Southstar Golden Retrievers

Raised by Diane B.

Certified Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • 2 club memberships
  • 100% response rate • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Southstar Golden Retrievers located in Albany, NY. I am dedicated to producing happy and healthy Golden Retrievers. I am looking for homes that do performance with their golden retrievers -- competition obedience, agility, hunt tests, etc.

Diane’s experience

  • About Diane

    I am looking to provide loving families with healthy and correct Golden Retriever puppies. We are small and focused on producing quality in our litters, we never breed for quantity.

  • What makes Diane’s program special

    We are a small and focused program dedicated to bettering our program and the breed with each litter we produce.

  • Diane is a member of 2 clubs

    Hudson Valley Golden Retriever Club, Golden Retriever Club of America

Puppies

Ms. Blue

Available

Female • Ready Feb. 19

Golden Retriever

Mr. Red

Available

Male • Ready Feb. 19

Golden Retriever

Ms. Orange

Reserved

Female • Went Home Feb. 19

Golden Retriever

Mr. Purple

Reserved

Male • Went Home Feb. 19

Golden Retriever

Mr. Black

Reserved

Male • Went Home Feb. 19

Golden Retriever

Ms. Green

Reserved

Female • Went Home Feb. 19

Golden Retriever

Ms. Pink

Reserved

Female • Went Home Feb. 19

Golden Retriever

Mr. Brown

Reserved

Male • Went Home Feb. 19

Golden Retriever

Mr. Blue

Reserved

Male • Went Home Feb. 19

Golden Retriever

Girl 5

Reserved

Female • Went Home Feb. 19

Golden Retriever

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn Golden Retrievers from Frankie and Vista

Born Dec. 2024. Ready Feb. 19

Newborn Golden Retrievers from Frankie and Vista

Born Dec. 2024

Ready Feb. 19

Getting a puppy from Diane

Diane 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.

Price

Puppy prices range from $2,800 and include a refundable deposit of $300.

“My price includes AKC registration, microchipping, first round of vaccinations, eye and heart checks, ESI (Early Scent Introduction), ENS (early neurological stimulation), early socialization and the beginnings of cratetraining and NYS sales tax. ”

Contract and health guarantee

Diane 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 Diane 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 Diane directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

We use Avidog. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Various sounds, Car rides, Surface & tactile stimulation, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with children, Daily handling, Socialized in new places, and Scent introduction.

Puppy health practices

Our puppies will be vet-checked, vaccinated, and dewormed before leaving for their new homes.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Puppy starter kit, Vet records, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Initial potty training, Food & treats, Microchip, and Registration.

Bringing your puppy home

Diane offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Albany, NY or nearby

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.

“I do not ship puppies. Owners can pick their puppy up at my home. All send-offs include a woods walk, weather dependent.”

More about Diane

  • Diane has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Diane was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Diane’s links

Diane is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Southstar 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

Meet Diane's parent dogs

All breeds

Golden Retriever

Parent health testing

Golden Retriever

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Southstar 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.

  • Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, 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).