Frequently Asked Questions

 

  • Yes! All of our puppies are vet checked and come with a health guarantee that covers them until they are 2 years old. Our breeding dogs are tested for hips, elbows, eyes, heart, and genetic conditions to ensure the highest quality and health of our puppies.ption text goes here

  • Absolutely! We welcome approved families to visit our puppies once they are at least 6 weeks old. It’s a great opportunity to meet the pups, see where they’re raised, and ask us any questions. Due to the health of the puppies, we ask that you please schedule visits in advance.

  • Yes, we offer delivery services to bring your puppy to you. Delivery fees range from $500, depending on the location. We always ensure that our puppies are safely transported to their new homes.

  • Yes, we offer full AKC registration with breeding rights to approved homes only. We require a conversation about your breeding program and ask that you provide details about how the puppy will be raised. The puppy must also undergo OFA testing for hips and elbows once they are 18 months to 2 years old.

  • We offer AKC registration for all of our puppies, with two types of registration:

    • Limited Registration (Pet Registration): This means the puppy can be a wonderful family pet but cannot be bred or shown in AKC events.

    • Full Registration: This allows the puppy to be bred or shown once they are of appropriate age. Full registration is available to approved homes only and requires a discussion about your breeding program.
      The cost of Full Registration is an additional $1,500.

  • To reserve a puppy, we require a $500 non-refundable deposit. This deposit secures your spot for an upcoming litter. The balance is due when your puppy is ready to go home. You can contact us by email, phone, or text to start the process and learn more about your future puppy.

  • Our pet AKC registration puppies are priced between $2,500 and $3,000. If you would like full AKC registration with breeding rights, there is an additional fee of $1,500. We also offer delivery services for an additional fee, typically around $500.

  • Puppies are ready to go home at 8 weeks old. We’ll schedule pickup or delivery based on your location and convenience.

  • Effective Date: 10/01/2024

    At Hidden Springs English Goldens, we value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your data when you interact with us through our website, social media, or other channels.

    1. Information We Collect

    We collect both direct and indirect information, including:

    • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, physical address, and payment details.

    • Communication Data: Information from your inquiries, messages, or interactions via email, phone, social media, or our website.

    2. How We Use Your Information

    We use the information collected to:

    • Process Puppy Inquiries: Respond to questions, match you with the right puppy, and facilitate the adoption process.

    • Provide Customer Support: Offer ongoing assistance, support, and care for your puppy’s well-being.

    • Ensure Legal Compliance: Fulfill necessary legal obligations, such as record-keeping and AKC reporting.

    3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

    We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

    4. Data Security

    We take appropriate measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no data transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure.

    5. Changes to This Privacy Policy

    We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective once posted on our website with the updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

    6. Contact Us

    If you have any questions or concerns regarding your privacy or this policy, please reach out to us:

    By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy.

  • We currently offer stud service with two of our exceptional males, Iggy and Tetris. Both of these dogs are part of our AKC-registered English Golden Retriever breeding program and have all the necessary health clearances, including hips, elbows, heart, and eyes. Additionally, both Iggy and Tetris are genetically clear for ICT, PRA1, PRA2, Prcd, MD, DM, and NCL.

    Stud Fee: $3,000

    Natural Breeding: On occasion, I may offer natural breeding on a case-by-case basis. If you're interested in using one of our studs, please feel free to contact me directly at 423-322-3963 for more details or to discuss availability.

    We look forward to working with you to continue improving the health and quality of the English Golden Retriever breed!

  • We offer full AKC registration with breeding rights to approved homes only. To ensure the puppy is placed in a responsible environment, we require details about your breeding program and want to ensure the puppy will receive the proper care. Puppies must undergo OFA testing for hips and elbows once they reach 18 months to 2 years old. If you are approved, the fee for full registration is an additional $1,500.

    We do not sell puppies to breeders with large numbers of dogs (more than 10 breeding dogs) or to puppy mills. If it is discovered that the puppy is placed in a commercial breeding environment, the health guarantee will be void.

  • Ichthyosis (ICT) is a genetic condition that causes dandruff-like flaking of the skin, leading to discomfort and occasional unsightliness in affected dogs. While ICT itself isn't typically harmful to a dog's overall health, it can cause itching, irritation, and a need for special care like medicated shampoos.
    Additionally, ICH-A, a related form of ICT, is often linked to other health issues, such as fungal infections or yeast overgrowth.

    How ICT is Inherited:
    ICT is an autosomal recessive genetic mutation, meaning both parents must carry one copy of the mutation for it to be passed on to their puppies. Here's what each term means:

    • ICT Affected: A dog with two copies of the gene, resulting in the condition.

    • ICT Carrier: A dog with one copy of the mutation, which doesn’t show symptoms but can pass it on if bred with another carrier or an affected dog.

    • ICT Clear: A dog that does not carry the mutation at all and cannot pass it on. An ICT clear dog can be safely bred with either a carrier or an affected dog without producing puppies with the disease.

    Prevalence and Testing:
    It is estimated that about 50% of Golden Retrievers are carriers of ICT, 30% are affected, and 20% are clear. We have tested all of our breeding dogs to ensure we are not passing on this condition. By using reliable DNA testing, breeders can adapt their breeding choices to prevent the disease from being passed on to puppies.

    For more information on ICT and testing options, please visit:

  • Each puppy comes with the following:

    • AKC registration (limited or full depending on the puppy's status)

    • Health guarantee

    • Vaccinations and deworming

    • OFA and genetic testing results for the parents

    • A puppy pack, including food and a blanket with familiar scents

  • As a quality breeder, the health and well-being of the puppies I breed is my highest priority. That includes ensuring their health is supported after they go to their new homes. That's why I recommend NuVet Plus for all of my dogs, from puppies to seniors.

    Why I Recommend NuVet Plus

    While high-quality dog foods provide essential nutrients to sustain life, most commercial dog foods are cooked during manufacturing, which causes many nutrients to be lost in the process. NuVet Plus is cold processed, meaning that the nutrients remain intact and are preserved, giving your new puppy an extra layer of protection, especially during the most critical first year of life.

    The Importance of NuVet Plus During Your Puppy’s First Year

    When puppies are born, they rely on their mother’s colostrum (nutrient-rich milk produced immediately after birth) to supply the antibodies needed to fight foreign substances. As the puppy's immune system matures, the effectiveness of these antibodies declines, typically by the time the puppy reaches 8 weeks of age, making them more vulnerable to illnesses.

    When puppies transition to their new homes, their immune system faces stress and exposure to new bacteria and viruses. This weakens their immune response, making it harder to fight off pathogens. Starting NuVet Plus immediately can help support your puppy’s immune system during this stressful period, helping them grow into a healthy adult.

    Additionally, as the puppy begins its vaccination series, the effectiveness of vaccines is heightened when the immune system is in top condition. NuVet Plus provides essential nutrients to help support the immune system, ensuring your puppy's body can respond properly to vaccines and other health challenges.

    NuVet Plus Benefits for Dogs of All Ages

    • For Puppies: Strengthens their immune system during their early months of life, especially when transitioning to a new home.

    • For Adult Dogs: Improves the luster of their coat and skin, reduces allergies, supports digestion, and prevents coat problems.

    • For Older Dogs: Helps protect against tumors, cataracts, heart conditions, and many types of cancer, improving vitality and extending the life of your dog.

    About NuVet Plus

    NuVet Plus is a powerful combination of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that work together to boost immune system function. All ingredients are sourced in the United States and manufactured in a human-grade, FDA-registered pharmaceutical laboratory. This ensures the highest standards of quality and potency.

    NuVet Labs has been in business since 1997 and has never had a product recall, further emphasizing their commitment to quality.

    By including NuVet Plus in your puppy's daily diet, you are providing the necessary nutrients to maintain a strong, healthy immune system for optimal performance.

    Health Guarantee

    NuVet Plus is recommended as part of our Health Guarantee because your puppy’s health is important to us. To keep your puppy’s Health Guarantee active, you will need to order NuVet directly from the manufacturer using Order Code: 13305. You can order online at www.nuvet.com/13305 or by calling 800-474-7044.

    AutoShip Option: To ensure you never run out of NuVet Plus, and to receive an additional 15% discount, you can choose the AutoShip option at checkout.

  • It’s important to feed your Golden Retriever puppy high-quality food for healthy growth and development. Grain-free dog food should never be fed to Golden Retrievers, as recent studies have shown a link between grain-free diets and dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), a condition that can lead to heart failure and death.

    Why You Should Avoid Grain-Free Dog Food
    Grain-free foods often contain large amounts of legumes and potatoes as the primary ingredients, which have been associated with taurine deficiency. Taurine is an amino acid vital for heart health, and while most animals (including humans) can produce it naturally, dogs rely on their diet for taurine. Foods like chicken and beef are high in taurine, while ingredients like rabbit, lamb, legumes, and pea-protein (often found in grain-free formulas) have little to no taurine. If taurine-rich foods are substituted with low-taurine ingredients, the food must be supplemented with taurine to ensure proper health.

    The FDA has issued a warning regarding this issue:
    Read the FDA warning here.

    Recommended Puppy Food
    Golden Retrievers are a large breed and require a large breed puppy food that promotes healthy growth. Some dog foods are rated by quality, and you can find helpful ratings on Dog Food Advisor:
    Visit Dog Food Advisor
    We recommend feeding a 4 or 5-star rated food for your puppy, as required by our health guarantee.

    My Recommended Dog Foods
    For my adult dogs, I feed them Victor Select Lamb and Rice or Victor Ocean Fish. These are high-quality foods with great ingredients that my dogs thrive on. Many dogs, including mine, are sensitive to chicken and beef, so lamb and salmon varieties work well. I’ve seen an improvement in my dogs' stools, healthy weight, and beautiful coats. This food is available on Chewy, Amazon, or at Tractor Supply.

    For puppies, I recommend Purina Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Formula, which provides excellent nutrition for growing pups.

    Other Good Puppy Food Options

    • Simply Nourish Large Breed Dog Food: This food contains no legumes or potatoes in the first five ingredients and is easily digested and tolerated by puppies.

    • Blue Buffalo Life Protection Large Breed Puppy Food: Another good choice that includes taurine supplementation, though some puppies may experience loose stools.

    Important Considerations

    • Price doesn’t always reflect quality. Some expensive foods are rated lower due to the use of primarily grains and by-products.

    • For example, Royal Canin Puppy Food is expensive but lists chicken by-product meal as the first ingredient, which is not ideal for a healthy diet.

    Do Your Research
    It's essential to do thorough research when selecting food for your puppy. Be sure to avoid foods that use low-quality ingredients and prioritize products that are specifically formulated for large breed puppies.

  • We accept payments through Zelle, bank wire, and Venmo. The remaining balance is due when the puppy is ready to go home.

  • English Golden Retrievers are known for their gentle temperament, intelligence, and loyalty. They make excellent family pets, especially for those with children or other pets. English Goldens are generally healthier than other Golden Retrievers, with fewer issues related to genetic disorders. Their calm nature and affectionate behavior make them ideal companions.

  • Yes, all of our puppies come with AKC registration. If you choose the limited registration (pet-only), they cannot be bred or shown. Full registration (with breeding rights) is available to approved homes for an additional fee.

  • Yes! All of our puppies receive their first vaccinations and are dewormed before going home. We ensure they are well cared for and in excellent health when they join your family.