I'm the breeder behind Laurelin Goldens located in Columbus, OH. We enjoy showing our dogs, & they are our companions in every adventure. We do all we can to give our dogs & pups the best lives. We are very passionate about dogs and responsible breeding practices. We hope to help families find their puppies from responsible and ethical sources to help build a better and safer world for our dogs.
About Maegan
I am a self-employed civil engineer and the author/creator behind The Canine Chasm dog blog. I love training and showing in obedience, conformation, and rally. Nothing builds a strong bond with a dog like training! I also believe in preserving purebred dogs for the future by doing breed appropriate health testing and proving that my dogs are worth reproducing.
What makes Maegan’s program special
I strive to make the best Golden Retrievers that I can make. Each pairing is thoughtfully considered for months or even years in advance. Overall health & longevity, temperament & working ability, and proper structure are of utmost importance to me. I strive to breed Goldens that have the drive and intelligence to do it all with the ability to sleep at my feet when we’re not working.
Maegan is a member of 3 clubs
Natural State Golden Retriever Club, Golden Retriever Club of Columbus Ohio, Golden Retriever Club of America
Maegan’s certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Rally Competitor, Obedience Competitor, Owner Handler
Maegan 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 - $3,500 and include a refundable deposit of $600.
“Price includes health guarantee, de-worming, first round of vaccinations, well puppy exam, AKC registration, puppy socialization, and microchipping. All of our puppies are the same price, regardless of the shade of gold and sex. The deposit helps us cover some of the upfront costs as well as holding your spot for a puppy. Deposits are refundable at the discretion of Laurelin Goldens.”
Maegan 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 Maegan 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 Maegan directly.
We strive to produce bomb-proof and do all of the necessary socialization and training to reach that goal. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Conformation Training, Scents, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Strangers, Various Surfaces , Noises , Touch Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, Beginning Grooming, ENS, Bird Introduction, Human Interactions , Noise desensitization, Obedience training started, Crate Training, "No" Biting or Chewing, Leash Walking, and Potty Training.
All puppies will receive their first round of vaccines, will be dewormed, and will receive a well puppy exam before they go home.
We send our puppies home with Toy with Littermates' Scent, Volhard Personality Test, Puppy Starter Kit, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Vaccinations, Puppy Leash, Microchip, Food Starter Bag, and AKC Registration.
Maegan 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, however you are welcome to come to our home. If you must fly in, we are willing to meet you at the airport. We will not send puppies with a “puppy nanny” to their new home. ”
Why Maegan started breeding
I got into breeding when I got my first show dog, Eevee. She is the foundation of Laurelin Goldens and I consider myself extremely lucky to be her partner. Eevee’s offspring will hopefully be my future competition partners for the foreseeable future.
Maegan has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Maegan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Laurelin Goldens meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Golden Retriever
Golden Retriever
About Eevee
Eevee is a high-drive, moderately high energy, eager worker with a can-do attitude! She can go anywhere and do anything I want her to do. She is my constant companion and loyal partner. She is an excellent example of the Golden Retriever breed and I am proud to own her. Eevee has several points toward her AKC Championship, including a 5-point Specialty major and Best of Opposite Sex in Specialty! She is currently in training for high level AKC Obedience competition. Eevee also LOVES dock diving and lure coursing! If you can't tell, her puppies will not be couch potatoes! If you are looking for a couch potato Golden, her puppies are not for you.
Uploaded health tests
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI)
Golden Retriever
Excellent level
Laurelin 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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
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.
Full Embark Panel, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 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).
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.