Miller Retrievers
Meet the breeder
I'm Stefanie M., the breeder behind Miller Retrievers located in South Carolina. We love this breed and the experience of having litters! Our mission is to raise pups that are set to become the best companions. We raise our litters in our home to help set the foundation for happy and confident puppies to transition well into their forever homes. It’s a privilege to have the opportunity to make an impact on each individual puppy!
Q. & A. with Stefanie
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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Black Boy
Went homeFemale
Gray Girl
Went homeFemale
Yellow Boy
Went homeFemale
Pink Girl
Went homeMale
Aqua Girl
Went homeFemale
Brown Girl
Went homeFemale
Purple Girl
Went homeFemale
Red Girl
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Stefanie
Stefanie 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 $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes prepaid AKC registration fees, early vaccinations, deworming if needed, puppy socialization, and introduction to loud noises, water, and fowl. $1,000 is due to hold spot and the remaining $1,000 is due two weeks prior to pick up.”
Contract & health guarantee
Stefanie 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 Stefanie 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 Stefanie 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Stefanie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in South Carolina
4489 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
4457 miles away
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More about Stefanie
Stefanie has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Stefanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Stefanie’s links
Stefanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Miller 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
Cooper, dad
Golden Retriever
About Cooper
Cooper is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Stefanie decided to make him part of their program. Stefanie 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.
Stella, mom
Golden Retriever
About Stella
Stella is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Stefanie decided to make her part of their program. Stefanie 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Miller 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 Golden Retrievers.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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 (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.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type
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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
