I'm Chloe W., the breeder behind Winstone Goldens located in Melbourne, FL. At Winstone Goldens, we are a small, family-oriented breeder committed to the core values of responsible breeding and preserving the integrity of the Golden Retriever in accordance with the AKC standard.
Q. & A. with Chloe
Why did you start breeding?
I didn’t initially think about getting into breeding. I initially got into showing and fell in love with the sport and the breed. Getting to know people, dogs, and being able to travel are just some of the reasons I love it. After helping my friend with a litter, I found out how rewarding it is to see the puppies transform into everything we hope for the preservation of the breed, bettering each litter.
What makes your program special?
What makes our breeding program special is the amount of care and love we pour into each puppy. We carefully select each breeding based off structure and temperament compared to the AKC standard, raised with Puppy Culture. Our puppies can and will excel in the field and the show ring. All of my breeding girls are OFA health tested, CHIC certified, and titled in hunting or conformation or both.
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.
Getting a puppy from Chloe
Chloe 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 $750 non-refundable deposit and $3,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes the puppy, AKC Limited registration, deworming, vaccinations, veterinary exam, socialization, a bag of food, as well as a take-home puppy starter kit. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of if they are going to be a rockstar in the show ring, in the field, or being a lovable companion.”
Contract & health guarantee
Chloe 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 Chloe 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 Chloe directly.
Winstone 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
Opal, mom
Golden Retriever
About Opal
Opal is a beautifully balanced, well-built Golden Retriever with excellent bone and a straight, strong topline. She possesses a correct, expressive head and a prominent front, reflecting the classic Golden Retriever structure. Her nice layback allows for effortless movement, and her overall conformation is in line with AKC standards. Personality-wise, Opal is the ultimate “in-your-pocket” companion and a true mama’s girl. She is down for anything and thrives in new environments—well-traveled and confident, nothing phases her in public. She has a friendly, affectionate nature while maintaining the drive and focus needed for performance work.
Opal has earned her CGC (Canine Good Citizen), TKN (Trick Dog Novice), and VHMP (Versatile Hunting and Memory Performance) titles and is actively in training for her hunting titles. She exhibits excellent drive for both hunting and play, making her highly trainable and versatile in multiple disciplines. This girl LOVES the water, she thrives at the beach, on the boat, and any body of water she can get to. She was shown a lot as a puppy but ultimately decided she would be better off as a hunter and will be getting at least a Master Hunt title.
Opal has passed all OFA health clearances, ensuring she is a sound, healthy, and capable. She is a true example of the breed standard—loving, trainable, well-structured, and full of Golden Retriever spirit.
Good health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Celeste, mom
Golden Retriever
About Celeste
Celeste is a very correct and traditional-style Golden Retriever with refined feminine features and a beautifully balanced outline. She carries soft, expressive eyes, correct angulation, and swift, effortless movement. Her sweet, gentle nature shines through in everything she does—she is especially kind with children and naturally suited for therapy work, always the first to offer herself for comfort.
Celeste is titled with a JH (Junior Hunt), RI (Rally Intermediate), and WC (Working Certificate) earning her JH in just three weekends under professional handler Marcy Kronz. In addition to her intelligence and trainability, she has a true Golden’s versatility, excelling both in the field and as a beloved companion. Celeste showed in last year’s 2024 Golden Retriever Club of America Nationals. With her great on/off switch, love of water, and proven talent, Celeste is now preparing to pursue her Champion conformation title.
Celeste has passed all of her preliminary OFA clearances and will be getting her updated clearances soon. She will not be getting bred until after she pursues her Champion title.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Winstone 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
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.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).
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.