If you're searching for the best Golden Retriever breeders in Hobart, you've come to the right guide! Given the popularity of this family-friendly and active dog breed, it is no surprise people are rushing to buy one.
With this guide, you'll be able to select from registered Golden Retriever breeders in and around Hobart and learn more about how to buy a puppy online and what you should expect from breeders.
Searching for the right breeder online can be challenging if you don't know what to look for. Unfortunately, puppy mills and backyard breeders are still rife in the breeding community, so you must buy your Golden Retriever pup safely and responsibly online.
You'll find the list below a trusted source as we at Pets Online only approve of breeders recognised by registries and clubs like the Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), Tasmanian Golden Retriever Club (TGRC), and the Tasmanian Canine Association (Dogs Tasmania).
Established in 1989, Wakatabu is a small kennel that breeds their dogs from strong bloodlines. All their Golden Retriever puppies are vaccinated, micro-chipped, wormed, and vet checked, and their parents are fully health screened. Wakatabu also provides new owners with a personalised puppy pack with additional care essentials.
Heathbrook is a small kennel located in the picturesque valley under the beautiful Meehan Range. They are members of the Tasmanian Golden Retriever Club and have been breeding and showing for 22 years. They breed their Golden Retriever puppies with a gentle nature and wonderful temperament.
Goldlake is a member of Dogs Tasmania and the Tasmanian Golden Retriever Club; a kennel committed to breeding sound, true-to-type Golden Retrievers with an emphasis on excellent temperaments. All dogs have strong pedigrees from top Australia, UK, and European bloodlines with great success in the show ring.
Darlene Petterwood has been a Registered breeder for 38 years, offering both show dogs and family pets. She welcomes interested parties to join her waiting list. Her puppies are often sold before birth, owing to repeat customers or referrals from friends of friends. Anyone interested in learning more about this fantastic breed, or wishing to be placed on her list, is encouraged to reach out for additional information.
In Hobart, you can find Golden Retriever puppies for $650, but for a quality pup, you'll be paying upwards of $2500-$6000. The price can depend heavily on the puppy's pedigree.
To ensure you're receiving a healthy puppy, you should always receive the following paperwork: - A Purchase Contract - Your puppy's record that they've been vaccinated, micro-chipped, and vet checked - A Pedigree or Breed Club Certificate - Health Test Results
Many unsuspecting buyers presume that ads like "Puppies for sale" or related ads on classified ad websites like Facebook and Gumtree are perfectly normal, which is not the case. It is recommended to never purchase a puppy online from a picture alone. Instead, you should buy through a breeder registered on websites like ANKC or other recognised breed clubs/registries.
Follow this guideline to ensure you're protecting yourself when choosing a breeder: - Always research your breeder and know their reputation. - Contact your breeder and ask questions about the puppy's pedigree and history. - Visit the puppy at the breeder's home. - Ensure that the puppy has all the necessary paperwork listed above. - If you go through with the purchase, always collect the puppy at the breeder's home.