Wise Goldens

Jennifer M.

Breeder of Golden Retrievers

Los Osos, CA

Meet the breeder

I'm Jennifer M., the breeder behind Wise Goldens located in Los Osos, CA. Wise Goldens is a small, intentional breeding program in San Luis Obispo County. We raise health-tested Golden Retrievers in our home, focusing on exceptional temperament, sound structure, and lifelong health. Our carefully planned litters are bred to become confident, family companions.

Q. & A. with Jennifer

Why did you start breeding?
I have loved animals my whole life, from rescue work and exotics at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park to my years as an emergency vet tech. When Sunny and Sadie came home, I fell for the breed and knew I could do this well, and do it the right way: intentional, ethical, health-first breeding. That is how Wise Goldens began.
What makes your program special?
We are small and intentional. Every litter is thoughtfully planned, never produced on a schedule. Puppies are born and raised in our home, not kennels, handled daily, and started on early neurological stimulation and potty training. Pairings are chosen for health clearances, temperament, and structure. We commit to our dogs for life, and any dog we breed is always welcome back.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.

Getting a puppy from Jennifer

Jennifer 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.

Jennifer 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 6 weeks old.

“We take great care placing each puppy with the right family. Around 6 weeks we begin assessing temperament and personality, and selection happens in order of each buyer's placement on the reservation list. We do our best to honor gender and color preferences, though specific traits cannot be guaranteed. Our goal is always the right long-term match for both puppy and family, so we guide each family based on temperament, energy, and structure.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,000 - $3,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes a vet exam and first vaccinations, AKC registration, early socialization and potty training, a food sample, a scented blanket from mom, a care folder, group updates, and puppy meetups. A $500 deposit reserves your spot and is applied toward the puppy's price. It is non-refundable, except if no litter is produced that year, in which case it transfers to the next litter or is refunded.”

Contract & health guarantee

Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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
  - Daily handling
  - Socialized with other dogs
  - Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming
  - Vet records
- Extras
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - Food & treats
  - Puppy starter kit
  - Initial potty training
  - AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Los Osos, CA

More about Jennifer

Jennifer has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 month
Jennifer was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Jennifer’s links

Jennifer is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Wise 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

Sadie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Sadie
Sadie is a happy-go-lucky girl without a care in the world, and one of the most obedient dogs you could ask for. She's an incredible, natural mother who is at her very happiest surrounded by a litter of puppies, having raised two of her own. When she's not doting on babies, she loves heading out on adventures with her family. Easygoing, sweet, and endlessly cheerful, she's a true Golden through and through.
Good health testing
PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +7 more.
Goldie, mom
Golden Retriever
About Goldie
Goldie is a smart, curious girl with a confident, playful spirit and all the best Golden Retriever charm. She loves people, makes friends everywhere she goes, and is always up for an adventure or a game of fetch. Affectionate and cuddly, she's happiest snuggled up with her family at the end of the day. Sweet, social, and eager to please, she's a wonderful companion with a bright, busy mind.
Good health testing
PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +7 more.

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Wise 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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 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).