Southern Utah Goldens

Marsha N.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

Meet the breeder

I'm Marsha N., the breeder behind Southern Utah Goldens located in St. George, UT. We breed for sweet and connected temperaments, longevity, and health. Our puppies are LOVING and SUPER CUDDLY! They know commands sit, stay, and kisses and don’t nip at hands and feet. We use the rule of 7 introducing them to 7 surfaces, fear triggers/people/environments etc.

Q. & A. with Marsha

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We wanted something our whole family could be involved in at some level. When we found European Cream Golden Retrievers, we knew we had found what we wanted to do. It has worked out very well for our family and has united us as a family. We love what we do!

  • What makes your program special?

    We all work together to make sure every dog is happy and healthy! We focus on the family and home environment and socialize the puppies and acquaint them with the sounds and people of a busy household. We do early training and handling so the puppies are very well adjusted to every environement and challenge that they would face in their new home ie vacuums, fans, hair driers, yard equipment etc.

  • 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 and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Marsha

Marsha 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 refundable deposit and $3,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Our puppies sell for $3900 M/F. (Occasionally, we have dogs retiring from our breeding program. We also have guardian dogs to approved homes.) $500 deposit is required to hold your reservation spot. We require a $500 deposit to hold your puppy. This will be a request through GoodDog. Once we receive your deposit, the puppy will be held for you until you make the final payment.”

Contract & health guarantee

Marsha 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 Marsha 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 Marsha 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
      • Socialized in new places
    • 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 Marsha.

Breeder’s location

Meet in St. George, UT

5457 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Harry Reid Airport

5569 miles away

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Meet in Salt Lake City, UT

5202 miles away

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More about Marsha

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified.

  • Marsha has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Marsha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Marsha’s links

Marsha is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Southern Utah 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

Southern Utah 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.

  • Canine Good Citizen (CGC)

    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.

  • OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, Animal Genetics Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 2 (NCL2)

    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.