I'm the breeder behind Frankly Golden located in Apple Valley, CA. We strive to raise happy, healthy, and confident puppies. Each litter is raised in our home with tender loving care from day one. We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies.
About Sharon
My name is Sharon and along with my husband Ed have been raising Golden's for the past 8 years. Our Golden girls are our pride and joy.
What makes Sharon’s program special
Our Puppies our raised in our home in the middle of it all. We are retired and spend all of our time caring for Mom and her babies. We use early neurological stimulation until 16 days old. then move onto BAB Puppy curriculum that includes gentle handling exercises, noise and texture exposure and introduction to potty training.
Jelly
Male • Went Home Sept. 28, 2024
Golden Retriever
Boston Cream
Male • Went Home Sept. 28, 2024
Golden Retriever
Glaze
Male • Went Home Sept. 28, 2024
Golden Retriever
Fritter
Female • Went Home Sept. 28, 2024
Golden Retriever
Sugar
Female • Went Home Sept. 28, 2024
Golden Retriever
Sprinkle
Female • Went Home Sept. 28, 2024
Golden Retriever
Cider
Female • Went Home Sept. 28, 2024
Golden Retriever
Maple
Female • Went Home Sept. 28, 2024
Golden Retriever
Cake
Female • Went Home Sept. 28, 2024
Golden Retriever
Twist
Male • Went Home Sept. 28, 2024
Golden Retriever
Sharon 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 $3,200 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“Price includes Limited AKC registration, Wellness check by our vet, vaccinations, worming, microchip . We Take two deposits $500.00 deposit to hold spot in gender specific picking order and $500.00 deposit on puppy pick day to hold puppy chosen until ready for new home at 8 weeks.”
Sharon 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 Sharon 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 Sharon directly.
Our puppies are socialized with other older dogs and people. We have a daily routine of Gentle handling exercises, noise exposure, introduction to potty and crate training. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with children, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, adventure box, Early stages of crate training, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Fireworks , Various Surfaces , Structures, e.g. Climbing, Grooming Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Sound Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Socialized with Elderly, and Socialized with Adult Dogs.
All of our puppies are seen by our vet and have all age appropriate vaccinations before going to new homes.
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Microchip, Food & treats, Vet records, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Sound and texture enrichment, Early Neurological Stimulation, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Microchipped , Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Vaccinations, Puppy Collar, Microchip, and Food Starter Bag.
Sharon 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.
“We do not ship puppies. They can be picked up from our home. We will also meet you at our local airport.”
Why Sharon started breeding
When our children we grown and our youngest left home. We wanted to fill our empty nest and brought home the sweetest golden retriever puppy. She brought so much joy and we wanted to share that with others.
Sharon is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Sharon has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Sharon was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Sharon’s program includes two colors
Sharon’s Golden Retriever puppies include golden and light golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Sharon’s links
Frankly Golden meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
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Golden Retriever
Golden Retriever
About Darla
Our Darling Darla is a sporty girl loves to fetch, bird and squirrel watch, camping and cuddles. Darla has completed her OFA certifications for normal/Elbows and excellent/hips. She has all clear genetic testing and cardiac exam.
Golden Retriever
Good level
Frankly Golden 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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.
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).