: Expect to be "interviewed." Ethical breeders prioritize finding suitable homes and will ask about your lifestyle, yard, and experience with dogs.
Golden Retrievers are prone to several hereditary and environmental health issues that owners should monitor.
: A reputable breeder will allow you to visit their facility, meet at least the mother (the "dam"), and observe the environment where puppies are raised.
: Avoid sellers who offer immediate availability, sell multiple unrelated breeds, refuse to show parents, or price puppies significantly below the market average—these are hallmarks of Puppy Mills or Scams . Health Considerations