Southern Golden Retrievers

SGR

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Grand Terrace, CA
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm SGR, the breeder behind Southern Golden Retrievers located in Grand Terrace, CA. As dedicated breeders, we prioritize exceptional health, temperament, and personality in every puppy. Our dogs are cherished members of our family, and we take great care in selecting healthy, well-tempered parents, ensuring proper socialization, and providing top-quality daily care. We are committed to placing each puppy in a loving home, ensuring a seamless and joyful experience for both the puppy and their new family.

Q. & A. with SGR

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Over 40 years ago, my mother was a fancier of Retrievers and Rottweilers, and I had the joy of growing up in a home full of dogs—a "happy chaos" that shaped my life. As a teenager, I stepped into the show ring, competing alongside some incredible handlers. Today, my passion for dogs, especially Goldens, remains as vibrant as ever!

  • What makes your program special?

    I am dedicated to producing well-balanced puppies that excel in any environment and can take on any role, from family companions to service animals. With service dogs holding a special place in my heart -my son with his disabilities—I begin every puppy’s journey with Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), combining Puppy Culture, Avidog, BABs, and techniques I've developed from working with our own service dogs. While we cannot guarantee your puppy will become a service animal, we ensure they are on the right path, giving you a strong head start for their future.

  • 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 SGR

SGR 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.

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 between $30 - $5,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes a well-bred, well-balanced Golden Retriever puppy with pedigree, health guarantee, vaccinations, deworming, puppy socialization, crate conditioning, early potty training, a vet check and clearance, and much more! A 30% "Holding Fee" is required to reserve your spot for a current litter. As always, any fee, deposit, or payment made will be applied directly toward the total purchase price of your puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

SGR 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 SGR 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 SGR directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Grand Terrace, CA

2220 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Ontario Airport

2235 miles away

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Meet in Canton, GA

511 miles away

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More about SGR

  • Club memberships

    SGR is a member of Golden Retriever Club of America and Golden Retriever Club of San Diego County.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    BadAss Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Puppy Culture Breeder, Avidog Associate, Royal Canin Crown Breeder.

  • SGR has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    SGR was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

SGR is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Southern Golden Retrievers 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Southern Golden Retrievers 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), DNA Profile

    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.

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