Splish Splash Goldens LLC & Trusted Ridge Homestead LLC

Nichole L.

Breeder of Colorado Mountain Dogs and Golden Retrievers

  • Peyton, CO ·
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  • 100% recommend •

Upcoming litters

Buck
Bacardi

Colorado Mountain Dog litter

Expected Nov. 2026

Ready Jan. 1, 2027
Dug
Sydney

Golden Retriever litter

Planned Dec. 2026

Ready Feb. 2027

Meet the breeder

I'm Nichole L., the breeder behind Splish Splash Goldens LLC & Trusted Ridge Homestead LLC located in Peyton, CO. At Splish Splash Goldens LLC & Trusted Ridge Homestead LLC, we breed for outstanding temperaments and great health. We also strive for longevity in the breed. We are dedicated to providing our puppy families a confident and intelligent puppy.

Q. & A. with Nichole

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Our first golden girl is what started our journey! She was so fantastic with our young family, passed all her clearances so we decided to give it a go and base our whole golden retriever program off her! We have gotten into Colorado Mountain Dogs because we live in the prairie with lots of critters and we wanted a guardian dog that would protect our livestock from the critters/be good family dogs.

  • What makes your program special?

    We make sure our breeding dogs have seen the vet before breeding. We have a contract for you to read over, you will then place a non-refundable deposit, which secures your spot on our waiting list. After the deposit is placed, you will sign the contract and you will receive a receipt of your deposit. We provide frequent updates with pictures and videos.

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

    Our Colorado Mountain Dog puppies include white, tan, brindle, and badger. Golden Retriever 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 Nichole

Nichole 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.

Nichole 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 7 weeks old.

“We carefully match each puppy with the right family based on temperament, lifestyle, and preferences. Matching begins at 7 weeks of age, once we can better evaluate each puppy’s personality. Families are selected in waitlist order, but we reserve the right to guide placements to ensure the best fit for both the puppy and the home. Our goal is to place every puppy in a loving, suitable environment where they will thrive.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $800 non-refundable deposit that secures a spot on the general waitlist. The remaining $2,000 - $2,700 is due before pickup, plus applicable taxes and fees.
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“Your puppy is sent home with a full grooming, a puppy bag that includes: AKC papers, vet records, toy, treat, blanket, new collar, harness and leash and lifetime support as your breeder! You will place a non-refundable deposit. We offer a flexible payment plan with Klarna! This secures your spot on our waiting list and goes towards the cost of your puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Nichole 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 Nichole 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 Nichole 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
      • 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
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Peyton, CO

5065 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at City of Colorado Springs Airport

5084 miles away

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More about Nichole

  • Certifications & recognitions

    American Kennel Club Canine College, Professional Groomer, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Nichole has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Nichole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Nichole’s links

Nichole is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Splish Splash Goldens LLC & Trusted Ridge Homestead LLC 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

All breeds

Golden Retriever

Colorado Mountain Dog

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Splish Splash Goldens LLC & Trusted Ridge Homestead LLC 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 (Preliminary), 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 (Preliminary), 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.

  • PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type, DNA Disease Panel

    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 Nichole to bring home their puppies.

  • Brooke P.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    Our experience with Nicole was great!

  • Analise P.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    Nichole was absolutely wonderful throughout the entire process. From the start to after getting our wonderful puppy. I’m so thankful for finding this place and being able to give our pup a forever home. Let me say, Senua(our puppy) is the most well behaved puppy I have ever met or owned. She was confident and happy with her new home, is doing absolutely amazing with her crate training and just in general. She is so smart and already listens so well. Is doing awesome on walks and meeting new people on walk (safely of course). You can definitely see how her wonderful upbringing has contributed and sculpted her already. And not to mention the other thing, such as health and vet visits. She had all her vaccines and meds that she could have before she came home with us, Nichole was super informat about her needs when I asked what would make her comfortable for coming home, her next vet visit, her medication and is incredibly responsive if there is a concern. Overall I am so thankful I found them and so grateful our wonderful pup had such a beautiful start to life

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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.

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.