Golden Hills Retrievers

Stephanie B.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers and Labrador Retrievers

  • Lake Hughes, CA
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies and older dogs

Golden Retriever

Labrador Retriever

Letti

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5 days old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Stephanie B., the breeder behind Golden Hills Retrievers located in Lake Hughes, CA. Top Quality Golden and Labrador Retrievers in Southern, CA. I'm dedicated to helping provide families with suitable companions that are well-bred for health, temperament, and beauty.

Q. & A. with Stephanie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    As a teen, I did a lot of obedience training and desired to raise a guide dog puppy. My parents knew that giving up the puppy would be too devastating for me. They agreed I could adopt a purebred Golden Retriever. Which I dedicated to training to the highest degree obedience. We competed in obedience trials and she did great. My parents agreed to let me raise a litter and it was life-changing.

  • What makes your program special?

    My program is special because I do it for the right reasons. Its the love for the breeds. Staying true to breed standards and disposition and being involved in every step. Staying up all night long to help in the whelping process. There are no limitations as to what it takes for a successful healthy mom and babies. I help to find the perfect match to suit families needs, that is my Reward.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Golden Retriever puppies are light golden. Labrador Retriever puppies are yellow. 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.

Getting a puppy from Stephanie

Stephanie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

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 $400 non-refundable deposit and between $2,800 - $3,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The deposit will determine the pick order and how many you get to choose from. The 400 deposit is deducted from the total balance due when your baby goes home English yellow/white Labrador Retrievers priced at 3200 English Golden Retrievers priced at 3500-4000 Both breeds have all health clearances and include health guarantee - TOP quality in both health and beauty . Golden Hills Retrievers requires a 400 deposit for all puppies. The 400 is deducted from the total price of your puppy. Thank you.”

Contract & health guarantee

Stephanie 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 Stephanie 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 Stephanie 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Stephanie.

Breeder's location

Meet in Lake Hughes, CA

5749 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Los Angeles Airport

5791 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Stephanie can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Stephanie

  • Club memberships

    Stephanie is a member of Golden Retriever Club of America and Labrador Retriever Club, Inc..

  • Stephanie has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Stephanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Stephanie’s links

Stephanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Golden Hills 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

All breeds

Labrador Retriever

Golden Retriever

Parent health testing

Golden Retriever

Labrador Retriever

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Golden Hills 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.

  • Animal Genetics Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)

    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 Stephanie to bring home their puppies.

  • Lia G.

    Verified owner · July 2025

      • +8

    From the moment I reached out to Stephanie inquiring about her puppies, everything flowed so easily and smoothly. She answered every question I had and even FaceTimed me so I could see the puppy. When it came time to pick up my puppy, I changed up my flight home to Alaska so that I could meet Stephanie in California. She met me at the airport despite my original flight being canceled and the second flight being delayed. When I found out I could not make it back on my flight because the airline did not have enough time to get my suitcase to the plane, Stephanie stayed with me while I had a bit of a panic attack. She calmed me down and stayed with me while I found and booked a hotel for the night. I know all of the hiccups put a damper on Stephanie’s day, but not once did she make me feel bad about it. I cannot thank her enough for all that she did. Now to talk about my amazing, beautiful, and incredibly smart puppy! From the evening that I met Melody at the airport, she was tail wags and kisses despite the hectic day and long wait at the airport. When I checked in at the hotel, Melody went potty on her pee pad and proceeded to follow me everywhere in the hotel. She also slept in the bed that night and woke me up 3 times to go potty. The next day we traveled from 11:30am (California time) until we landed in Kodiak at 7:37pm. That was 3 plane rides where I had to run to each gate to make the next flight. Not once did Melody bark, cry, or have an accident. She whined once when we were stuck waiting on the plane to take off from Anchorage because she was getting hot. Once I aimed the air on her and helped by fanning her, she stopped whining and fell asleep. Since being home, this girl has been a dream! Don’t get me wrong, she is still a puppy and has a penchant for pulling the dish rag off the oven door, but she is so well behaved. She has learned the command “drop it” quite well, lol. She learned within 24 hours (from her big sisters) to ring the bells to go out to the potty. She wakes me up once every night and then at about 4:45am to go potty. I could continue to gloat about my absolutely amazing girl, but I’ll stop. Take a look at the pictures I posted and I’m pretty sure you’ll agree that she is absolutely beautiful! I am so in love and have waited so long for her. Thank you, Stephanie for my best friend and for being there when you didn’t have to be!

    Alexander (Alex) A.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

      • +8

    It's not every day that you let a dog into your life, and for me, I was no exception. A couple of months ago, I decided to take that step after years of not owning a pet. From dog-proofing your home to researching how best to take care of your future companion, it's hard to ever feel ready, and for good reason. Aside from the veterans and well-experienced, few truly are ever ready: no amount of prep can account for puppy all a puppy's needs in all its individualistic glory. When I first reached out to Stephanie, I expressed both my interests and my worries about raising a puppy. Stephanie was not only timely with her responses, but she goes above the call of duty and walks beside you on those steps to getting a puppy. She provided information, starting supplies, and all the reassurance I could ever ask for throughout the process. I soon found myself driving home with a golden retriever puppy (that I later named Mango), unsure of the future but hopeful for what it may bring. A couple months later, and I can confidently say that I have no regrets. Mango is a puppy that loves to play and chew like there's no tomorrow. He's incredibly smart, perhaps too smart for his own good: he learned to climb up hardwood stairs on day 2 and to climb over dog gates a week later. He was potty trained in weeks and at 4 months, he knows the commands sit, stay, come, and paw. He's also as cute as they come, and I can't imagine him being anything but a looker and a lover to anyone he meets. Thank you, Stephanie, for all that you've done. And for those out there who are looking for a breeder to trust as you look for your next furry friend, look no further than here for your next companion. You won't regret it. Not by a long shot.

    DB

    Doug B.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    Stephenie was terrific to work with and set us up for success in preparation of taking our puppy home. We named him Motley and he's acclimating very well with his new big brother...our 13-year-old golden retriever, Rusty.

  • Lauren P.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    Stephanie was amazing to work with! She was available to message/FaceTime whenever we needed to talk with her. The puppy we got from her is amazing!

    JE

    Jeremy E.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    Stephanie was so responsive and made what could’ve been a hard transition and purchase much easier. She came up with awesome solutions, was super flexible, and the puppy is so friendly, well trained, and well taken care of even before my care. Definitely would recommend to anyone trying to adopt a golden retriever!

    Julia S.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    Stephanie with Golden Hills Retrievers was a dream to work with. Stephanie was very knowledgable on the breed and puppy care. She was incredibly trust worthy, responsive and genuinely cares for both the puppy and the adoptees. I enjoyed working with her and my new family member is thriving. I would work with Stephanie again in a heart beat. Grateful for her.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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