My partner and I made the big decision to get a puppy and were really nervous since we live in Brooklyn, NY. But once we found Goldens Retreat, our nerves were immediately calmed. Cathy and Tim were super welcoming and supportive and helped us identify a litter that worked with our timing, and a puppy that fit our lifestyle. Once we picked Claire and she knew which puppy was coming to Brooklyn, they worked with Claire to make sure she was used to loud noises and traffic sounds. They day they drove Claire to us was such a special day and all the days since have been equally as. She's the best thing in the world. She's precocious, independent, brave, personable, loves attention and isn't scared of anything. We've had some bumps with our little girl along the way and Cathy has been there for us every step. They truly do feel like family and I couldn't be happier with our decision. Just look at her!
Hi Cathy, Our family would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for our beautiful new addition. From the moment we found out about your puppies we were excited. Your website provided us with background and information about your experience raising pups. You kept me updated and sent pictures but beyond that you allowed us to meet the puppies and observe them so we could decide which one was the perfect fit for our family and our older dog Leo. I loved the fact they were socialized and played with and handled and exposed to several different environments. We are so grateful for your kindness and love to the dogs. Louie is so sweet and gentle. He is also very smart. I’m thinking about taking him to be a therapy dog . You did an amazing job raising him the first 8 weeks. Thank you again. He’s perfect.
My wife and I are lucky enough to have a dog from Golden's Retreat in our home. Doug is 6 months old and we just love him to death. Not only is he adorable but his personality is so playful and fun. We had an excellent experience purchasing Doug. Cathy and her husband brought him to our home to meet our other dog, a Bernese Mountain dog, and to make sure he would be a good fit for our family. They answered all our questions and showed us pictures of his parents. They took all the time in the world to allow us to play with him and let the 2 dogs meet and play. The best thing I can say about Cathy and her family is that they love their puppies and want to be absolutely sure they fit the family they are going to and the surroundings so they grow up happy and healthy.
Cathy and her husband then delivered Doug to us at our home and brought anything they knew we would need. She brought a blanket that was rubbed on Doug's mom and litter mates so he would have their scent to calm him. We have stayed in touch with them sending pictures as Doug grows. I can't say enough good things about the experience, our puppy or Cathy and her family. I would highly recommend Golden's Retreat and you should consider yourself lucky if you are able to bring one of her dogs home to your family.
Goldens retreat have been the best breeders I have ever experienced. Ever since the beginning they were very communicative with FaceTime calls and text messages. They kept me updated as he was growing up and made it all so simple. They even brought my puppy (Rory) all the way to Charlotte,NC from Pennsylvania. He was groomed right before and I was so happy when he arrived at my front door. He is the best thing that has ever happened to me. He’s an amazing dog, very playful, loyal, funny/goofy, loving and smart! Goldens retreat knows exactly what they’re doing when it comes to breeding the best English cream retrievers. They are such amazing dogs. I couldn’t imagine my life without Rory and I’m so thankful for Goldens Retreat and everything they have done. They even brought him to me with a goody bag of food, a ball, and a framed puppy picture of him. He’s been growing fast and healthy and developing a bigger personality every day. I’m so thankful and when Rory needs a brother or sister I will be going back to them.
Our family had been looking for a golden retriever for some time and after doing a good bit of research, complete with meeting other breeders we chose Cathy with Goldens Retreat. Her personal and professional knowledge of the breed and the excellent lineage of her dogs , along with her prompt communication made her our choice. We ended up selecting a male English cream, but upon meeting the tiniest one of the litter we fell in love. Cathy and her family had bottle fed her, loved her and ensured her health with genetic testing. We wanted her as well and her and our big boy were bonded. We brought home Finn first and Cathy kept Lil’Bit several more weeks to fatten her up. Both pups have been everything we wanted and more. Excellent family dogs, that even take commands from our 3 yr old daughter. Loving and eager to please, as well easy to train. Gorgeous examples of English creams with a stocker build, soft coat and mellow attitude. Lil’Bit is merely a smaller version, our petite girl is in perfect health. These dogs elicit reactions wherever they go and people are drawn to them.
In addition, Cathy ensures the pups health by feeding all her dogs the best all natural food and vitamins. Pups are vet checked, vaccinated and microchipped for safety. All paperwork is sent home in order, leash, comb, toy, info on training, food recommendations, as well as a framed puppy pic! Cathy sends her babies out the door well stocked and freshly bathed, which is testament to her care and attention to detail.
A dog from Goldensretreat is an investment that more than worthwhile. These pups become family members.
My experience of working in the veterinary field for many years and only adopting rescue dogs, I felt that I possessed a good understanding of what it takes to be a reputable and responsible breeder. Unfortunately, many breeders fall short and are involved in the business for the wrong reasons, but Cathy really cares who her pups are going home with and it shows. To say our family recommends Cathy and her family’s pups would be an understatement. We are very lucky to have found them!