VS Golden Fields

Shana M.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Great Falls, MT
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Girl 4

Ready Aug. 15

2 weeks old · Female

Boy 3

Ready Aug. 15

2 weeks old · Male

Nelly

Ready now

6 years old · Female

Upcoming litters

Yeti
Tilly

Expected Golden Retriever litter

Due July 2026

Ready Sept. 14

Meet the breeder

I'm Shana M., the breeder behind VS Golden Fields located in Great Falls, MT. My Golden Retrievers are certainly known for their kind gentle and intelligence. kind expression, pretty dark eyes, and a wagging tail, confidence. A well-bred Golden Retriever is gentle, kind,loving,loyal,happy,confident,and outgoing. We thrive for service work. We start all our pups with ESI & ENS also ESS. We work with our puppies every day.

Q. & A. with Shana

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I started breeding Goldens while I was a vet tech. I kept seeing all these Goldens come in with significant heath problems. So I started my search, for longevity in the lines and as much health testing in the parents I could find. With the goal to increase the health and longevity of Goldens. My jacks we strive for good temperament, good energy with family friendly temperaments.

  • What makes your program special?

    I do extensive health and DNA testing on all my Goldens. We also do testing on my jack russells. We live on a small hobby ranch where my Goldens have the opportunity to experience different types of sounds, animals, ect. I want to improve the health of the golden retriever.

  • 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Shana

Shana 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.

Shana partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.

“We have been working with service dog trainers for over 9 years now. We have developed a system that works for us. through many different programs. I take the puppy's to a friends house at 51 days of age. Puppies do not start to get an adult brain tell 49-52 days of age. So they are in a new place, with a strange person. After all this we go back home. I lay out all the families and the puppies and start to line up the pups strengths and weaknesses with the home that will best suite everyone's best interest. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,800 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes $500 deposit. . Deposit goes toward the purchase price of puppy. AKC registration, toy, ball, blanket with mom and sibling scent... once your application is accepted, you will place 100 holding fee. this is part of the 500 deposit. Once the female you would like a baby out of has her litter. If there are enough babies for everyone on her list. Then you will need to send the remaining 400 of the non refundable holding fee (deposit). If she does not have any babies or there is not enough you are then put on the next available litter. . This is a agreement between us that you are committed to our program and I am promising you a puppy from our program.”

Contract & health guarantee

Shana 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 Shana 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 Shana 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Toys

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Shana.

Breeder's location

Meet in Great Falls, MT

4806 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Great Falls Airport

4809 miles away

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Meet in Bozeman, MT

4900 miles away

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More about Shana

  • Club memberships

    Shana is a member of American Kennel Club and Electric City Kennel club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    BAB, CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Shana has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Shana was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Shana’s links

Shana is a trusted Good Dog breeder

VS Golden Fields 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

VS Golden Fields 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 Dysplasia (Preliminary)

    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, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Animal Genetics Panel

    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 Shana to bring home their puppies.

  • Addison F.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Shana was absolutely wonderful. She walked me through everything I needed to know about owning a puppy, gave me tips and advice, and was overall incredibly knowledgeable. When we arrived to pick up our puppy, she showed us the parents of our puppy and explained how they were raised, what they eat, and how they exercise. You can obviously tell they are very well taken care of since birth and are healthy. I’m so thrilled I was able to find Shana and our new puppy through this site, and couldn’t have imagined a better way to meet and find our newest family member!

    Randall L.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    Shana was very fast to reply and she answered every question I had you can tell she really cares about bettering the breed.

  • Claire F.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Shana was fantastic in helping me find my pup! I got my puppy about 8 months ago and she had been perfect from the start. The process was so easy and Shana made it stress free and enjoyable with picture updates and phone calls to answer every question I had! Shana picked my puppy based on my lifestyle matched with my girl’s energy and temperament and SHE IS PERFECT! She was so easy to train and is very calm while at home (thank god because I am in a one bedroom apartment). She also does so well on our daily walks and picked up leash training so well. She learned most commands, including ringing her potty bells on the door, in one day. I am constantly complemented on how sweet she is and how she is one of the most beautiful goldens. I recommend Shana and VS golden fields to everyone!! Couldn’t be happier with my experience.

    Briana M.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

    Love our puppy! You can tell this breeder is not only ethical, but truly cares to better the breed. They take excellent care of their dogs. You can really tell the love they put into caring for these pups and getting them started right. Couldn't be happier with the experience and our new fur baby.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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