Golden Hour Golden Retrievers
Meet the breeder
I'm Lindsey R., the breeder behind Golden Hour Golden Retrievers located in Gainesville, FL. It is my goal to enhance the future of the breed through ethically breeding golden retrievers. I train and compete in conformation, agility, obedience, fieldwork, and therapy. I actively participate in the Golden Retriever Club of America as well as local clubs (MFGRC, FGCGRC).
Q. & A. with Lindsey
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up with goldens I still squeal when I see one. When my childhood golden lost her battle tragically to hemangiosarcoma, I knew I wanted a responsibly bred golden. Harper is an outstanding representation of the golden retriever. Breeding, whelping, and raising puppies is not for the faint of heart. I finally found my "calling" when I raised Cora's litter, with every day a new adventure!What makes your program special?
I am an extremely conscientious and compassionate person. I closely follow the Golden Retriever Code of Ethics, and have certifications in Good Dog Pre-breeding, Pregnancy and Whelping, and Good Dog's Breeding Foundations. I give my everything to my puppies. I am a breeder that will stay in touch, provide helpful tips, and make sure all of our dogs live long, happy lives!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Lindsey
Lindsey has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
“The price includes AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, a FL health certificate provided by a veterinarian, deworming, a puppy take-home kit, and lots of puppy socialization. What goes into the price of a dog from a responsible breeder? Learn more here: https://www.gooddog.com/learning-center/cost-of-a-puppy-from-a-responsible-breeder. I ask for a $300.00 non-refundable deposit to reserve your puppy, and I reserve puppies in the order that deposits are received. If for some reason a puppy is no longer available to you, a full refund will be given.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lindsey 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 Lindsey 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 Lindsey directly.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Food & treats
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Basic obedience & manners
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lindsey.
Breeder's location
Meet in Gainesville, FL
708 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Jacksonville Airport
637 miles away
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More about Lindsey
Club memberships
Lindsey is a member of Florida Gulf Coast Golden Retriever Club, Mid-Florida Golden Retriever Club, and Golden Retriever Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Good Dog Litter Management, Good Dog's Breeding Foundations, Good Dog Pregnancy and Whelping, Good Dog Pre-Breeding.
Lindsey has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Lindsey was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Lindsey is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Golden Hour Golden Retrievers 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
Litter and program updates
Lindsey R.
Litter update on 05 Oct 2025 •Litter confirmed! Due November 4, 2025
Rhett and Cora's litter
Parent dogs
Cora, mom
Golden Retriever
About Cora
Cora has it all! She is beautiful, biddable, incredibly smart, agile, and a wonderful companion.
Harper Grace, mom
Golden Retriever
About Harper Grace
Harper Grace is a female Golden Retriever about 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lindsey decided to make her part of their program. Lindsey 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.
Uploaded health tests
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository.
Parent health testing
Great level
Golden Hour 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.
Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 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).
