Riverside Goldens
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Meet the breeder
I'm Julie H., the breeder behind Riverside Goldens located in Highland, CA. At Riverside Goldens, we believe a Golden Retriever should be more than just a dog — they should be a lifelong companion, a source of comfort, and a joyful presence in your home. That’s why we’ve dedicated ourselves to raising puppies who are not only beautiful, but also healthy, happy, and ready to become part of your family. From the very beginning, we do everything we can to give our pups the best start in life. That means carefully selecting our breeding dogs for excellent health, sound structure, and gentle temperament. It means thorough health testing, thoughtful nutrition, and early care that lays the foundation for strong bodies and resilient immune systems. It also means socializing our puppies in a loving environment, so they grow up confident, curious, and eager to bond with their new families. We know that bringing a puppy home is not just a decision — it’s a dream, an investment, and a promise. Our goal is to honor that promise by raising Golden Retrievers who embody the very best of the breed: loyalty, intelligence, and an endless capacity for love. Whether you’re looking for a gentle playmate for your children, a devoted partner for your adventures, or simply a warm-hearted friend to brighten your days, you’ll find your match here at Riverside Goldens. Because when you welcome a Riverside Golden into your life, you’re not just getting a puppy — you’re gaining a healthy, happy family member who will bring joy for years to come.
Q. & A. with Julie
Why did you start breeding?
We are life-long dog lovers and have never been without multiple dogs in our home. As our dogs aged and we were ready to bring younger dogs into our home, we were surprised by the lack of healthy, fully health-tested dogs there were. We knew then that we could help others obtain ethically bred healthy dogs, and began our months-long nationwide search that resulted in our foundation Goldens.What makes your program special?
With the goal of creating the HEALTHIEST puppies possible, we searched nationwide for several months before selecting our breeding dogs. We are giving you the best foundation, with generations of passing OFA scores, clear genetic health panels, excellent temperaments, and a low COI. We are also active in dog sports, titling our dogs in areas that showcase their trainability and temperament. Additionally, we do ENS & ESI to provide your puppy with a firm foundation upon which you can take any direction.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include dark golden, golden, and light golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Julie
Julie 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
Connect with Julie to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Julie 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 Julie 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 Julie 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 Julie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Highland, CA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Los Angeles Airport
More about Julie
Julie has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months
Julie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
JH
Julie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Riverside 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Riverside 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.
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, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, 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).
