I'm Missy H., the breeder behind Haven Acre Goldens located in Prineville, OR. I’m passionate about Golden Retrievers and am excited to responsibly share them with the world! I offer top-quality, loving pups that have been bred for their excellent temperament and health. It is one of my life goals to breed Goldens that make exceptional service and therapy dogs, in addition to being wonderful companions.
Q. & A. with Missy
Why did you start breeding?
My severely autistic son died of seizure complications at the age of 9 when his Golden Retriever, Haven, was only 11 months old. Because I couldn't afford a fully trained and raised autism therapy dog, I wanted to try and do it myself, but didn't get that opportunity. My goal in life has been to provide this opportunity for other families in the hopes that they can raise and train loving dogs used for comfort and therapy.
What makes your program special?
In order for my puppies to have the best lives possible, I will not breed dogs until they have had all of the necessary health and temperament testing done. I'm striving for the best for my dogs and their families, and that shows in all of the steps I take during the breeding process. I give each puppy lots of love and socialization from the very beginning of their life until they leave to their forever homes.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 7
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 8
Went home
Female
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Missy
Missy 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 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes limited AKC registration papers with spay/neuter agreement. Puppies vary in price depending on desired litter. Deposit amount depends on the litter expected, which varies. Waitlist deposits and puppy holding deposits are non-refundable but can be transferred to another litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Missy 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 Missy 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 Missy directly.
Haven Acre 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
Roy, dad
Golden Retriever
About Roy
Roy is a male Golden Retriever over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Missy decided to make him part of their program. Missy 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.
Haven, mom
Golden Retriever
About Haven
Haven is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Missy decided to make her part of their program. Missy 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.
Skye, mom
Golden Retriever
About Skye
Skye is a female Golden Retriever almost 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Missy decided to make her part of their program. Missy 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
Haven Acre 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 Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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 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.
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.
Full Embark 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).