I'm Sharon R., the breeder behind Goldminer Goldens located in Sun City, AZ. We have been breeding since 1985. We met our mentor, Cindy Licthenberger, in 1980. We are still the best of friends. We have learned so much over the years and apply all of the priceless knowledge toward the betterment of our dogs.
Q. & A. with Sharon
Why did you start breeding?
We believe the perfect dog starts with work done by the breeder. We wanted to be breeders that make a difference in our dog's lives for the better.
What makes your program special?
We have years of experience. When you purchase a puppy from us, you become a lifelong best friend. We want to share everything we know with you to make your experience with your new pup the best it can be.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are 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.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Sharon
Sharon 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
Connect with Sharon to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Sharon 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 Sharon 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 Sharon directly.
Goldminer 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
Chloe, mom
Golden Retriever
About Chloe
Beautiful Great Pigment
Easy keeper
Nice straight coat
Nicely put together
My Gabe is the Sire
DORY, mom
Golden Retriever
About DORY
first of all attitude smart
beautiful dark straight coat
eager to please
Gabe, dad
Golden Retriever
About Gabe
Friendly Happy Gentle
He produces Beautiful puppies
He talks to me lolo
CHIC# 15357
Spirit 10/6/2014, mom
Golden Retriever
About Spirit 10/6/2014
Beautiful eyes my shadow ,smart
She is Hopes mom
Ruby, mom
Golden Retriever
About Ruby
Dock DivingChamp CCA
High energy acts like a 2 year old
Beautiful
Birth date 3/01/2013
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Goldminer 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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, 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).