About Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Goldendoodles and Labradoodles

Many interested adopters associate Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Doodles, and dogs “with hearts of gold” with being great family dogs, but there is much more that comes along with the breed. These dogs, in particular, are some of the smartest, most energetic dogs around, and learning the basics is a great place to start in understanding if a DVGRR dog is right for you. Once you are sure, you can visit our AVAILABLE DVGRR DOGS. These dogs are all ready for their forever homes. Remember, not all DVGRR Dogs are on the website and many are going through our program and will be available soon!

Breed Info

Learn about the Golden Retriever Breed: Learn why Goldens are one of the most popular dogs and their typical characteristics
Learn about the Labrador Retriever Breed: Learn more about Labs in our program.
Learn about the Goldendoodle and Labradoodle Breed: Learn more about Doodles in our program.
So You Want a Golden Retriever Puppy: Learn important information before opting for a puppy, including the important questions you must ask the breeder as well as questions to ask yourself to ensure you are ready for a Golden Retriever puppy.
How to Raise a Well-Mannered Dog: Dogs don’t automatically know how to live in the human world, so if they’re denied proper training, they grow up to be less than ideal members of the community. If they’re to reach their full potential as our loving, loyal, lifelong companions and helpers, they need a little help. Read this book to learn what you can do to have a well-mannered dog.