Katian Kennel
Meet the breeder
I'm Katie B., the breeder behind Katian Kennel located in Lexington, TX. I strive to produce the perfect puppy for the perfect family. I place my puppies with active families who appreciate the time, detail and attention I give to provide a puppy with intelligence, good looks, good health, good temperament with a strong desire to please both in the field and at home. My pups are placed only in active family homes. While some are hunters and some enjoy participating in dog sporting events, all of my pups will thrive so long as they have (1) a family that loves them and includes them in daily life, (2) regular physical stimulation so that they can have a healthy body, and (3) regular mental stimulation so that they can have a healthy mind (all of these help prevent common unwanted behaviors in dogs).
Q. & A. with Katie
Why did you start breeding?
My love for Goldens grew to the point where I saw no other path. With the limited genetic pool for well-bred field Goldens along with the health issues that are prevalent due to overbreeding by uneducated golden owners, I knew I could continue my healthy and talented lines, as well as help improve the quality of field-bred goldens to keep the “retriever” in the Golden Retriever!What makes your program special?
I am fortunate to be able to devote my entire life to my Goldens so I have the time to research pedigrees, select breeding prospects, raise puppies with all the love, attention, socialization and exposure to ensure that they have the best start to their new lives. I also train my own dogs so I know my pups inside and out!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 homeMale
ROXIE
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
BLAZE
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
HAZEL
Went homeFemale
RIO
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Katie
Katie 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $2,950 - $4,550 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Deposit is fully refundable if I cannot provide a suitable puppy. Price includes puppy, puppy go home pack of goodies/toys/food, AKC & UKC litter registration, AKC Individual Registration, Microchip implantation & lifetime prepaid enrollment with AKC ReUnite, lifetime breeder support, Cash back incentive when you title in an AKC or UKC performance event, age-appropriate vet care/dewormings/vaccinations, early neurological stimulation, early scent introduction, socialization & exposure training, etc. Deposit is fully refundable ONLY if I cannot provide a suitable puppy. Price includes puppy, puppy go home pack of goodies/toys/food, AKC & UKC litter registration, AKC Individual Registration, Microchip implantation & lifetime prepaid enrollment with AKC ReUnite, lifetime breeder support, Cash back incentive when you title in an AKC or UKC performance event, age-appropriate vet care/dewormings/vaccinations, early neurological stimulation, early scent introduction, socialization & exposure training, etc.”
Contract & health guarantee
Katie 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 Katie 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 Katie 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 Katie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lexington, TX
5263 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Austin–Bergstrom Airport
5299 miles away
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More about Katie
Club memberships
Katie is a member of Central Texas Hunting Retriever Club, Lost Pines Retriever Club, Golden Retriever Club of America, Hunting Retriever Club, Greater Houston Golden Retriever Club, Colorado River Retriever Club, and *I am a licensed hunt test judge and a highly accomplished handler in both AKC & UKC/HRC retriever events at the local & national levels*.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Puppy Culture Breeder.
Katie has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Katie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Katie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Katian Kennel 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
Nacho, dad
Golden Retriever
About Nacho
My psycho love muffin! So handsome...so athletic...so talented! Full of energy yet loves to cuddle :)
Good health testing
PRA, Golden Retriever 2, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, +4 more.-golden-retriever.jpg?bounds=77-2x713-639&rotate=0&type=dog&crop=530x398)
Cica (“Cheeka”), mom
Golden Retriever
About Cica (“Cheeka”)
Cica (“Cheeka”) is a female Golden Retriever over 10 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katie decided to make her part of their program. Katie 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.
Willow, mom
Golden Retriever
About Willow
Willow is a female Golden Retriever about 10 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katie decided to make her part of their program. Katie 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
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Envy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Envy
Field bred, dark
Good health testing
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, +3 more.
Hooker, mom
Golden Retriever
About Hooker
Hooker is a female Golden Retriever over 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katie decided to make her part of their program. Katie 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.
Cricket, mom
Golden Retriever
About Cricket
Cricket is a female Golden Retriever over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katie decided to make her part of their program. Katie 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.
Dixie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Dixie
Dixie is a female Golden Retriever about 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katie decided to make her part of their program. Katie 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.
Grip, dad
Golden Retriever
About Grip
Grip is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Katie decided to make him part of their program. Katie 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.
Django, dad
Golden Retriever
About Django
Django is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Katie decided to make him part of their program. Katie 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.
Pebbles, mom
Golden Retriever
About Pebbles
Pebbles is a female Golden Retriever almost 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katie decided to make her part of their program. Katie 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
Great level
Katian Kennel 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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Dentition
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, 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).
