I'm ROYAL T., the breeder behind Twin River Goldens located in Lewiston, ID. We raise our dogs with love in our home. We have high expectations for our pups and strive to put each one into a loving family. Our puppies are healthy, versatile, beloved companions. We're passionate about raising well-rounded pups who will excel in any adventure with their new families. We're passionate, responsible breeders who truly love our dogs and what we do.
Q. & A. with ROYAL
Why did you start breeding?
Our youngest animal-loving daughter approached us a few years ago and proposed breeding as a good way to build up her college fund. After a lot of research and prayer, we decided to go with Golden Retrievers and have never regretted it as they are the best dogs! She was able to pay for college herself and has lasting memories from her breeding days. Having kept a female pup from her first litter, we are now continuing breeding for our other children's college funds.
What makes your program special?
We give endless attention and love to all of our pups. We provide basic training for each pup, including swimming lessons. We make sure to give them plenty of opportunities to run, play, and socialize with humans of all ages. We take the home placement of our Golden puppies very seriously and screen each client to make sure it's a good home and family environment for our pup.
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.
Girl 3 - GREEN
Went home
Female
Boy 3 - BLACK
Went home
Male
Dino
Went home
Male
Balou (Lou)
Went home
Male
Idli
Went home
Male
Buster
Went home
Male
Peaches
Went home
Female
Kanina
Went home
Female
Gracie Lynn
Went home
Female
Della
Went home
Female
River
Went home
Female
Rex
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from ROYAL
ROYAL 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 between $1,800 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, and basic puppy training and socialization. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of color, gender, or size. They are sold with limited registration and are not breedable. Proof of spay/neutering is required.”
Contract & health guarantee
ROYAL 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 ROYAL 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 ROYAL directly.
Twin River 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
Tsuki, mom
Golden Retriever
About Tsuki
Tsuki is a gorgeous, cream-colored golden with a beautiful temperament. She comes from a long line of bird and hunting skills and absolutely loves to be in the water! She is the gentlest dog with people of all ages and is patient and a perfect mom to her pups. She is loyal and tender but also LOVES to play fetch and pool games with the family. She's seriously the perfect dog!
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Twin River 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 (rDVM, not registered), Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), 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 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 Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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 (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with ROYAL to bring home their puppies.
Emily C.
Verified owner · Sept. 2022
We were allowed to come to see the puppy within the means of agreed time that worked best for both. The puppies were always clean and ready for us to see. They asked us questions and asked us if we had any questions. I would love to have another dog from them in the future.