I'm the breeder behind Dawn Bohan's Golden Retrievers located in Kent County, MI. I specialize in producing top-quality Golden Retrievers for private service work. My dogs are bred with a focus on conformation, workability, trainability, sweetness, and longevity. They make excellent service dogs and lifelong companions! I do not offer pups to the public at this time.
About Dawn
My dogs are a huge part of my life, and I enjoy spending time with them. It is a passion of mine to breed, raise, and train quality Golden Retrievers for my private service dog organization. It's so fulfilling to see the positive effect that a beloved, well-trained, furry companion can have on its family.
What makes Dawn’s program special
I can provide extensive knowledge and guidance on this breed, and I strive to help set the standard for what a responsible breeding program should look like. I am very dedicated to what I do and what I aim to achieve as a breeder. I work with passion, heart, and integrity, and I truly want what's best for my Goldens and their new forever families.
Dawn 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.
Please contact the breeder to get more information about pricing.
Dawn 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 Dawn 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 Dawn directly.
I do everything I can to socialize my puppies. I want them to be easily trainable and have a smooth transition to their new home.
I follow all appropriate puppy health protocols to ensure happy, healthy puppies.
Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Dawn Bohan's Golden Retrievers hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.
Dawn 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.
Why Dawn started breeding
My primary focus is to produce dogs with strong working ability, trainability, solid temperaments, great health, and outstanding conformation. I breed puppies for families in need of a Service companion, and I do not take applications for the public at this time.
Dawn has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Dawn was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Dawn Bohan's Golden Retrievers meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Golden Retriever
Good level
Dawn Bohan's 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.
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).