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Paradise Gold Golden Retrievers
Meet the breeder
I'm James E., the breeder behind Paradise Gold Golden Retrievers located in Griffin, GA. We started off training obedience and showing obedience so breeding was a natural next step and we adore our dogs and their pups! We work hard to breed the best dogs possible using good bloodlines and health-tested dogs. We follow all appropriate steps to raising well-socialized puppies.
Q. & A. with James
Why did you start breeding?
With a couple of mentors from the golden retriever community, I had my first litter in Dec 23.What makes your program special?
I breed to have a well rounded, well socialized Golden Retriever that parents have been tested and DNA clearances done. The goal is to produce great dogs for owners to enjoy, whether they are show, performance or pet homes.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from James
James 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 $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes an AKC registration, first vaccinations, microchip, and wellness exam before leaving. All of our puppies are the same price, whether show or pet home. The only way deposit is refundable if we don't have the sex you wanted. We pick all puppies for owners.”
Contract & health guarantee
James 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 James 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 James 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from James.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Griffin, GA
548 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta Airport
537 miles away
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More about James
Club memberships
James is a member of Macon Kennel Club and Golden Retriever Club of America.
James has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months
James was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
James’s links
James is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Paradise Gold Golden 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
Haley, mom
Golden Retriever
About Haley
Well balanced mover and fun loving disposition. She is a champion in the IABCA shows as well.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Paradise Gold Golden 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
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
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, 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).
