AKC English Golden Retrievers

 
 

From our family to you!

 
 
  • AKC Member

They’re here..
then gone!

All puppies have their forever home!
Next litter in October will go home in
December 2024!

Zoe’s & Odin’s third litter has come and gone! They were all super cute and all were reserved before their go-home date of April 26-28, 2024. You can see them all here to get an idea of how adorable they were. If you are interested in a Boise Golden puppy, you can get on our contact list for our next litter or even reserve one today. Check out the link below for more information!

Raised in a home with ❤︎

We aren’t a big breeder! In fact, that is part of our philosophy of breeding. We believe dogs were meant to be companions for people, so we only want to have and raise dogs WITH people! So, no big kennels here! No dogs who are bred and then shipped off when they are done breeding. No dogs living in our garage or shed. Only dogs who are our pets and who live with us (or a guardian family!), in our house(s), sharing life together!

That is great news for you! Our puppies are born and raised in our house. When they are not sleeping or eating, they are roaming our house or our back yard (with a family member watching them of course!), and learning how to have new experiences, interact with people and other animals, and enjoy this great world!

That also means we raise them like we would want them raised if they were going to be our forever dogs! In addition to all the health screenings that we do prior to breeding to ensure these will be healthy dogs, we try to train your puppy as much as possible, as early as possible.

  • We do ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation) and ESI (Early Scent Introduction) with all our puppies, both of which are shown to increase the lifespan of a dog and increase their cognitive awareness (how smart they are!).

  • We trim nails regularly and touch them while eating to train against food aggression. They get regular outings, so they are introduced to many people, noises, and sounds. We also give them stimulation through many new noises and experiences at our house (they are all used to the vacuum!)

  • We work on “manding” with all puppies and other command training.

  • We begin the process of potty training (many are almost totally trained by go-home time).

  • We give them love and much, much, more!

If you are interested, we are always happy to talk more about our dogs and our goals in breeding and raising great puppies. Contact us any time!

What People Are Saying

  • "Boise Goldens is by far the best!"

    Over the years I’ve worked with several breeders, Boise Goldens is by far the best! Katie and Ryan always made themselves available for questions and even dropping by to visit the puppies. (They even set up a time we could bring our 9 year old dog to meet the litter.) With each visit, Katie would go over how the puppies are growing and how they are progressing with their training- Yes, training! The time this family puts into these puppies is nothing short of amazing. Our sweet boy adjusted so well because of the love and care this family gave him. It’s been a while since we’ve had a puppy in the house, Katie still makes herself available for questions. It’s evident Boise Goldens puts their heart into each dog, they love this breed and care more about the health and welfare of these puppies than making a buck… a rare find in breeders.

    S.R.

  • "The entire process was organized and smooth."

    Our family cannot rave more about our experience adopting our precious and adventurous Huck into our family. Katie helped us from the first moment we inquired about a puppy and their family truly loves and cares for their dogs. The entire process was organized and smooth. Huck had started the potty training process and was already sleeping through the night when he came home to us thanks to Katie's training and organization. Huck is healthy, happy and well socialized. We love you Eagy family! Thank you!

    The Bentley Family

  • "Working with Boise Goldens in selecting and bringing home our sweet puppy was the best experience!"

    Working with Katie and Ryan at Boise Goldens in selecting and bringing home our sweet puppy was the best experience! It was clear in the weeks that followed bringing him home that they had done a lot of work with him that helped make the transition into our family smoother than we had anticipated. We were so thankful that he had been in such a loving, healthy, and playful home the first eight weeks. Their website answered many questions for us being, essentially, first time dog owners and Katie was wonderful about answering any and all questions via email. We definitely recommend Boise Goldens!

    Melissa & Steve

  • "My experience with Boise Golden’s was absolutely wonderful!"

    My experience with Boise Golden’s was absolutely wonderful. When speaking with Katie for the first time in order to acquire more information about their litter, it was clear how much these pups meant to this sweet family. It was so comforting knowing the puppies got an abundance of care, love, socialization, and attention. The family even took the time to send videos/pictures and went above and beyond answering questions and providing any assistance needed. I would recommend anyone and everyone to Boise Golden’s!

    Brooke K.

  • "Boise Golden's was a pleasure to work with!"

    Boise Golden's was a pleasure to work with and they provided us with an excellent addition to our family. Our new puppy is healthy, well socialized, and a joy to have. Boise Golden's was very helpful with all of our questions and helped us with advice and great recommendations.

    Alexandra B.

  • "We could not have wished for a better experience"

    We could not have wished for a better experience with “Sophie”. I’d recommend Boise Goldens to anyone. She had a fantastic base in her training and was very well socialized. Thank you, she’s perfect!

    Anjelina M.

  • "Boise Goldens was so easy and a pleasure to work with!"

    Boise Goldens was so easy and a pleasure to work with! We knew what was happening every step of the way. Our Butters girl is happy, healthy and full of love. Perfect addition to our family!

    Christina D

Follow each litter’s journey on our socials!

 
Hello! I’m Katie, the face behind Boise Goldens and the one responding to your messages, questions, and puppy applications ☺️ We are blessed to have three English Goldens in our family and love each of them like crazy! I am happy to answer any
Elvis, Finn, Gunner, Teddy, Luna & MJ — Happy birthday, puppies!
Now that the pups are settled in their new homes, Zoe and her BFF Pax are enjoying a beautiful spring in Boise! #boisegoldens #ecgr#englishcreamgoldenretriever #englishcreamgoldenretrievers #goldenretriever #goldenretrievers #goldenretrieverpuppy #pu

Boise Goldens Went Viral!

Who would have imagined that eleven puppies staring out of their pen at 6AM in the morning would go viral? Well, maybe just EVERY DOG LOVER EVER! They are so stinking cute!

  • Yes, they really are all standing there on their own.

  • Nope, no one staged it. This is what every morning is like.

  • Yes, there was no poop in the pen first thing in the morning (feedings at 6AM, 12PM, and 6PM and lots of play and potty outside before bed!).

  • Yes, the little guy in the back—Stanley—is super polite and cute!

  • Yes, those are custom Adrian Pearsall style couches in the background. (Way go to M&M Creative Upholstery!)

12 million+ views so far!

Way to go everybody! You did it! Extra treats tonight! Give us a like and follow us on Facebook or Instagram to get fun updates like this one or up-to-date litter information.

Why “English” Golden Retrievers?

It is important for any reputable breeder to acknowledge that there is only ONE AKC recognized breed called a Golden Retriever. That is it! All dogs that carry the Golden Retriever name are one breed. However, due to the popularity of the breed, and the fact that there is a huge ocean between the main breeding arenas for Golden Retrievers (the United States and Europe), there have been distinctions that have developed over time between the American lineage and the European lineage. And some of these distinctions can mean a big difference for you as a dog owner!

What are often called “English Golden Retrievers” or “English Creams” are usually dogs from the European lineage in contrast to the “American” Golden Retriever lineage. You can learn more about the general distinction between English & American Goldens here.

Sadly, some people have decided the “white” or “cream” color is what is important and have focused only on that aspect of the lineage. A good breeder will NEVER breed solely for color. While it is true that this lineage tends to have a lighter color, what is more important is several of the genetic and temperamental aspects of this lineage.

The European lineage has several advantages both in genetics and behavior. Overall, the European lineage has a lower risk of cancer, hip-dysplasia, and other genetic issues (there has largely been better oversight in European countries of their breeding programs than in the United States). Additionally, the European lineage is known for their “off-switch", an ability to play when you want to play, and be your snuggle-buddy when you want to chill. You can learn more about English Golden Retrievers here.

We have fallen in love with this breed and this particular lineage and would love to see more English Golden Retrievers in good homes!

Meet Our Dogs

  • Zoe

    Zoe is our sweet mama dog, always wanting someone to love and look over. You will usually find her with her head on your lap and paw gently nudging you to pet her. She loves to run and, fetch, but has that wonderful English Golden “off-switch” when we are ready to sit and rest a bit!

    Read More About Zoe!

  • Pax

    Pax is our beloved youngest child, and the reason why dog breeding can be very expensive! Hailing from Romania, Pax is a fantastic example of a European Golden Retriever but his hips aren’t good enough for breeding, so he is the fun uncle now to all the puppies who he loves playing with!

    Read More About Pax!

  • Ami

    Ami is our old man: the first English Golden Retriever we purchased and who made us fall in love with the breed. He is gentle, happy, always patient with a small child poking in his mouth or ears. He loves toys with squeakers, and always finds a way to get them out, an will even share with the puppies!

    Read More About Ami!

I can find a puppy cheaper than these!

Maybe! But like anything else in life, you usually get what you pay for. We believe in the way we raise our puppies and believe that a well-bred, cared-for, and trained puppy will make for a much happier experience for both the dog and owner. There are many things that go into being a responsible breeder, and it isn’t cheap. We are definitely not getting rich from breeding dogs—we do it for the love of this breed and to bring enjoyment to others in owning a great dog. Whether you purchase one of our puppies or from someone else, it may help you to learn more about how responsible breeders work, their costs, and things you should be asking other breeders you are talking to.

Steps to owning a Boise Golden puppy

This is an overview. See our Adoption Process page for a full description.

Step 1:
Application

If you are interested in learning more about our dogs or reserving a puppy for an upcoming litter, please first fill out our Puppy Application.

Learn More

Step 2:
Approved! General Reservation or Contact List?

Yay! You are approved for a Boise Goldens puppy! Are you ready to commit to this litter and reserve a puppy? Getting on our General Reservation List requires a non-refundable (generally-see below for exceptions), non-transferable deposit of $500 (five-hundred dollars) and secures your order for a spot on our Gender Reservation List at week two. If you aren’t ready to commit yet or want a specific gender, our Contact List is a free way for an approved applicant to be notified before the general public when this litter is open for Gender Reservations at two weeks old.

Learn More

Step 3:
Gender Reservation List

At the two-week-old mark we open up our Gender Reservation List where approved applicants can reserve an available gender slot for picking a specific puppy at week six. Our General Reservation List people get first selection of the available gender (in order of the list). If we still have puppies available after the General Reservation List has selected, new applicants can reserve an available male or female puppy with a $500 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit. At this point you are guaranteed a puppy (barring acts of God) of your desired gender from this litter!

Learn More

Step 4:
Puppy Selection

At six weeks old we will have completed temperament testing and early training, and we will work with you to match the perfect puppy for you! By now we have spent lots of time with each puppy and are able to help give you our recommendation of a specific puppy to fit your family and lifestyle. The choice is ultimately yours.

Learn More

Step 5:
Pick-Up Day!

Puppy pick up day is a very special day.  We will be contacting you and scheduling a time that works best for you to pick up your new puppy.  We will then provide you with a "puppy folder" and all sorts of other wonderful information and items to get you off to the best start possible.  Your puppy will be freshly bathed, started on all sorts of training, and ready to become a part of your family! 

Learn More

Contact Us

Boise Goldens, LLC
Ryan & Katie Eagy
PO Box 5211
Boise, ID 83705