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Welch Family Golden Retrievers
- Colchester, IL
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Becky W., the breeder behind Welch Family Golden Retrievers located in Colchester, IL. All of our dogs are part of the family. All dogs are shown in Conformation, obedience, agility and hunting skills. We make sure that our stock can hold up over time in the working arena, and pass that strength on to the puppies we produce.
Q. & A. with Becky
What makes your program special?
All of our dogs are part of the family. Everything we raise is used in Conformation, obedience, agility and hunting skills. Each dog has it's own unique personality and we encourage that uniqueness. Each of our dogs has to prove themselves before they are bred. We feel it is important to breed working qualities, and pass that strength on.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Becky
Becky 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 $2,500 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All pups are sold on a limited registration contract, with possible exceptions to well-qualified show homes. All pups come with first shots, worming, microchip, and health checkups. We ask for a deposit to hold a puppy just for you. We work hard to match each puppy with their future homes and knowing for sure where they are going makes that process much more effective for all of us.”
Contract & health guarantee
Becky 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 Becky 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 Becky 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 in new places
- 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
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Becky.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Colchester, IL
713 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport
584 miles away
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More about Becky
Club memberships
Becky is a member of Golden Retriever Club of America.
Becky has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Becky was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Becky is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Welch Family Golden Retrievers 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
Lil Jenn, mom
Golden Retriever
About Lil Jenn
Lil Jenn is a female Golden Retriever almost 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Becky decided to make her part of their program. Becky 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.
Intrepid, dad
Golden Retriever
About Intrepid
Intrepid is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Becky decided to make him part of their program. Becky 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.
Rainbow, mom
Golden Retriever
About Rainbow
Rainbow is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Becky decided to make her part of their program. Becky 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.
Gemma, mom
Golden Retriever
About Gemma
Gemma is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Becky decided to make her part of their program. Becky 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.
Sapphire, mom
Golden Retriever
About Sapphire
Sapphire is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Becky decided to make her part of their program. Becky 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
Welch Family Golden Retrievers 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 (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 Dysplasia (Preliminary), 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.
PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 2, DNA Profile, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 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).
