 2026
+4Oli (aka Ravioli) has truly been the greatest gift, and we are so grateful to Gail for bringing him into our lives. From the very beginning, Gail was incredibly professional and thoughtful. Her communication from when Oli was born until pickup was above and beyond. She kept us in the loop, sent updates & photos, and was a pleasure to work with. On pickup day, she took the time to walk us through everything - paperwork, AKC registration, medical information, and more - and answered all of our questions with patience and expertise. It’s clear how much care Gail puts into her breeding program. Gail’s Belle is a beautiful, healthy family dog with an amazing temperament, which gave us so much confidence from the start. Oli is the sweetest, cuddliest, most loving boy. He’s energetic, playful, and full of personality. People stop us on the street constantly to tell us how handsome he is lol! We are forever grateful for the care Gail took in raising him and setting him up for success in his new home. We would absolutely go back to Gail in a heartbeat for another puppy and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a well-bred, healthy, and loving dog.
HRHeather R.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
+6Gail was wonderful! She kept in touch with us and provided details about our puppy’s personality and developmental progress until he came home. Our puppy, Fisher, adapted well to our home and is so much fun. He has such a nice demeanor and has been such a joyful addition to our family. We highly recommend Gail for others searching for a loving breeder and seeking a sweet and smart fur baby.
Alia K.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
Gail was great to work with. We got our beautiful girl from her this September and she is thriving. She got a clean bill of health from our own vet in addition to all the paperwork from Gail. I think there will be many gorgeous, well bred litters coming from Gail in the future!
Janine A.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
+8I had just moved to a rural area, and my husband said we could get a puppy. I had always wanted a golden retriever, so I started looking online for breeders near me. I never knew "good dog" existed but stumbled upon it in my search which is how I found Gail. I emailed with Gail, filled out the application for a puppy, and she matched me with my baby. Gail sent pictures and videos until he was 6 weeks old which was the age we were able to go meet him and his beautiful momma Belle. Gail was thorough in all paperwork, and the pups had vet visits before they went to their forever homes. We now have a rambunctious, sweet 10 week old ball of fluff named Geddy. We couldn't be more happy with our new family member. If I were to get another Golden retriever, and she had puppies, I would get one of Gail's puppies again.
Vighnesh V.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
+4Gail was an absolute pleasure to work with to help find our perfect puppy. As an experienced golden retreiver owner herself, she provided such helpful insights and detail in terms of puppy and adult dog care with her meticulous care and organization. Our puppy is settling in beautifully and he is a bundle of joy. We thank Gail for making the process as smooth as possible and would 100% recommend her for anyone seeking to have a puppy as part of their family.
