Morning Sky Goldens
- Wallingford, PA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Catherine G., the breeder behind Morning Sky Goldens located in Wallingford, PA. We focus on intentional breeding so that we can produce quality puppies that are excellent representations of the standard. We do all that we can to give our puppies the best start including proper health care, extensive socialization (AviDog, Puppy Culture), and finding them each wonderful, loving homes. Competition and pet homes will be considered. Working service dogs, hunt training, obedience, and breed ring show dogs. Most importantly, beloved household pets.
Q. & A. with Catherine
Why did you start breeding?
I first bred golden retrievers, beginning back in the 1980’s as teenager. The pick puppy from this breeding went to a close friend who continued to build upon the lines. I have been blessed with wonderful mentors and excellent resources. I returned to breeding due to an interest in seeing purebred golden retrievers and kooikerhondje continue to thrive. There is a need for ethically bred dogs, with an eye to health, temperament, and conformation.What makes your program special?
Preservation breeding focused on health, temperament, and true golden retriever characteristics. Breeding is a science, an art, and the willingness to continually learn. My goal is to improve upon each generation. Puppies are raised in my home, with introduction to scent, textures, noise, and lots of socialization. My breeding program focuses on excellent temperament, high standards for health testing, and matching potential owners to puppies who are a good fit for their lifestyle and goals.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Catherine
Catherine 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 $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC limited registration, microchip, recommended vaccinations, and veterinary health check. Full AKC registration will be considered for show homes. Deposits are requested once the puppies are a few weeks old.”
Contract & health guarantee
Catherine 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 Catherine 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 Catherine 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Catherine.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Wallingford, PA
3945 miles away
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More about Catherine
Club memberships
Catherine is a member of Lenape Golden Retriever Club and Golden Retriever Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Agility Trial Trainer, Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit, CHIC Certified, Avidog Associate.
Catherine has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Catherine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Catherine is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Morning Sky 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
Lyra, mom
Golden Retriever
About Lyra
Lyra is an all round golden retriever, having titled in Rally, Hunt tests, and agility. She is a beautiful golden, with a snuggly demeanor. She is an easy house dog who is ready to play or curl up by the hearth.
Excellent health testing
PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +9 more.
Karma, mom
Golden Retriever
About Karma
Karma is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Catherine decided to make her part of their program. Catherine 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.
Wendy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Wendy
Wendy is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Catherine decided to make her part of their program. Catherine 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
Golden Retriever
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Morning Sky 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, 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).
