Goldilocks Golden Retrievers

Deborah M.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

Chesapeake, VA
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Meet the breeder

I'm Deborah M., the breeder behind Goldilocks Golden Retrievers located in Chesapeake, VA. Our AKC bred dogs receive comprehensive health clearances, including OFA certifications, cardiac & eye clearance, helping us prioritize the long-term health & quality of every litter. Our puppies are raised with love, care, & tons of early socialization to give them the best possible start in life.

Q. & A. with Deborah

Why did you start breeding?
After owning two golden retrievers, I was inspired to breed them through mentors who have guided me along the way.
What makes your program special?
We breed our dogs with love and care to ensure the puppies will be socialized and ready for their forever homes!
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.

Girl Purple
Went home
Female
Girl orange
Went home
Female
Girl Green
Went home
Female
Boy teal
Went home
Male
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Went home
Female
Boy blue
Went home
Male
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Went home
Male
Girl Red
Went home
Female

Getting a puppy from Deborah

Deborah 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Deborah partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great care in matching each puppies with their prospective families. We will do either an in-person interview or over the phone questionnaire to determine if our puppies are a good fit for potential buyers.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit that secures a spot in a litter. The remaining $3,300 - $3,500 is due at pickup, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes first rounds of vaccinations, deworming, and socialization. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of color or size.”

Contract & health guarantee

Deborah 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 Deborah 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 Deborah 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
  - Surface & tactile stimulation
  - Socialized with children
  - Daily handling
  - Socialized with other dogs
  - Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming
  - Vet records
- Extras
  - Toys
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Chesapeake, VA

4129 miles away

More about Deborah

Certifications & recognitions
DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology).
Deborah has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 months
Deborah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Deborah’s links
- Instagram

Deborah is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Goldilocks Golden 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

Ruby, mom
Golden Retriever
About Ruby
Ruby is a sweet 4 year old girl who loves to play and run around. She has a gentle spirit and is very patient with children and adults of all ages.

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Goldilocks Golden 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
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.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), 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 Deborah to bring home their puppies.

Skylar P.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
For eleven years, Bear has been the heart of our home. Our sweet golden boy has been there for every chapter, and as he's grown older, we started talking about bringing another puppy into the family. We wanted a companion for Bear and a new little soul to love, but we knew it had to be the right fit. Then someone recommended we look at Deb's golden retrievers, and a photo of her upcoming litter popped up. The moment we saw Sandman and Ruby, the puppies' parents, we were in awe. They were some of the most beautiful dogs we had ever seen (Bear excluded, of course!). The more we learned about Deb, the more certain we became. Her care, her process, and the love she pours into every dog made the decision feel easy. About a week ago, we brought home not one but two golden girls, Blaire and Honey, and every part of this journey has been worth it. They settled into our home right away and are incredibly well behaved and eager to learn. Deb took the time to walk us through their routine, which helped us find our rhythm from day one. It's clear how much hard work, dedication, and love she gives each puppy before they ever leave her care. Blaire and Honey are truly a blessing to our family. Deb, thank you for everything you do. We are so grateful.