I'm Jill M., the breeder behind Light Hill Goldens located in Clever, MO. Each one of our dogs is treated as part of our family; for this reason, we will only breed a limited number of dogs so that we may maintain this family element. Our goal is to raise healthy Golden Retriever puppies with well mannered, balanced temperaments.
Q. & A. with Jill
Why did you start breeding?
We met a responsible breeder who shared about their breeding program and became our mentor. When we heard about their breeding program we became intrigued. We decided this would be something we could do as a family and it would teach our children valuable lessons about responsibility.
What makes your program special?
The family aspect of it makes us unique. Each litter is raised in our home and the puppies are used to being a part of our family from the time they open their eyes until the time they go home to their families. We are sad when the time comes for each puppy to leave, but love to see the joy they bring to their families.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Light Hill Jasmine
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Jill
Jill 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 $1,500 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“$100 to hold your place on a waitlist
$500 once puppies are born.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jill 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 Jill 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 Jill directly.
Light Hill 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Light Hill 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.
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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Brucellosis
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.
Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Animal Genetics 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).