BearMoose Goldens

Raised by Kristen M.

Certified Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind BearMoose Goldens located in Woodbury, MN. We breed our Goldens with a heavy focus on health and socialization - we want our puppies to be as happy and healthy as possible to allow for a smooth transition into their new home.

Kristen’s experience

  • About Kristen

    I am a proud Golden Retriever breeder and love my dogs like my family. I give everything I can to improve the breed and to provide quality dogs to whoever is looking for a new companion. I try to place my puppies in the best, most responsible homes to ensure that they live long, happy lives.

  • What makes Kristen’s program special

    We take the health of our Golden Retrievers very seriously. We know how important it is that our breeding dogs’ health is as good as it can be to ensure the puppies’ health is similarly sound. That's why we conduct health tests on hips, elbows, heart, and eyes. We also do genetic panels to check for heritable diseases. We use Puppy Culture and ENS to socialize our puppies.

Getting a puppy from Kristen

Kristen 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.

“Includes registration and microchip as well as a 2 year health guarantee. Puppies will be dewormed, have 1st set of vaccinations. Our puppies are raised using Puppy Culture. Includes AKC limited registration, microchip as well as a 2 year health guarantee.”

Contract and health guarantee

Kristen 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 Kristen 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 Kristen directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

I use Puppy Culture, focusing on Early Neurological Stimulation (introducing them to new surfaces, different sounds and noises around the house, handling them in different positions). The puppies also interact with adult dogs and play with my family and friends (after they've had their shots). 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, and Various sounds.

Puppy health practices

All puppies receive their 1st vaccines, are dewormed, Microchiped with AKC Renewal and seen by a licensed veterinarian before going to their new homes.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Basic obedience & manners, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Microchip, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, puppy culture, Microchip, Vaccinations, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Certificate of Health, Volhard Personality Test, and AKC Registration.

Bringing your puppy home

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

Pick up your puppy in Woodbury, 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.

“We do not ship our puppies, but we would be happy to meet you at our local airport to pick up your puppy.”

More about Kristen

  • Kristen has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Kristen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Kristen’s links

Kristen is a trusted Good Dog breeder

BearMoose 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

Meet Kristen's parent dogs

All breeds

Golden Retriever

Parent health testing

Golden Retriever

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

BearMoose 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.

  • 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, PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)

    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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