Hidden Groves Goldens
Meet the breeder
I'm Lauren F., the breeder behind Hidden Groves Goldens located in Columbia, MO. We strive to produce puppies with outstanding temperaments and wonderful personalities as well as good conformation. We lean towards producing puppies with calm and stable temperaments but still have a drive to work and perform. I strive to produce puppies for possible service work.
Q. & A. with Lauren
What makes your program special?
I try and combine both field and show lines to create a more versatile golden retriever that has good conformation but also a good work ethic/drive and a good off switch.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.
Monty
Went homeMale
Freddy
Went homeMale
Vanny
Went homeFemale
Everest
Went homeMale
Kobuk
Went homeMale
Rainier
Went homeMale
Nahanni
Went homeFemale
Maasai Mara
Went homeFemale
Yellowstone
Went homeFemale
Sequoia
Went homeFemale
Yosemite
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Lauren
Lauren 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 $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies vary in price depending on limited registration/co own versus full registration. All puppies go home with a go home bag and microchip as well as a vet checkup before they leave.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lauren 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 Lauren 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 Lauren 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lauren.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Columbia, MO
4646 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
More about Lauren
Lauren has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Lauren was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Lauren is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hidden 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
Parent dogs
Amora, mom
Golden Retriever
About Amora
Amora is a female Golden Retriever almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lauren decided to make her part of their program. Lauren 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.
Good health testing
DNA Profile, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +3 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Hidden 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, 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).
