Sadie Lane Family Goldens

Michael D.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Carmichael, CA

Meet the breeder

I'm Michael D., the breeder behind Sadie Lane Family Goldens located in Carmichael, CA. Our family has been raising golden retrievers for about 20 years. We're a small, hobby breeder and own 3 goldens. We love the breed and our puppies are raised in our home with utmost care using the acclaimed Puppy Culture protocols. We use OFA certifications for elbows, heart, & eyes, and Penn-Hip for hips. Our breeding dogs are all currently 100% clear on Paw Print Genetics. To inquire about puppy availability or if we can answer any questions, feel free contact us anytime or fill out a puppy application.

Q. & A. with Michael

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We have always loved golden retrievers and find fulfillment in our small breeding program. At the heart of every breeder is the call to 'improve the breed' which we endeavor to do. We greatly enjoy the journey and focus on outstanding temperament and health in our parent dogs. We are passionate about goldens and feel privileged to provide happy, healthy puppies for families.
  • What makes your program special?

    We are a small, family hobby breeder. Our goal is to produce healthy, loving dogs, and we strive to prepare all our Golden Retrievers to excel in their forever homes as service dogs or family companions. Five current offspring are presently certified service animals. We carefully screen all applicants and strive to place each puppy in an enriching and loving home.
  • 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Michael

Michael 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 $2,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Prices may fluctuate based on outside, contracted stud fee costs. A deposit will ensure either a male or female puppy for your from this specific litter. Once our waiting list is full, we turn away subsequent applicants, and for that reason the deposit is non-refundable.”

Contract & health guarantee

Michael 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 Michael 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 Michael 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
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michael.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Carmichael, CA

5594 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Sacramento Airport

5598 miles away

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More about Michael

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

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

  • Michael’s links

Michael is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Sadie Lane Family 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

Good level

Sadie Lane Family 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.

  • 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Michael to bring home their puppies.

  • Richard B.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    Everything went smoothly. Michael at Sadie Lane Goldens promptly responded to every contact and provided us with time to meet the litter and choose our puppy, who was delivered healthy and ambitious! The puppy package was very useful and Finnesse has settled into her new home.

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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.