Riverbend Goldens
- Webster Groves, MO
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Margie W., the breeder behind Riverbend Goldens located in Webster Groves, MO. I am a responsible high-quality Golden Retriever breeder and I also have American Staffordshire Terriers. I breed only OFA cleared dogs. My dogs are bred for their health and temperament. They are wonderful family pets and can perform well in obedience, rally, and conformation.
Q. & A. with Margie
Why did you start breeding?
I wanted to breed health tested dogs and put my knowledge and ambition toward the betterment of my breed. I started doing obedience then got involved with local Golden Club becoming an Officer of the club.What makes your program special?
I am dedicated to putting in my greatest efforts into my program. My dogs are family and they bring so much joy into life. My goal is to create the best family member for future puppy buyers. I have a wonderful puppy who is a resident at an Assisted Living Center-Sandy NLC on Facebook. I have many return buyers.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Margie
Margie 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
"All puppies are the same price, no difference for female/male. All pet puppies must be spayed/neutered by the time they are 18 months old. Do not spay/neuter at early age, they need hormones to fully developed. Deposit is only refundable if the sex you want is not available at whelping."
Contract & health guarantee
Margie 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 Margie 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 Margie directly.
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 Margie.
Breeder's location
Meet in Webster Groves, MO
More about Margie
Club memberships
Margie is a member of Golden Retriever Club of Greater St. Louis and Golden Retriever Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified.
Margie has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Margie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Margie’s links
Margie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Riverbend 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
Callie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Callie
Callie is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Margie decided to make her part of their program. Margie 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
American Staffordshire Terrier
Golden Retriever
Great level
Riverbend 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 American Staffordshire Terriers.
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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).
