I'm duane g., the breeder behind Groves Goldens located in Bellefonte, PA. Our goal is to produce healthy dogs with amazing temperaments while leaving a legacy of greatness in the breed. We are dedicated advocates for proper breeding techniques.
Q. & A. with duane
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
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Yellow collar
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Black collar
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Blue collar
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purple L
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green L
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Yellow L
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Girl 4 L
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brown L
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Orange
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black L
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Lt Green L
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red L
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Boy 3 black G
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Boy 2 red G
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Girl 3 green G
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Girl 4 pink G
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Boy 1 blue G
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Girl 2 gray G
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Girl 1 yellow G
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Boy 5
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Girl 2
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Girl 1
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Boy 3
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Boy 4
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Boy 1
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Boy 2
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Boy 6
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Getting a puppy from duane
duane 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 $500 deposit and $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Pups will come microchipped , with health guarantee , and a vet certificate from our Vet . Deposits are non refundable , BUT we have refunded with certain circumstances.”
Contract & health guarantee
duane 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 duane 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 duane directly.
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
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 duane.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Bellefonte, PA
3992 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at State College Airport
4001 miles away
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More about duane
duane has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
duane was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
duane is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Groves 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
Litter and program updates
duane g.
Program update on 30 June •
Gracie and Ryan puppies available August 20, 2025. Red Goldens. 1 female and 5 males
Parent dogs
Grace, mom
Golden Retriever
About Grace
AKC registered Red American Golden Retriever. DNA and OFA tested for heart,eyes, hips and elbows. Great Mama to her puppies. Loves to be near us and is extremely cuddly.
Rosie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Rosie
Rosie is a very playful girl , when she was young she would always play with our older dogs puppies , now she does the same with her own , she also is a bid snuggler , she will lay wit you and sleep if you let her . Rodie is a Beautiful one of a kind girl
Teddy, dad
Golden Retriever
About Teddy
Teddy is an exceptional looking Golden , he has a super temperament and a large blocky head . He loves to play , bit he is like a Teddy Bear , he loves to cuddles ( hence his name ) Big and lovable with an exceptional personality , His Elbows are good and his hips are excellent , eyes and heart are fine , nothing bad shows up on his DNA test.
Zion, dad
Golden Retriever
About Zion
Zion is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, duane decided to make him part of their program. duane has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Lucy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Lucy
Lucy is an awesome Momma , this is her last litter . She is a very athletic girl who loves to cuddle . So our FB page Grove's Goldens in Bellefonte PA for more pics
Dede, mom
Golden Retriever
About Dede
Dede is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, duane decided to make her part of their program. duane has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Groves 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).