OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) is a registry, not the organization that performs health testing. Veterinarians, radiologists, and laboratories complete the actual tests, and OFA charges a submission and processing fee to review and publish those results in their public database.
We complete all recommended health testing for our dogs and maintain original veterinary and laboratory certificates for every clearance. These documents are the exact reports that OFA would receive if submitted, and they verify that the testing was performed by licensed professionals using approved methods.
Some results may not appear in the OFA public database simply because the optional registry fee was not submitted for that individual test — not because the testing wasn’t done. Regardless of whether a result is published on OFA’s website, we keep full documentation on file and are always happy to provide copies for transparency.
What matters most is that:
We believe in complete honesty, proper testing, and open communication — and we’re proud to stand behind the health records of every dog we breed.
No — we breed for health, temperament, and structure first. Color is simply a natural variation within the Golden Retriever breed and is never our driving factor when planning a litter.
Golden Retrievers come in a range of shades from very light cream to rich dark gold, all of which are allowed by the breed standard. A dog’s color has no connection to its health, longevity, trainability, or quality — but their genetics, clearances, and temperament absolutely do.
When we choose a breeding pair, we focus on:
Whatever color results from those carefully selected pairings is simply part of the genetic outcome — not the goal.
We are proud to produce Goldens that are not only beautiful, but also mentally sound, physically healthy, and wonderful family companions. Their shade of gold is just the finishing touch.
We use a structured puppy matching process, not first-come, first-served picking. All puppies are evaluated using the AVAdog Temperament Test, which assesses traits such as confidence, drive, social engagement, recovery, and sensitivity.
While families are welcome to share preferences (such as gender, energy level, or goals like companion, sport, or show), final placement is based on how each puppy’s temperament and personality best match the home they’re going to.
This approach helps ensure that high-energy puppies go to active homes, confident puppies go to performance or show homes, and more laid-back puppies go to families looking for a steady companion — setting everyone up for long-term success.
Our goal is not to match puppies based on color or who clicks first, but to create the best possible lifelong partnerships between our puppies and their families.
Yes. All of our puppies receive their first set of core vaccinations at 8 weeks of age before going home. They are also routinely dewormed using Panacur® (fenbendazole) as part of a veterinarian-approved parasite prevention program.
We follow a structured health protocol to ensure every puppy starts life as healthy and protected as possible. Families will receive records of all vaccinations and deworming given, along with guidance for continuing the proper schedule with their veterinarian.
Our goal is to send every puppy home not only happy and well-socialized, but also properly cared for from a medical standpoint.
No. We do not require a spay or neuter. Based on long-term research from the University of California, Davis, delaying sterilization until physical maturity can reduce the risk of certain orthopedic injuries and cancers, especially in larger and sporting breeds like Golden Retrievers.
If a family chooses to spay or neuter their dog, we require that it be done no earlier than 24 months of age, once growth plates have closed and the dog has fully matured.
This policy supports long-term health, sound structure, and overall wellbeing.
🔗 Science-based source:
University of California, Davis – When Should You Neuter or Spay Your Dog to Avoid Health Risks?
https://www.ucdavis.edu/news/when-should-you-neuter-your-dog-avoid-health-risks
Yes — absolutely. Every puppy we place is a lifetime responsibility, and we remain a resource for every family long after a puppy goes home. We are always available for guidance on training, behavior, health, nutrition, grooming, and anything else that comes up over the course of your dog’s life.
If a family ever finds themselves unable to keep their dog, we require that the dog be returned to us rather than being surrendered or rehomed elsewhere. This ensures that every dog we breed is always safe, cared for, and protected.
When you bring a Blastem puppy into your home, you’re not just getting a dog — you’re gaining lifelong breeder support and a safety net for your dog.
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