I'm Sara M., the breeder behind God Given Goldens located in Deer Park, WA. We have the privilege and opportunity to make a great impact on each individual puppy. We want the best for our puppies and their families.
Our goal is to produce healthy, happy, confident puppies that transition well to their forever homes. .
Q. & A. with Sara
Why did you start breeding?
Once we moved into a larger home with acreage, we were finally able to purchase our first Golden and fell in LOVE.
Sara spent the next couple of years researching common health issues, proper health testing, attending dog training classes, studying pedigrees and the importance of laying foundations.
We decided as a family we were ready to make the commitment to raising healthy, sound puppies.
What makes your program special?
Our puppies are family raised using Puppy Culture protocols in the center of our home - in a clean, loving environment. Each puppy is exposed to new sounds and experiences, introduced to crates, litterbox trained, play puppy games, work on resource guarding and many other important foundations.
We make puppy selections based on each family's need and lifestyle.
We are big on communication.
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 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Sara
Sara 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 non-refundable deposit and $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Deposits are non-refundable but are transferable to a future litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sara 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 Sara 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 Sara directly.
God Given 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
Gibson, dad
Golden Retriever
About Gibson
Gibson is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sara decided to make him part of their program. Sara 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.
Roman, dad
Golden Retriever
About Roman
Roman is a male Golden Retriever almost 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sara decided to make him part of their program. Sara 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
Great level
God Given 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 2, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Sara to bring home their puppies.
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Mary N.
Verified owner · Mar. 2023
Excellent communication throughout the process and best of all, Sarah delivered an amazing pup. Healthy with such a great temperament. He arrived with great manners, able to sit stay and wait at the door before going out, nearly potty trained, and so well socialized. A beautiful pup that has already become a family member.
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Joshua Z.
Verified owner · June 2022
Was an amazing experience, they take raising puppies very seriously and go the extra mile to make sure they are ready to be taken home with the basics down! Very easy to work with and make it a personal experience when they are ready to part with their babies. Would recommend highly!