Willow’s AKC Golden Retrievers

Lisa B.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Calistoga, CA
  • Responds within a day

Upcoming litters

Bogey
Noelle

Expected Golden Retriever litter

Due May 2026

Ready July 29
Bogey
Freya

Planned Golden Retriever litter

Due Jan. 2027

Ready Mar. 2027

Meet the breeder

I'm Lisa B., the breeder behind Willow’s AKC Golden Retrievers located in Calistoga, CA. We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love! Our dogs are our passion, and we can't imagine spending our lives without them. We are dedicated to achieving excellence and healthy family pets, and we love to raise puppies and prepare them for their forever homes.

Q. & A. with Lisa

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I began breeding because I wanted to do something that I loved and enjoyed while being a stay at home wife and mom. We love our Golden girls so much, so giving that gift to a family to add a new member to their homes is so rewarding.

  • What makes your program special?

    My puppies are raised as part of our family. I work hard to keep my families involved with the entire process from the journey of the mom’s pregnancy until the day they pick their puppy up. I post videos and photos daily via my Facebook page “Willow’s AKC Golden Retrievers” I am always available to my families for FaceTime visits or simply to answer any questions they may have along the way.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Lisa

Lisa 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.

Lisa partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape.

“I match my puppies between 5-6 weeks of age based on their temperament and the the lifestyle of the family or person they are going home with. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Puppies go home with AKC papers, Deworming, fist vaccines, dew claws removed.”

Contract & health guarantee

Lisa 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 Lisa 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 Lisa directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • 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
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Calistoga, CA

2403 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at CEC

Flexible meeting point

Lisa can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Lisa

  • Lisa has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years

    Lisa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Lisa’s links

Lisa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Willow’s AKC 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Willow’s AKC 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

    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.

  • Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type, DNA Disease 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).

Photos

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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.

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