Golden Ratio Retrievers

Faun M.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • San Martin, CA

Meet the breeder

I'm Faun M., the breeder behind Golden Ratio Retrievers located in San Martin, CA. We are a small, selective breeder of English Golden Retrievers. We aim to produce service and therapy dog prospects, as well as well rounded family pets, so temperament is at the top of our list. We only breed dogs that have excellent health, longevity and full testing across multiple generations.

Q. & A. with Faun

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My parents raised Goldens as I was growing up, and I fell in love with the dogs and the process. I enjoy being able to do something good for other people, and I believe Goldens are a very special breed that can uniquely meet the needs of many people. I love most dogs, and I've owned several different breeds myself, but Goldens are a step above in my experience.

  • What makes your program special?

    I've received mentoring from some amazing and experienced breeders, which has guided our decision process in which dogs to include in the program. We use dogs from imported stock, and we only consider dogs with complete testing clearances demonstrating health and longevity. Our top priority is temperament as we want to produce service and therapy dog prospects, as well as well rounded family pets.

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

    Our puppies are 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.

Getting a puppy from Faun

Faun 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,000 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes AKC limited registration, microchip, fist round of vaccines, deworming, socialization, and lifelong support from the breeder. The deposit allows you to reserve a puppy and is non refundable as it takes that puppy off the market and we want to be sure you're serious. The deposit can be transferred once to a future litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Faun 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 Faun 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 Faun 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
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in San Martin, CA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at SJC

Flexible meeting point

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

More about Faun

  • Club memberships

    Faun is a member of Golden Retriever Club of America.

  • Faun has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Faun was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Faun is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Golden Ratio 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Golden Ratio 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.

  • PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 2, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, DNA Disease 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Faun to bring home their puppies.

  • Lori G.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    We received our retriever “Sadie” in May 2025. We traveled to Faun’s home and she helped us select “Sadie”. Sadie is a beautiful puppy and we work with her each day as a part of the family. We have had many questions about dog care and Faun has been there to help. Faun even stopped by our home to visit us and see Sadie. She brought Sadie’s sister to play. Faun clearly loves her puppies and wants to see them in a good home where everyone is happy.

  • David R.

    Verified owner · June 2025

    Faun has been absolutely amazing throughout the whole process of getting my first puppy. She is always there for me when I have any question or concern, and I would not have been able to get through the first weeks with my Ace without her. Amazing!

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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.