I'm the breeder behind By Grace Golden Retrievers located in Mount Airy, MD. We offer thoughtfully bred, lovingly socialized English Cream Golden Retrievers.
About Cindy
I have loved golden's my whole life and it is my desire to promote this breed in the best possible ways with exceptional socialization, clear DNA and excellent health clearances over several generations. It is my privilege and passion to match families with their perfect fur baby.
What makes Cindy’s program special
I pay extra attention to details. Excellent health clearances, clear DNA checks, appropriate matching of male and female to fully promote this special breed. I spend basically 24/7 with the puppies after birth until they go to their forever homes and work carefully on raising well socialized, confident and loving future family members.
Cindy 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 limited AKC registration, complete and successful vet check, first set of shots, regular worming and lovingly socialized, confident puppies. Your deposit secures your spot in this litter with your puppy preference taken into consideration!”
Cindy 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 Cindy 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 Cindy directly.
Our puppies are raised in our home with normal activities happening all around them. They are lovingly socialized by my 5 year old grand daughter. Our puppies show affection, confidence and love to snuggle! I utilize the following enrichment methods: Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Socialized with children, Socialized in new places, Socialized with other dogs, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Daily handling, Noise desensitization, Potty Training, Human Interactions , Potty pads,, Puppy Manners, "No" Biting or Chewing, and Basic manners.
All puppies have been DNA tested, vet checked and have successfully passed all testing prior to meeting their new family. Vet records are included in your new puppy pack.
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Basic obedience & manners, Vet records, Food & treats, Microchip, Registration, and Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent.
Why Cindy started breeding
I started breeding secondary to my frustration over the breed not being represented responsibly and because of my deep love of these heart dogs.
Cindy is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Cindy has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months
Cindy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Cindy’s program includes one color
Cindy’s Golden Retriever puppies are light golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
By Grace Golden Retrievers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Golden Retriever
Golden Retriever
About Winnie
Winnie has the sweetest and kindest soul. She loves to be with her people and is content snuggling the day away or going for walks. She is patient and kind with children and enjoys playing with them.
Good health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA), +2 more
Golden Retriever
Good level
By Grace 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.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), DNA Disease Panel
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).
Hear what other owners say about working with Cindy to bring home their puppies.
Rini S.
Aug. 2024
The entire journey with Cindy and her kennel has been wonderful. She was very communicative, transparent, responsive, and kind. Her home is beautiful and where the puppies are raised was clean, open,...
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.