Kennedy Goldens

Nicole K.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Shelton, WA
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Nicole K., the breeder behind Kennedy Goldens located in Shelton, WA. We are a passionate and dedicated breeding program that produces Golden Retrievers with great working drives, health, and temperaments. We strive to produce well-rounded, balanced pups that will make exceptional family companions but also have the ability to thrive in whatever role they are needed.

Q. & A. with Nicole

  • What makes your program special?

    Our dogs are not only raised in our home apart of our family, but we are always doing something with our dogs! From obedience classes, to duck hunting, to dock diving, we try to have our dogs experience as mush as possible to make them well rounded good citizens. All of our dogs complete the required health tested recommended by the Golden Retriever Club of America.

  • 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 and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Nicole

Nicole 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 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Our puppies come with their AKC registration paperwork, dewormed, vaccinated, vet check up, and a toy and blanket that smells like their mom and littermates. A $500 non-refundable deposit must be placed in the week following the birth of the puppies. Your deposit will go towards the total purchase price of your puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Nicole 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 Nicole 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 Nicole 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • 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
      • AKC registration
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nicole.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Shelton, WA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Portland Airport

Flexible meeting point

Nicole can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Nicole

  • Club memberships

    Nicole is a member of Rainier Hunting Retriever Club and Golden Retriever Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified.

  • Nicole has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Nicole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Nicole’s links

Nicole is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Kennedy 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Kennedy 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 (Preliminary), 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 (Preliminary), 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Nicole to bring home their puppies.

  • Kurt T.

    Verified owner · June 2023

    Nicole is awesome to work with! She's great about keeping you updated and is quick to respond to questions and concerns. She cares deeply about the pups and works hard to set them up for success with their future families. Our family loves our pup from Kennedy and would highly recommend them to anyone!

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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.

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.

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.

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.