Wild Hearts Goldens

Raised by Kristin S.

Certified Breeder of Golden Retrievers

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Wild Hearts Goldens located in League City, TX. Golden Retrievers are the best! We raise our dogs and puppies in our home to help set the foundation for happy and confident puppies to transition well into their forever homes. It’s a privilege to have the opportunity to make an impact on each individual puppy!

Kristin’s experience

  • About Kristin

    I'm Kristin, the breeder behind Wild Hearts Goldens. My husband, daughter, and I raise our golden retrievers in our home from the time they are puppies through adulthood. Between the three of us, someone is always at home to care for and love on our sweet dogs.

  • What makes Kristin’s program special

    Our puppies are given love and affection from the first day they’re born and receive lots of attention and socialization. We follow the Puppy Culture program and our puppies are exposed to Early Scent Introduction (ESI), and Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS).

  • Kristin’s certifications & recognitions

    Puppy Culture Breeder, DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology)

Puppies

Girl 1

Reserved

Female • Went Home Mar. 19, 2024

Golden Retriever

Boy 3

Reserved

Male • Went Home Mar. 19, 2024

Golden Retriever

Boy 1

Reserved

Male • Went Home Mar. 19, 2024

Golden Retriever

Boy 2

Reserved

Male • Went Home Mar. 19, 2024

Golden Retriever

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn Golden Retrievers from Sammy and Clementine

Born Jan. 2024. Ready Mar. 20, 2024

Newborn Golden Retrievers from Sammy and Clementine

Born Jan. 2024

Ready Mar. 20, 2024

Getting a puppy from Kristin

Kristin 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 $2,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200.

“This includes a limited AKC Certificate ($500 extra for full registration). Puppies will have been dewormed and given their first round of vaccinations. A non-refundable $200 deposit is required to reserve a puppy. Then a non-refundable $300 deposit is required when you pick out your puppy at 6 weeks old. The remaining balance is due at the time of puppy pickup.”

Contract and health guarantee

Kristin 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 Kristin 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 Kristin directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are given love and affection from the first day they’re born and receive lots of attention and socialization. We follow the Puppy Culture program and our puppies are exposed to Early Scent Introduction (ESI), and Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS). I utilize the following enrichment methods: Puppy Culture , Noises , Scents, Toys, e.g. Ball, Early Neurological Stimulation, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Stairs and Obstacles, Indoor and outdoor play; physical and mental stimulation , ENS, Scent Introduction, Litter Box Trained, Noise desensitization, Sit Command, Human Interactions , Puppy Culture , Service Dog Training, Crate Training, and Potty Training.

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Puppy health practices

All puppies have been dewormed and received their first set of vaccinations around 7 weeks old. They also receive a nose to tail check up by our vet. Our parents are genetically clear through Embark testing and completed OFA testing for heart, eyes, hips and elbows!

Extras

We send our puppies home with Toy with Littermates' Scent, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Puppy Collar, Food Starter Bag, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, and AKC Registration.

Bringing your puppy home

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

Pick up your puppy in League City, TX 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.

“We don't ship our puppies, but we would be happy to welcome you into our home or meet you at the nearest airport!”

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.

More about Kristin

  • Why Kristin started breeding

    We discovered our love for goldens several years ago when we brought home our first boy, Thor. He is by far the calmest, most laid-back dog I've ever known, and everyone loves him. When he was just a puppy, we discovered he had Ichthyosis, a skin condition that causes his skin to flake, causing dandruff. While Thor was otherwise healthy, we decided to have him neutered and planned to welcome more goldens into our home for breeding. Not only because they are the best dogs ever, but because we want to improve the genetics of goldens for many years to come, which is why we health test our dogs.

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  • Kristin has been a member of Good Dog for almost 1 year

    Kristin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Kristin’s program includes two colors

    Kristin’s Golden Retriever puppies include golden and light golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Kristin’s links

Kristin is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Wild Hearts Goldens 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 Kristin's parent dogs

All breeds

Golden Retriever

Parent health testing

Golden Retriever

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Wild Hearts 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.

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

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