Solari Kennels
- Pekin, IL
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned Golden Retriever litter
Due Feb. 2026
Ready Apr. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Tori C., the breeder behind Solari Kennels located in Pekin, IL. We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love! We are dog lovers through and through! Our pups are such an important part of our lives, and we can’t imagine being without them. It’s an amazing experience as breeders to provide others with puppies that we know will bring them the same joy!
Q. & A. with Tori
Why did you start breeding?
My love for golden retrievers started back in 2020 when I first brought home out in house male Chevy. Chevy is a dream dog, so easily trainable, people pleasing, quick learner. His breeder started mentoring me giving me a good foot to start off breeding.What makes your program special?
At Solari Kennels, we focus on health, temperament, and structure. Every dog is fully health tested and earns titles before breeding. Our dedication has produced 6 service dogs, 1 search & rescue, and 3 therapy dogs, changing lives 1 family at a time🐾What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Golden Retriever puppies include dark golden and golden. Saluki puppies include chocolate and tan, black and tan, black and silver, cream, red, and black tan and white. 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.
Sequoia
Went homeFemale
Champ
Went homeMale
Runt boy
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 8
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Baby boy
ReservedMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 7
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Whiskey
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Whiskey
Went homeMale
Blue boy
Went homeMale
Pink Girl
Went homeFemale
Yellow Girl
Went homeFemale
Teal Girl
Went homeFemale
Coral Girl
Went homeFemale
Orange Boy
Went homeMale
Purple Girl
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Tori
Tori 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 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price depends on the breed, the health tests, and titles the parents have.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tori 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 Tori 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 Tori directly.
Always communicate and pay on Good Dog.Learn more
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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tori.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Pekin, IL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at General Downing-Peoria Airport
Meet in St. Louis, MO
More about Tori
Tori has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Tori was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Tori’s links
Tori is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Solari Kennels 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
Litter and program updates
Tori C.
Litter update on 12 Aug. •One week update! A healthy golden bunch❤️
Chevy and Tipsy's litter
Parent dogs
Charlie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Charlie
Charlie is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tori decided to make her part of their program. Tori 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.
Athena, mom
Golden Retriever
About Athena
Athena is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tori decided to make her part of their program. Tori 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +4 more.Tipsy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Tipsy
Tipsy is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tori decided to make her part of their program. Tori 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.
Uploaded health tests
PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +4 more.Chevy, dad
Golden Retriever
About Chevy
Chevy is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tori decided to make him part of their program. Tori 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.
Good health testing
PRA, Golden Retriever 1, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +5 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Solari Kennels 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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 (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 2, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, DNA Disease Panel, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2
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).
