I'm JACKIE P., the breeder behind Third Coast Goldens located in Benton Harbor, MI. We specialize in breeding and raising these magnificent companions with utmost care and dedication to health and temperament of each puppy. Our home offers a nurturing environment where our Golden Retrievers thrive, flourish and are a testament to the love and care they receive from day one.
Q. & A. with JACKIE
Why did you start breeding?
We Fell in love with our first Golden Retriever and decided to add another to our family and breed them a few times. After just one litter we completely fell in love and knew that this was what we wanted to do! We have learned so much since that first litter and our passions just keeps growing!
What makes your program special?
We take great pride in our breeding process, which starts with carefully selecting our breeding pairs. We do not kennel our dogs. All of our dogs live in our home with us getting individual attention every day. All litters are born and raised in our home until adopted, this is a big part of the socialization and getting puppies used to household sounds.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our 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.
Getting a puppy from JACKIE
JACKIE 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 $200 refundable deposit and $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Deposit reserves a puppy and is taken off the total cost of the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
JACKIE 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 JACKIE 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 JACKIE directly.
Third Coast 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
Birdie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Birdie
Birdie is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, JACKIE decided to make her part of their program. JACKIE 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.
Rudy, dad
Golden Retriever
About Rudy
Rudy is a male Golden Retriever about 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, JACKIE decided to make him part of their program. JACKIE 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
Good level
Third Coast 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.