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!
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.
Crater
Male • Ready Mar. 20
Golden Retriever
Cascade
Male • Ready Mar. 20
Golden Retriever
Tahoe
Male • Ready Mar. 20
Golden Retriever
Huron
Male • Ready Mar. 20
Golden Retriever
Baikal
Male • Ready Mar. 20
Golden Retriever
Superior
Female • Ready Mar. 20
Golden Retriever
Kenai
Male • Ready Mar. 20
Golden Retriever
Powell
Male • Ready Mar. 20
Golden Retriever
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022
Golden Retriever
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022
Golden Retriever
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022
Golden Retriever
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022
Golden Retriever
Boy 4
Male • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022
Golden Retriever
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022
Golden Retriever
Girl 7
Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022
Golden Retriever
Girl 6
Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022
Golden Retriever
Girl 5
Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022
Golden Retriever
Girl 4
Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022
Golden Retriever
Girl 3
Female • Went Home Apr. 26, 2022
Golden Retriever
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Nov. 6, 2021
Golden Retriever
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Apr. 20, 2021
Golden Retriever
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
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These babies are 3 weeks old today! They started learning to walk a few days ago, but they're still a little wobbly when they walk. In a few days, I will expand their area and introduce them to puppy food!
Ringo and Lake's litter
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The puppies are doing great. I have been doing ENS and ESI with them, and they've been thriving. Some of the scents I've introduced them to are apples, leaves, cats, spruce, lemon, and strawberries. Their eyes also started to open.
Ringo and Lake's litter
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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
Maggie offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
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.”
Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
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.
Akoya Kennels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Golden Retriever
Golden Retriever
About Lake
Lake is a very active Golden who enjoys going on runs and swimming.
Uploaded health tests
PRA, Golden Retriever 1, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), +7 more
Golden Retriever
About Lexie
Lexie is a female Golden Retriever over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Maggie decided to make her part of their program. Maggie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Uploaded health tests
Brucellosis, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +4 more
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).
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.