I'm Julie E., the breeder behind Goldnmine Kennels located in Kirkwood, PA. Our dogs have enriched our lives in ways we never imagined, and we are so happy to be able to share the wonderful qualities of the breed with others. Owning a Golden Retriever is a beautiful experience, and it would be our honor to connect you with the perfect new addition to your family.
Q. & A. with Julie
Why did you start breeding?
After many years of grooming, and Goldens always making me smile, we decided to add one to our family. Since adding Heidi to our family, and knowing the joy she brings us, we knew we wanted to share joy with others.
What makes your program special?
To me what makes my breeding program special is each and every puppy we bring into this world are as important and special to me as if they stayed with us forever. I put every effort into producing sound, healthy, well socialized puppies that grow into outstanding dogs.
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.
“Penny”
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
TBD
Went home
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Ryder
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Julie
Julie 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“AKC registration, 1st vaccination & vet check, deworming, microchipped. We perform Early Neurological Stimulation and socialized our puppies to give them the best start in life. Deposit is to hold a puppy once you are approved.”
Contract & health guarantee
Julie 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 Julie 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 Julie directly.
Goldnmine Kennels 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
Daisy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Daisy
Daisy is a sweet girl ready to go dog, with a couch potato side. She is great with kids of all ages, even our disable nephew. Good with our cat & chickens.
Hip, Heart, Eye & Elbow clearances, prcd-PRA clear, PRA1 clear, PRA2 clear, Ichthyosis clear.
Excellent health testing
Full Embark Panel, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, +10 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Goldnmine Kennels 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.
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).
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.