Looking for a Golden Retriever breeder in Pennsylvania? These 7 programs offer a starting point for comparing locations, puppy processes, and contact options. The order is for reference, not a quality ranking.
Last reviewed: October 2026. We checked breeder websites, contact details, and the images used below. Litter availability and terms may change; confirm them directly.
How we reviewed this directory
We revisited the listings in the earlier version of this article, checked their current websites, and corrected the links and published contact details. Tarameg announced its retirement from raising puppies in February 2026. SnowWater’s domain no longer resolves; True Magic and Weber’s former domains no longer provide breeder websites; and Eden’s listed site returned an error with no confirmed replacement. Those entries were removed. PuppySpot was removed from the local breeder list because it is a marketplace. LoCo Meadows, Stoney Ridge, and Star Country now use working replacement pages.
This was a website review. We did not inspect facilities, interview buyers, or independently verify health records for individual dogs. Inclusion is a research lead, not an endorsement or guarantee. Ask each breeder for the records and contract relevant to the litter you are considering.
Golden Retriever breeders in Pennsylvania
1. LoCo Meadows
Connie and Lonny Hackenburg’s LoCo Meadows program works with Standard Poodles and Golden Retrievers. Its new site labels Golden Retriever inquiries as future 2028 plans, so this is a longer-term lead. Use the application process, confirm the timing, and arrange any visit in advance.
- Location: Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania
- Phone: 570-274-1333
- Website or contact page: LoCo Meadows
2. Hillock Golden Retrievers
Tammy Tomlinson’s Hillock program describes its Golden Retrievers and placement terms on its website. The older site works over HTTP, but its HTTPS address did not connect when checked. Contact Tammy for current plans and request the records and contract for your intended litter.
- Location: Ligonier, Pennsylvania
- Phone: 412-601-0235
- Email: [email protected]
- Website or contact page: Hillock Golden Retrievers
3. Stoney Ridge Goldens
Stoney Ridge now has a different contact page and email address. It publishes litter, dog, and purchase-agreement information. Sarah is listed at the phone below; the contact page also lists Terry at 570-419-4104. Ask for current plans and both parents’ health records.
- Location: Montoursville, Pennsylvania
- Phone: 570-220-3856
- Email: [email protected]
- Website or contact page: Stoney Ridge Goldens
4. Harborview Golden Retrievers
Jennifer Craig’s Harborview program describes its dogs’ show and performance activities and publishes a puppy questionnaire. The contact page asks for more than a brief availability inquiry. Introduce your household and plans, and review the puppy information before emailing.
- Location: Erie, Pennsylvania
- Email: [email protected]
- Website or contact page: Harborview Golden Retrievers
5. Star Country Goldens
Lamar Meyers’ Star Country program now has a dedicated website with application and reservation information. The site describes its parent testing and puppy care. Request the actual records for both parents and confirm the current deposit, refund, and purchase terms before applying.
- Location: Mercersburg, Pennsylvania
- Phone: 717-884-8021
- Email: [email protected]
- Website or contact page: Star Country Goldens
6. OPK Goldens
Chrissy Harp’s OPK program publishes its Golden Retrievers, planned litters, and puppy application. It also describes trained and retired dogs, which have different placement arrangements. Clarify which type of dog you are seeking and review the relevant records and contract.
- Location: Marienville, Pennsylvania
- Phone: 814-229-7495
- Email: [email protected]
- Website or contact page: OPK Goldens
7. Bryeridge Goldens
Mary Jo Kline’s Bryeridge program describes its dogs and publishes available-puppy and adult-dog information. Its current contact page confirms the details below. Ask about the proposed pairing, parent records, and placement terms rather than relying on general health claims.
- Location: Tionesta, Pennsylvania
- Phone: 814-493-1045
- Email: [email protected]
- Website or contact page: Bryeridge Goldens
What to check before choosing a breeder
The Golden Retriever Club of America’s breeder-selection guide recommends examining health certifications, the contract, and how puppies are raised. Use these questions when contacting a program:
- Can you provide hip, elbow, eye, and heart clearance records for both parents, with their registered names?
- Where are the puppies raised, and can I arrange a visit to meet the mother and see their living conditions?
- How are puppies socialized, and how do you match them with families?
- May I read the contract, health guarantee, deposit terms, and return policy before paying?
- What veterinary records and support come with a puppy?
A working website and a breeder’s own claims do not independently establish the quality of a breeding program. Compare the documents, ask follow-up questions, and take your time before making a commitment.
Choosing your next step
Start with programs whose location and approach suit your family, then compare their answers and documentation. If a listing is out of date, leave a comment with the breeder’s name and a link to the corrected information.
