



I'm Mikaela N., the breeder behind North Country Goldens located in Princeton, MN. We raise our puppies with total care and attention so they can become well-socialized and loving additions to their forever homes. It’s important to us that we continue to improve our program and share our knowledge with our buyer families. We want to better the breed through thorough health testing and selective breeding decisions.

Where do your breeding dogs live?

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Able
Male

Dad
Male

Girl 2
Female

Girl 1
Female

Last years litter puppy
Male

Luna and Rory the MOMs
Male

Past puppy litters. Tried to get a giant family picture.
Male

Last puppy staying with us last year before she went to her furever home.
Male

Vet appointment for last years litter. Shots are never fun but they have each other for support
Male

Boy 1
Male

Past litter of puppies
Female

2019 litter of Puppies
Female

Past puppy get together
Female

Lunas sister Rory at 4 Months
Female

Hot pink
Female

Black
Male

Brown
Male

Orange
Male

Grey
Female

Green
Male
Mikaela 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Mikaela partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“Our price includes AKC Limited Registration Papers, Dewclaw removal, Microchip, Deworming, and 1st round of Vaccinations.”
Mikaela 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 Mikaela 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 Mikaela directly.
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You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mikaela.
Meet in Princeton, MN
4359 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Mikaela can meet at a location that works for both of you
Mikaela has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Mikaela was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Mikaela’s links

North Country Goldens meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

Golden Retriever
About Arro
Arro is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mikaela decided to make her part of their program. Mikaela 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.

Golden Retriever
About Luna
Luna is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mikaela decided to make her part of their program. Mikaela 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.
Good level
North Country 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
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).