Mattiaci Goldens

Florence J.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Garrison, MT ·

Meet the breeder

I'm Florence J., the breeder behind Mattiaci Goldens located in Garrison, MT. I’m one of the top breeders of AKC Champion health tested Golden Retrievers in the Western Region of the United States and the Number One breeder of AKC Champion health tested golden retrievers in Montana Pet puppies available occasionally to Great homes.

Q. & A. with Florence

  • Why did you start breeding?

    http://www.mattiaci.com/aboutmattiaci.htm

  • What makes your program special?

    I have been showing golden retrievers since 1987 and breed to the standard. Our goldens have consecutive generations of health clearances, which helps minimize the problems in the breed that we do these health clearances for. Since we compete with our dogs and events, we spend a huge amount of time not only just daily living with our dogs and are breeding for a great pet for us, which means great pets for you.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include dark golden, golden, and light 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 Florence

Florence 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

Puppy prices include a $1,000 refundable deposit and between $2,250 - $7,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Pet puppies at 8 weeks of age are $3,000 on AKC limited registration & spay/neuter contract. Good dog ads their referral fee to this for homes. CA homes have additional veterinary fee and veterinary trip costs of $300, for your new state requirements, in addition to the puppy cost. Occasionally have puppies started on training that cost between 3,500-7,500 depending on age & training. Puppies are chosen in order of deposit. We often get multiple inquiries for the same puppy. Once a puppy is paid for, they are no longer available on the site.”

Contract & health guarantee

Florence 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 Florence 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 Florence 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
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Garrison, MT

4898 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Helena Airport

4875 miles away

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Meet in Coeur d'Alene, ID

4942 miles away

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More about Florence

  • Club memberships

    Florence is a member of Helena Montana Kennel Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Associate Dog Trainer.

  • Florence has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Florence was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Florence’s links

Florence is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Mattiaci 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Mattiaci 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.

  • Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 2, DNA Disease Panel, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, 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 Florence to bring home their puppies.

  • Alice T.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

      • +4

    We are a few weeks in and couldn't be happier with our new pup Chance! Florence was very helpful throughout the process and kept us regularly updated, and was able to transport the puppy to us, which was incredibly helpful. So far he seems to be adjusting very well, which is a testament to how he was raised and cared for. Thank you!

    Rose M.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Florence was absolutely incredible and was able to make my Christmas miracle surprise all possible within 36 hour notice! I believe all things happen for a reason and our puppy Rookie is absolutely a dream come true! Florence had incredible communication, great information and was a pleasure to work with. Made me feel SO comfortable and confident! She went above and beyond and I will forever be thankful for our newest addition to our family. I am in love with our perfect pup!

  • amy f.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    Florence has made the experience of getting our pup quite easy. She is fast to respond, very knowledgeable about Goldens and a great communicator. Florence shared all records and has been helpful with recommendations whenever we’ve had questions. She is reliable and has earned our trust. Our girl Luna is as sweet as can be. She’s taking a nap right next to me now. We are becoming fast friends. Thanks Florence for bringing so much love into our home!

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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.

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.

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.