Sterling Valleys Goldens and Aussies

Melinda S.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

Meet the breeder

I'm Melinda S., the breeder behind Sterling Valleys Goldens and Aussies located in Carmel, IN. We strive to involve our puppy families in our process as much as possible. To help with this, we live stream our puppies from the moment they’re born to the day they go home! This helps let you into our home to see the interaction, playtime, environment, and care all of our dogs are receiving.

Q. & A. with Melinda

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We wanted to provide puppies with good homes. We also are educating our children on the importance of health testing and screening to find the perfect match for our girls.

  • What makes your program special?

    We live stream everything and provide full transparency!

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

    Our puppies are 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 Melinda

Melinda 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 a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Every Puppy Goes home with: AVID Microchip AKC Limited Registration (Fees Paid) ASCA registration paperwork Health Records 3 day supply Puppy food. Treats Collar Toys . When you submit a contract and deposit for a puppy, you must select whether you want a male or female. The order in which contracts and deposits are submitted determine the order of puppy selection.”

Contract & health guarantee

Melinda 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 Melinda 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 Melinda 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
    • 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 Melinda.

Breeder's location

Meet in Carmel, IN

4363 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Indianapolis Airport

4381 miles away

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More about Melinda

  • Club memberships

    Melinda is a member of Central Indiana Kennel Club, Golden Retriever Club of America, Central Indiana Kennel Club, United Kennel Club, American Kennel Club, UKC, and Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Licensed Veterinary Technician.

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

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

  • Melinda’s links

Melinda is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Sterling Valleys Goldens and Aussies 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

All breeds

Golden Retriever

Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Sterling Valleys Goldens and Aussies 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.

  • PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), Golden Retriever Type, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Golden Retriever Type, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Cone Degeneration, 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.