I'm Sammy T., the breeder behind Star English Cream Goldens located in Jacksonville, NC. Every puppy we raise is adored as part of our family from birth. Our puppies will complete your home, your family, and your heart! We have developed several protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all of our dogs. It’s our top priority to make sure each of our puppy families welcomes a happy and healthy new family member into their homes!

Why did you start breeding?
Where do your breeding dogs live?

Sammy 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.

Sammy 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 Sammy 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 Sammy directly.
When you pay and communicate on Good Dog, you’re covered by Payment Protection.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sammy.
Meet in Jacksonville, NC
Meet at Wilmington Airport
Sammy has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year
Sammy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Sammy’s links

Star English Cream Goldens meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

Sammy T.
Gray enjoying some one on one time


TEDDY and CC's litter

Sammy T.



TEDDY and CC's litter

Sammy T.


TEDDY and CC's litter

Sammy T.
Morning time, puppies are so happy.


TEDDY and CC's litter

Sammy T.
Helping with yard work.








TEDDY and CC's litter

Golden Retriever
About CC
Cotton Candy was handpicked from our last litter to stay with us due to her exceptional intelligence and temperament. She is an affectionate and people-oriented girl who thrives on companionship. Eager to please and highly trainable, she comes from a strong pedigree filled with champions, making her an outstanding representative of her breed. OFA HIPS/ELBOW/EYES/DM/NCL/Prcd-PRA/PRA1/PRA2/RDO Embark Ichthyosis, CMS, DMD, NCL 5, COL1A1 Clear
Excellent health testing
Good level
Star English Cream 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), 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).
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.