Riverstone Goldens

Samantha S.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

Upcoming litters

Jasper
Lake

Expected Golden Retriever litter

Due June 2024

Ready July 30, 2024

Meet the breeder

I'm Samantha S., the breeder behind Riverstone Goldens located in Easton, PA. Our love for this breed led us to compete, hunt, and show their amazing talents through a number of various outlets. They've received many titles to go along with their health clearances and excellent demeanor. Our Goldens are the perfect addition to any loving home and we love sharing them with others.

Q. & A. with Samantha

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My first golden retriever passed away before two years old from a disease called mega esophagus. His was genetic and took so many opportunities away from him. I did everything I could to save him, but in the end he still suffered and passed away in my arms. His “breeder” never responded or cared when I reached out. This experience drove my desire to be the breeder I am today. Producing healthy pups and being a lifetime support system for my buyers.

  • What makes your program special?

    Puppies are raised with a program called AviDog which includes Early Neurological Stimulation and Early Scent Introductions. These programs help socialize, expose to gentle stressors, develop problem solving and adaptation skills, as well as build confidence. There are also studies that show improved health benefits as well such as improved immune response and circulation. All my puppies are started on potty and crate training. Puppies are dewormed at 2,4,6, and 8 weeks of age. Nomographs are done on my moms to determine how much antibodies the puppies receive and when the best time to vaccinate them is. This helps ensure the vaccines given are effective as well as helps us prevent over vaccinations. Puppies are taken to my vet before they go home to receive their first vaccine and health certificates. At pickup, new families receive custom bags with toys, poop bags, a bag of food they are currently on and a binder. Inside the binder is a copy of my contract, a copy of the nomograph, a vaccine schedule, training tips, grooming supplies and tips, coupons and much more.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies are golden. Colors 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.

Getting a puppy from Samantha

Samantha 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 between $2,500 - $4,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes AKC registration, health guarantee, first vet check and distemper vaccine, health certificate, puppy go home backpack with goodies, and lifetime support from me. All puppies are the same price regardless of sex or color. Deposits reserve your spot for a puppy; not a specific puppy. I match pups with families based on their temperaments. Deposits are always returned if the available puppies do not match your lifestyle.”

Contract & health guarantee

Samantha 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 Samantha 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 Samantha 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 Samantha.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Easton, PA

3904 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Lehigh Valley Airport (was Allentown–Bethlehem–Easton Airport)

3914 miles away

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More about Samantha

  • Club memberships

    Samantha is a member of Allentown Dog Training Club, Keystone Retriever Club, Garden State Golden Retriever Club, and Golden Retriever Club of America.

  • Samantha has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Samantha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Samantha’s links

Samantha is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Riverstone 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Riverstone 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 2, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 1, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 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).

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.