Life with Goldens
Meet the breeder
I'm Kirsten R., the breeder behind Life with Goldens located in Lynden, WA. We are committed to always responsibly breeding with the best interest of our puppies’ health and longevity at the forefront. We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
Q. & A. with Kirsten
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are dark golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Kirsten
Kirsten 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
"The $400 deposit is non-refundable should you change your mind. However if I am unable to provide you with a healthy puppy and you do not wish to move your deposit to a different litter I will refund you your deposit 100 percent."
Contract & health guarantee
Kirsten 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 Kirsten 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 Kirsten directly.
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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kirsten.
Breeder's location
Meet in Lynden, WA
5004 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Seattle–Tacoma Airport
5092 miles away
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More about Kirsten
Kirsten has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Kirsten was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Kirsten is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Life with 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
Willow, mom
Golden Retriever
About Willow
Willow is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kirsten decided to make her part of their program. Kirsten 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.
Bruno, dad
Golden Retriever
About Bruno
Bruno is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kirsten decided to make him part of their program. Kirsten 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.
Rosey, mom
Golden Retriever
About Rosey
Rosey is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kirsten decided to make her part of their program. Kirsten 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.
Rosey, mom
Golden Retriever
About Rosey
Rosey is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kirsten decided to make her part of their program. Kirsten 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.
Zoey, mom
Golden Retriever
About Zoey
Zoey is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kirsten decided to make her part of their program. Kirsten 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.
Gus, dad
Golden Retriever
About Gus
Gus is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kirsten decided to make him part of their program. Kirsten 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
Good level
Life with 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.
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, 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).
