Sweetwater Goldens
- Rotterdam, NY
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Michelle L., the breeder behind Sweetwater Goldens located in Rotterdam, NY. Our dogs are AKC registered, receive OFA testing, and medical screenings. Puppies are raised in our home using (ENS) Early Neurological Stimulation and are well socialized. Before puppies go to their new homes they will be vet checked, dewormed, and receive their first round of shots. Puppies are sold with an AKC Limited Registration.
Q. & A. with Michelle
What makes your program special?
At Sweetwater Goldens, our dogs receive comprehensive health care, including OFA testing and medical screenings to ensure stron and healthy genetic foundations. All puppies are AKC registered and come with a limited registration. All puppies are raised in our home are loved, handled, and socialized every day so they are well prepared to become cherished members of your family.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.
Getting a puppy from Michelle
Michelle 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Michelle partners with them to find the best puppy match.
Price
“All puppies will be vet checked, receive their first round of vaccinations, and dewormed. Puppies are sold with an AKC Limited Registration,.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle 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
- 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
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michelle.
Breeder's location
Meet in Rotterdam, NY
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Albany Airport
More about Michelle
Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for 2 months
Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Michelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sweetwater 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
Amaris, mom
Golden Retriever
About Amaris
Amaris is a stunning English Cream Golden Retriever with a gentle, loving, and intelligent nature. She has a steady, affectionate temperament that makes her a joy to be around. Amaris thrives on spending time with her people, whether she's playing outdoors, going for hikes, or simply enjoying quiet companionship at home. She is AKC registered and has completed comprehensive medical screenings including OFA testing. PennHIP Score: .27 / .36 Hip: OFA - Excellent Elbows: OFA - Normal Eyes: Normal b/o . Ichthyosis: Clear . Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome: Clear . Degenerative Myelopathy: Clear . Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa: Clear . Muscular Dystrophy: Clear . Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5: Clear . Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA1 variant): Clear . Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA2 variant): Clear . Progressive Retinal Atrophy Type III: Clear
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Sweetwater 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.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type, Vet Wellness Exam
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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
