Silver Morning Farm

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April B.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Silverton, OR
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Meet the breeder

I'm April B., the breeder behind Silver Morning Farm located in Silverton, OR. Puppies raised in a family farm environment with children. Our goal is to provide a premium family pet that is physically and socially healthy. They will be introduced to basic manners, potty training, crate and leash experience, and the outdoors. PLEASE NOTE: *PROOF of Spay/neuter required by new owner before puppy turns 24 months old *Not sold as breeding prospects.

Q. & A. with April

  • Why did you start breeding?

    As a means to encourage our children to understand economics while doing something they love, we decided to begin breeding labrador retrievers. Then we fell in love with the Golden retriever breed, how wonderful they are with children, how much they love to be around people, and how intelligent they are. The English cream coloring is our favorite, and we are excited to share this breed with others.

  • What makes your program special?

    We understand the importance of potential; each day puppies get one on one time, as if they were with their own family, to be on the leash, to have simple and consistent training opportunities, and interraction with real life experiences. They spend time outside, around every day noises such as the lawnmower, leaf blower, other animals, and at the creek for water time. We also invite the puppies into the home so they have the opportunity to learn how to use a potty pad inside. There are two different crates inside their kennel so they have the opportunity to experience having crate time. Our goal is to send a puppy to their new home with confidence facing new experiences.

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

    Our puppies are 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 April

April has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

April partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 8 weeks old.

“Matching is best done with physical interaction between dog and potential match. We invite you to meet the puppies and spend the needed time to get to know them and experience their different personalities in order to be placed with the best fit .”

Price

Puppy prices include a $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“NOTE: Puppies NOT sold as as breeding prospects: Proof of spay/neuter required. Price includes: AKC Litter pedigree chart, first veterinarian checkup, 1st and 2nd vaccinations, deworming, flea/tick treatment, Puppy package, and puppies coming from a healthy, loving environment.”

Contract & health guarantee

April 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 April 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 April 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
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Food & treats
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Silverton, OR

5249 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Portland Airport

5210 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

April can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about April

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • April has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year

    April was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • April’s links

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April is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Silver Morning Farm 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

Silver Morning Farm 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, 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).

Verified owner stories

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

  • Shari S.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    April is so organized and helpful in "puppy". We stopped at a Wilco to pick up puppy things and the vet tech was there and recognized Tilly. She said April is a good breeder. I agree. We love our Tilly pup!

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