I'm Kyrsti H., the breeder behind KSquared Golden Retrievers located in Benton, AR. My dogs and puppies are lovingly raised in my home as part of my family so I can prepare them to be wonderful additions to yours. I strive to produce quality puppies for families that are structurally sound, healthy, intuitive and have wonderful temperaments. My priority is to ensure the health and well-being of all my dogs from birth until they leave with their forever family and beyond.
Q. & A. with Kyrsti
Why did you start breeding?
My love for Golden Retrievers inspired me to share this amazing breed with the world in a responsible way. It is such an honor to preserve the line of these incredible dogs all the while creating companionship for others. I am devoted to ensuring there are happy and healthy Golden Retrievers for others to enjoy, and I do so by responsibly growing this incredible breed.
What makes your program special?
I strive to breed healthy, quality pups for loving homes. The health and temperament of my puppies are my number one priority and I do not breed my dogs unless they are fully healthy and genetically tested. I am dedicated to always having responsible policies when it comes to breeding, socializing, and training my pups. I love what I do and truly want the very best for my puppies and their forever families.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Goldendoodle puppies include medium and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Golden Retriever puppies are golden. Goldendoodle puppies include black, phantom, merle, and parti. 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.
Purple Collar
Went home
Female
Silver Collar
Went home
Female
Orange Collar
Went home
Male
Green Collar
Went home
Male
Girl 2 (Red Collar)
Went home
Female
Pink Collar
Went home
Female
Cream Collar
Went home
Male
Blue Collar
Went home
Male
Girl 4 (Yellow Collar)
Went home
Female
Black Collar
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Kyrsti
Kyrsti 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.
“Also included is a 1-year genetic health guarantee, first round of vaccines, and deworming. Prices of each puppy vary based on behavioral testing and conformation assessment done at 5 weeks of age. Sporting or show quality puppies will be priced accordingly. Deposits are non-refundable unless we are unable to provide a puppy that is a good fit from your preferred litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kyrsti 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 Kyrsti 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 Kyrsti directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kyrsti.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Benton, AR
890 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (Adams Field) (was Little Rock National)
866 miles away
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More about Kyrsti
Kyrsti has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Kyrsti was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Kyrsti is a trusted Good Dog breeder
KSquared Golden Retrievers 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
Tulip, mom
Golden Retriever
About Tulip
Tulip is a female Golden Retriever over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kyrsti decided to make her part of their program. Kyrsti 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
Dentition, Full Embark Panel, +3 more.
Parent health testing
Goldendoodle
Golden Retriever
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
KSquared Golden Retrievers 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 Goldendoodles.
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.
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).
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.