Kona's Golden Life
- East Aurora, NY
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Richard Y., the breeder behind Kona's Golden Life located in East Aurora, NY. Welcome to Kona’s Golden Life. Kona's legacy lives on in every puppy we raise and every family we welcome into our circle.. Each pup is raised in a family-centered environment, socialized with intention, and prepared to bring joy, companionship, and a touch of Kona’s magic into your home.
Q. & A. with Richard
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
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Earl the Girl Grey
Went homeFemale
Jerry
Went homeMale
Ben
Went homeMale
Choco
Went homeMale
Elsa
Went homeFemale
Holly
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Richard
Richard has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
“UKCI Registerable PLL, DM & PRA-PRCD Clear Dam/Sire Genetic Health Tested First Round of Vaccinations Deworming Fecal Sample Vet Exam/Health Certificate Health Guarantee Socialization Potty Training. All puppies are the same price regardless of color or size.”
Contract & health guarantee
Richard 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 Richard 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 Richard 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
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Richard.
Breeder's location
Meet in East Aurora, NY
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Niagara Falls Airport
Meet in Pittsburgh, PA
More about Richard
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Handler, CHIC Certified.
Richard has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Richard was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Richard is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Kona's Golden Life 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
- RY
Richard Y.
Litter update on 04 Dec 2025 •…I can’t believe the puppies are 5 weeks old already!! They started their potty training outside this week … just in time for lots of snow and wind 🙃 they are doing really well so far! They love their kibble, snuggles with their Momma, and playing with the rest of their fur family 😊 We have one female available to an amazing family! Please reach out if you’d like to learn more about our sweet girl and our program.
Bruno and Giana's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Golden Retriever
Rat Terrier
Mudpie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Mudpie
Mudpie is a female Golden Retriever almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Richard decided to make her part of their program. Richard 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.
Excellent health testing
Wisdom Panel, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +9 more.Brutta, mom
Golden Retriever
About Brutta
Brutta is a female Golden Retriever over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Richard decided to make her part of their program. Richard 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.
Excellent health testing
Wisdom Panel, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, +9 more.
Sammi, mom
Rat Terrier
About Sammi
Sammi is a 3 year old 14lb bundle of love . Sammi loves to play with her Momma Gigi and with her Goldens. Her favorite thing to do when she isnt stealing the tennis ball from the Goldens is to snuggle with her Fur Uncle Kona or on her Mom and Dads lap .... or perched on the back of wherever they are sitting : ) Sammi is incredibly smart and sweet. This is Sammi's first litter and she has been the most amazing Momma. It has been such a blessing to watch her with with her babies!
Good health testing
Patellar Luxation, Primary Lens Luxation (PLL).
Giana, mom
Rat Terrier
About Giana
Giana is a female Rat Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Richard decided to make her part of their program. Richard 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
Great level
Kona's Golden Life 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 Rat Terriers.
Hip Dysplasia , Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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 Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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 Examination (rDVM, not 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), Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), Wisdom Panel, DNA Disease 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).
