Our bloodlines excel in the field, on the course, and on the couch. Whether you're seeking a competitive prospect or a loyal family companion, we’re committed to helping you find your perfect pup.
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We don’t just sell puppies—we match them. Through observation and aptitude testing, we get to know each pup’s unique personality and make sure they’re placed in homes where they’ll thrive.
Thoughtful Placements
From birth, our puppies are immersed in real life—handled daily by our four kids, exposed to household noises, and encouraged to explore. They're confident, adaptable, and ready for the world.
Exceptional Socialization
We go beyond basic clearances with full genetic panels and health testing on every parent, ensuring your puppy has the best possible start in life—mentally and physically.
Ethical Breeding
Choosing the right puppy starts with choosing the right breeder. Here’s what sets Appelgate Goldens apart.
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"We had a fantastic experience when purchasing a puppy from Appelgate Goldens."
morrisey Family
They were able help us choose the best match based off of our lifestyle and the puppy’s temperament/personality. He’s been the perfect addition to our family for nearly 10 years, and we didn’t even hesitate to come back to them when deciding to add another puppy to the family.
"We got our Golden, Sammy, from Appelgate Goldens and have been so happy with their service start to finish!"
Crow family
Kaleb and Taylor did a great job during the process to answer all of our questions or concerns. They have a beautiful place where the puppies are born and cared for. We are incredibly pleased with our dog, too—his physical health and temperament are exceptional and he is the perfect fit for our family. I highly recommend using Appelgate Goldens if you’re looking for quality dogs and excellent customer service!
"Nothing but the best things to say about Appelgate Goldens!"
Meghan Paulsen
We’ve been lucky enough to bring home 2 pups from the Appelgate’s over the years. There are countless reasons why we chose Appelgate - being selective about how often they breed, having the puppies interact with their kids, and the Appelgate’s professionalism are just a few reasons. Highly recommend to anyone in the market for a Golden!
"Our family has had the pleasure of having two Appelgate goldens as part of our family."
Kremer Family
Westley (out of Mae’s 2012 litter) and Lucy (out of Mae’s 2015 litter). They have both been the utmost of what we could hope for in a golden retriever. They both excelled at agility, have been featured on multiple Hallmark cards, and most importantly have been incredibly loving and loyal family companions. We also have 2 of Lucy’s offspring that continue to exude many of those traits!
"Appelgate goldens are top-notch!"
Rowan family
Kaleb is very knowledgeable about the breed and always answered any questions I had. My puppy was eager to be trained and is an active therapy dog.
"Ranger is the kind of dog that feels like he was always meant to be part of our family."
Claire Short, Koloa Hunting Goldens, California
He's fit in to our "pack" so seamlessly that it's hard to remember what life was like without him. He's just the sweetest boy you could imagine and is amazing with the kids, other dogs, and cats. He has fantastic hunt drive, a great nose, and is very birdy. His abilities to scent, retrieve, respond to the whistle, & return the dummy to hand have made his field training near automatic. Ranger has all the traits we look for and expect from a well-bred field golden and we're so happy to have him."
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"Working with the Appelgate Family was a blessing to find the best dog to fit into our family."
Mooreman Family
The care and thought they put into getting us the right dog was something I had never experienced. Riley has been an amazing dog for us, we truly could not have asked for a better pup.
"Paladin was the gentlest boy around people and other dogs and was always by our side in the house."
avid Richter, Koloa Hunting Goldens, California
However, in the field he was a different animal. While he was obedient to commands in the field (hand signals, whistle, or voice), once released to hunt he was a determined worker driven to find any hiding or downed bird, whether it was dove, snipe, pheasant, ducks or geese. He was the kind of dog people dream about when they imagine a true field-bred golden."
We are 100% dedicated to responsible breeding practices and know that this might be a new experience for you. Whether you choose an Appelgate golden or find a pup elsewhere, download this free guide to know exactly what to ask before you commit. We’ll walk you through the red flags to watch for, the certifications that matter, and how to spot a breeder who truly puts the dogs first.
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