Verona Goldens
- Mesa, AZ
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Expected Golden Retriever litter
Due Nov. 2025
Ready Jan. 24, 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Debra J., the breeder behind Verona Goldens located in Mesa, AZ. My focus is on maintaining breed standards by raising structurally sound and correct puppies with excellent temperaments. I raise all of my dogs with love in my home. I have high expectations for my puppies and make sure to place each one with an enriching and loving family that will match their temperament and personality!
Q. & A. with Debra
Why did you start breeding?
The fulfillment of seeing new puppies born, watching them grow, and helping shape them and train them in preparation for their new forever homes is the most rewarding experience ever! It would be my pleasure to introduce your family to your next Golden Retriever!What makes your program special?
My commitment is to provide you with a professional and friendly puppy-buying experience, and that includes always having responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming my puppies.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.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Miss Happy (aka) Molly
Went homeFemale
Molly
Went homeFemale
Blue
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Debra
Debra 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This includes a health guarantee, litter AKC registration, first shots, deworming, a microchip, puppy socialization. All our puppies are the same price regardless of sex or color. Price includes a microchip, health guarantee for 1 year, first round of vaccines.”
Contract & health guarantee
Debra 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 Debra 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 Debra 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
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Microchip
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Debra.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Mesa, AZ
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport (formerly Williams AFB)
Flexible meeting point
Debra can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Debra
Debra has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Debra was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Debra is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Verona 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
Litter and program updates
Debra J.
Litter update on 04 Nov. •We unfortunately lost 2 girls yesterday. Soft pallets prevented them from nursing. It was very sad.
Teddy and Lizzie's litter
Debra J.
Program update on 02 Nov. •…Lizzie delivered 7 puppies this morning. Everyone is healthy and doing excellent. There are 4 girls and 3 boys. One boy is already reserved. More photos to follow.
Parent dogs
Reilly, dad
Golden Retriever
About Reilly
Reilly is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Debra decided to make him part of their program. Debra 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.
Lizzie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Lizzie
Lizzie is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Debra decided to make her part of their program. Debra 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.
Uploaded health tests
DNA Profile.
Parent health testing
Verona 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.
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.
Full Embark Panel, 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).
