I'm the breeder behind Aubergine Golden Retrievers located in Lumberton, TX. Our Goldens are bred for health and temperament with a focus on conformation, athleticism, and intelligence. We are dedicated to providing our families with wonderful, healthy, family pets. All puppies are AKC registered and all parents have the four minimum clearances recommended by the Golden Retriever Club of America. We hand raise each of our puppies to ensure a reliable temperament and cherished companionship. No home will be considered without a questionnaire on file. Please visit our website to see availability. AubergineGoldens.wixsite.com/LifeisGolden.
About Amanda
My name is Amanda Levrier, and I have been involved with the Golden Retriever breed since I was 12 years old. I have shown in junior showmanship as well as the AKC conformation ring. I have been breeding dogs now for the last 15 years. I am extremely selective in my breeding program. I choose the best dogs I can that compliment my females. We adhere to the GRCA code of Ethics & AKC Breed Standard
What makes Amanda’s program special
I have devoted half of my life to my Goldens and have spent significant time researching pedigrees, selecting breeding prospects, and raising puppies with all the love, attention, socialization, and exposure to ensure that they have the best start to their new lives. I also train my own dogs so I know my pups inside and out! Our puppies are trained using Puppy Culture as well as the Super Dog program. We love what we do and truly want the very best for our puppies and their forever families.
Amanda is a member of 2 clubs
Greater Houston Golden Retriever Club, Golden Retriever Club of America
Amanda’s certifications & recognitions
Professional Groomer, Puppy Culture Breeder, CHIC Certified
Amanda 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 $4,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $1,000.
“Puppies are priced comparable to those bred by the GRCA code of ethics. Please contact breeder or visit our website for more information. AubergineGoldens.wixsite.com/LifeisGolden. Please email me if you have any questions. AubergineGoldens@gmail.com All homes must fill out a Puppy questionnaire, listed on my website, to be considered for a puppy.”
Amanda 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 Amanda 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 Amanda directly.
I do ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation) and ESI (Early Scent Introduction) during the first 2 weeks. I provide individual attention throughout their time with me. I am an advocate for socialization and exposure training, so my pups get constant introductions to new things. I perform aptitude testing prior to puppy placements and hold a thorough go-home review prior to you leaving with your new family member. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Time outside if possible due to weather. , New toys and play environment each week, Walks around the yard, all of our puppies are handled at birth until 8 weeks of age when they go home, Socialized with People, Weekly Nail Trimming, Puppy Culture, Stimulus sight, sound, touch, smell, Car Riding, Bathing, Grooming, and Nail Trimming, Conformation Stacking, Human Interactions, Various People, Puppy Culture , Strangers, Noises , Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), Early Socialization, Puppy Temperament Evaluation, Various Surfaces, Nail Trimming, Puppy Culture, Noises, handled daily introduced to sounds touch , Exposed to Visitors, positive experiences in all situations, adventure box, early scent stimulation from days 3-16, Adult and children socializing , conformation stacking and nail trimming, exposure to agility tunnel, wobble board and other novel items, Children and other pets, Socialization, also have lots of friends and family who come over to handle the puppies and help out with the puppies daily. I do not take them to public places to expose them to people as they are not fully vaccinated until 16 weeks. , Various Surfaces , Car Rides, Noise desensitized , litter training, Over Obstacles, Tunnel, Free-Baiting, Stacking, Different Textures, We start potty training at 3 weeks! They are handled daily from birth and are raised around our dogs, cats and family members. They are also handled by young kids (4-7). We intrudce them to household sounds and textures, such as washer, dryer, vaccum, tv, different flooring. We also play loud sounds for them such as thunder, fireworks, sirens, etc. They also get their nails trimmed. We start them on crate training and regonizing their name! , Car Training, Human Interactions, Confidence Building, Weekly Nail Trims , bathing, Early Socialization, Volhard testing, ENS, Car Training , Outdoors (when Weather permits), car riding , Human Interactions , We litter train our puppies by 4 weeks which makes crate training very easy., Early socialization, Scent Introduction, Noise desensitization, Fireworks, Noise Desensitization, Various Surfaces, Puppy Culture, Texture Stimulation, Human Interactions, Outdoors, e.g. rain, Socialized with Other Animals, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Scents, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Early Neurological Stimulation, Touch Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Elderly, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Children, Litter Box Trained, and Potty Training.
My puppies are vet-checked and receive age-appropriate vaccinations before leaving my home. Regular worming given and each puppy receives an AKC reunite microchip. Typically, puppies receive their first round of distemper/parvo around 6-7 weeks old and are de-wormed at approximately 2, 4, 6, and 8 weeks old.
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Microchip, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Sound and texture enrichment, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Microchipped , Early Neurological Stimulation, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Volhard Personality Test, Certificate of Health, Vaccinations, Toy with Mom's Scent, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Food Starter Bag, Bone, and AKC Registration.
Amanda 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 prefer not to ship any puppies. We will only ship to repeat homes, but really suggest our homes fly in to pick up puppies. Other options can be discussed prior to the litter being born or prior to picking up”
Why Amanda started breeding
I have been showing dogs since I was 12 years old. I was mentored by some of the best breeders around this area. I actively started my breeding program 10 years ago. I am an Associate Member of the Greater Houston Golden Retriever Club & Member of the Golden Retriever Club of America.
Amanda has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Amanda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Amanda’s program includes one color
Amanda’s Golden Retriever puppies are golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Aubergine Golden Retrievers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Golden Retriever
Golden Retriever
About Ivy
Ivy is a female Golden Retriever almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amanda decided to make her part of their program. Amanda 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.
Good health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more
Golden Retriever
Great level
Aubergine Golden Retrievers 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.
Brucellosis
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.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 2, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Golden Retriever Type, PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Full Embark Panel, DNA Profile, Animal Genetics Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, 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.