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Renegade Retrievers of the North
Meet the breeder
I'm Erika B., the breeder behind Renegade Retrievers of the North located in Grand Rapids, MN. We produce family (and veterinarian) raised Goldendoodles with a focus on temperament, health, and hunting ability. Our dogs are raised in our home and we spend hours with them each day to encourage confident pups. We are located on the border of MN and Ontario, our dogs are raised in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise.
Q. & A. with Erika
Why did you start breeding?
Our dogs have brought so much enjoyment into our lives, even comforting our foster kids by sleeping with them from night one, we decided we wanted to raise what we see as the perfect dog for the outdoorsy/hunting family.What makes your program special?
We raise only 1 litter a year in our homes, where they are showered with attention and exposed to a variety of stimulation (sights, sounds, etc), as a well-rounded puppy helps ensure a well-rounded adult.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are standard size. Sizes 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.
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 7
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 8
Went homeFemale
Girl 7
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Erika
Erika 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 refundable deposit and $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All of our pups are the same price and we ask for a $500 reservation fee which is applied to the price at pick up.”
Contract & health guarantee
Erika 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 Erika 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 Erika 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 Erika.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Grand Rapids, MN
4276 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Bemidji Airport
4309 miles away
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More about Erika
Certifications & recognitions
Licensed Veterinarian.
Erika has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Erika was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Erika is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Renegade Retrievers of the North 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
Lota, mom
Poodle
About Lota
Lota is an exceptional dog who makes our family complete. Always eager for any adventure yet quick to relax in the house. With keen observation skills and an eagerness to please, her love to hunt is palpable. Upland birds are her favorite, but she would never turn down a duck. She enjoys boat rides and fishing, and will even tolerate long snowmobile rides to chase trout. Island camping is her favorite summer time activity as nearly all of her hobbies and her cherished people time are combined in one activity. Her intelligence is top-notch, and my husband jokes that if they sold her shotgun shells, he would be the one getting the birds! She has the perfect balance of get up and go and sit back and relax. There isn't a thing we would change about her!
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Renegade Retrievers of the North 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 Goldendoodles.
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.
Full Embark 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).
