Akoya Kennels

Raised by Maggie T.

Certified Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder
  • 100% response rate • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Akoya Kennels located in Dayton, MN. Hi, I'm Maggie, I am the breeder behind Akoya Kennels. When purchasing a dog from us, you become part of my “family”. We are here 100% of the way and willing to answer any questions you may have about your puppy/dog for its entire lifetime. Let me know if you have any questions!

Maggie’s experience

  • About Maggie

    I live in Minneapolis, MN. My dogs have always been a huge part of my life for a long time. They live in my home and are part of my daily activities. I strive to breed dogs who can excel in sports and be wonderful family companions as well.

  • What makes Maggie’s program special

    I am always looking for ways to improve! I love learning from other breeders and finding more ways to do what's best for my dogs and my breeding program. I'm always looking for studs who will compliment my dams even if a breeding is 2+ years away. I care deeply for my dogs and puppies' wellbeing so I make sure to fully health test, do yearly vet checkups, feed a quality food and more.

  • Maggie’s certifications & recognitions

    Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T.

Puppies

Crater

Available

Male • Ready Mar. 20

Golden Retriever

Cascade

Available

Male • Ready Mar. 20

Golden Retriever

Tahoe

Available

Male • Ready Mar. 20

Golden Retriever

Huron

Available

Male • Ready Mar. 20

Golden Retriever

Baikal

Available

Male • Ready Mar. 20

Golden Retriever

Superior

Reserved

Female • Ready Mar. 20

Golden Retriever

Kenai

Reserved

Male • Ready Mar. 20

Golden Retriever

Powell

Reserved

Male • Ready Mar. 20

Golden Retriever

Girl 1

Reserved

Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022

Golden Retriever

Girl 2

Reserved

Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022

Golden Retriever

Boy 1

Reserved

Male • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022

Golden Retriever

Boy 2

Reserved

Male • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022

Golden Retriever

Boy 4

Reserved

Male • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022

Golden Retriever

Boy 3

Reserved

Male • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022

Golden Retriever

Girl 7

Reserved

Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022

Golden Retriever

Girl 6

Reserved

Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022

Golden Retriever

Girl 5

Reserved

Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022

Golden Retriever

Girl 4

Reserved

Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022

Golden Retriever

Girl 3

Reserved

Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022

Golden Retriever

Girl 1

Reserved

Female • Went Home Nov. 6, 2021

Golden Retriever

Boy 1

Reserved

Male • Went Home Apr. 20, 2021

Golden Retriever

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn Golden Retrievers from Ringo and Lake

Born Jan. 2025. Ready Mar. 20

Newborn Golden Retrievers from Ringo and Lake

Born Jan. 2025

Ready Mar. 20

Litter and program updates

Getting a puppy from Maggie

Maggie 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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 range from $3,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.

“This price includes AKC registration, pedigree, health guarantee, contract and more. We only sell breeding rights to established breeders. $500 nonrefundable deposit is required to hold a puppy, this deposit is transferrable to other litters.”

Contract and health guarantee

Maggie 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 Maggie 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 Maggie directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

I do everything I can to ensure I am providing well-rounded and easily trainable pups. I introduce crates to them when they're 3-4 weeks old and get started on crate training by the time they are 5 weeks old. I raise the puppies with ENS and puppy culture introduce lots of new things to them while they're with me. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Scent introduction, Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Volhard testing, Recall training, Introduction to crate training, ENS, Puppy temperament evaluation , We introduce collar and leash training, We start crate training, We begin potty training along with crate training & believe the two go hand in hand., Early socialization, Scent Introduction, Noise desensitization, Human Interactions , Potty pads,, Puppy Culture , Sit Command, Clicker Training, Leash Walking, Crate Training, and Initial House Training.

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Puppy health practices

Puppies get dewormed at 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 weeks and vaccinated and microchiped at 8 weeks. Puppies come with a health certificate from the vet. I don't send them to their new homes if they're unhealthy.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Puppy starter kit, Initial potty training, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Microchip, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, And more, Volhard Personality Test, Bone, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Vaccinations, Toy with Mom's Scent, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Puppy Starter Kit, Puppy Leash, Puppy Collar, Certificate of Health, Food Starter Bag, and AKC Registration.

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Bringing your puppy home

Maggie offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Dayton, MN or nearby

If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.

“I do not ship my puppies, I can meet you at my local airport or you can come to my house to pick your puppy up.”

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Maggie

  • Why Maggie started breeding

    Ever since I was a I can remember, I wanted to do something that involves dogs. Weather it being is job or a hobby. I chose to become a breeder when I got my first dog Lexie, I spent the next few years researching dog breeding. I bred her for the first time and I loved everything, from starting the health testing process to knowing that I have blessed families with one of my precious angels.

  • Maggie has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Maggie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Maggie’s program includes three colors

    Maggie’s Golden Retriever puppies include light golden, dark golden, and golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Maggie’s links

Maggie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Akoya Kennels 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

Meet Maggie's parent dogs

All breeds

Golden Retriever

Parent health testing

Golden Retriever

Akoya Kennels 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.

  • Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, 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).

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