Straight Creek Retrievers
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Meet the breeder
I'm Linda M., the breeder behind Straight Creek Retrievers located in Whiting, KS. Our breeding dogs are all health tested and we only breed them if they have good results and are clear on important genetic tests. They are primarily our pets, they live in the house with us. When we are away at work we have a heated outside shelter and roomy pen for them so they will be safe, happy and content. We live on our family farm and we enjoy keeping our dogs fit and active.
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
I got my first Golden the year before my youngest daughter graduated so I wouldn't have an empty nest. After that I was hooked on Goldens and our first litter was born in 2013.What makes your program special?
We only have one litter a year so we enjoy our puppies to the fullest. They get plenty of love and attention. They are raised on our home for the full 8 weeks but get to spend some time outside in their own area when weather and schedule allow. Our grandchildren love to visit and play with the puppies. They are very well socialized. We try to make getting a puppy from Straight Creek Retrievers a good experience. Multiple pictures are posted on our web site of each puppy beginning at about 4 weeks of age so you can watch your puppy grow on our site. I am available for questions every evening and weekend. The puppies are litter trained and we being getting them accustomed to being in a crate. They have their first puppy vaccinations and are microchipped when they leave with their new families.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Linda
Linda 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 $300 deposit and $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes dew claw removal, first vaccinations, microchip, worming and food for the first week. If you change your mind about a puppy deposits are refundable once a deposit is received from a new buyer.”
Contract & health guarantee
Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Whiting, KS
4730 miles away
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More about Linda
Linda has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Linda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Linda’s links
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Linda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Straight Creek 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
Parent dogs
Keeper, dad
Golden Retriever
About Keeper
Keeper is a male Golden Retriever about 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Linda decided to make him part of their program. Linda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Jazz, mom
Golden Retriever
About Jazz
Jazz is a female Golden Retriever over 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Linda decided to make her part of their program. Linda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Straight Creek 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.
Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, 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).
