Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our Golden Retriever puppies, breeding practices, waitlist, pricing, deposits, pickup, and shipping.
Golden Maple Retrievers FAQ
We want every family to feel informed, confident, and supported before bringing home one of our family-raised Golden Retriever puppies in Canada.
1. Are you an ethical Golden Retriever breeder in Canada?
Yes. We are committed to ethical breeding, family-based raising, responsible placement, and producing healthy Golden Retriever puppies for loving homes.
2. Where are you located?
We are located in Ontario, Canada, and we proudly work with families across Canada and beyond.
3. Do you raise puppies in your home?
Yes. Our puppies are family-raised with daily socialization, human interaction, and early exposure to normal home sounds and routines.
4. Are your parent dogs health tested?
Yes. We prioritize health-focused pairing and responsible breeding practices. Specific parent health details may be shared directly upon request.
5. What makes your puppies different?
Our puppies are raised with a focus on health, temperament, early development, ethical care, and thoughtful placement into loving homes.
6. Do you have Golden Retriever puppies available now?
Availability can vary throughout the year. Please contact us or submit an application to check current availability and upcoming litters.
7. Can I join a waitlist?
Yes. Families can apply to join our waitlist for planned and upcoming litters. Waitlist placement helps us match each puppy carefully and responsibly.
8. How do I apply for a puppy?
You can complete our application form so we can learn more about your home, lifestyle, and what you are looking for in a puppy.
9. How much are your Golden Retriever puppies?
Our current puppy price is C$2,400. This was set below several current Canadian Golden Retriever breeder prices.
10. Do you require a deposit?
Yes. We require a deposit to reserve a puppy or confirm an approved placement.
11. How much deposit is required to reserve a puppy?
We require a 65% deposit to reserve a puppy. Based on our current puppy price of C$2,400, the deposit is C$1,560.
12. Is the deposit refundable?
Yes. Our deposit is 95% refundable under approved terms. We retain 5% as an administrative and reservation processing fee.
13. How much would I get back if my refund is approved?
On our current deposit of C$1,560, the refundable amount is C$1,482. The retained 5% administrative portion is C$78.
14. What reasons may qualify for a deposit refund review?
Reasonable cases may include serious personal or family emergencies, medical hardship, housing or relocation issues, major financial hardship, breeder-side litter timing changes, or situations where the match is no longer suitable.
15. Can my deposit be transferred instead of refunded?
Yes. Approved deposits may be transferred to a future litter, held as credit, or gifted as a credit to another approved family member or recipient.
16. What is included with my puppy?
Typically, puppies may go home with vaccination records, deworming record, care guidance, and transition information. You can customize this answer later with your exact puppy package.
17. At what age can puppies go home?
Puppies go home at an age that aligns with proper development, readiness, and breeder policy.
18. Do you offer a health guarantee?
Yes. We provide a health-focused commitment to every family. Please see our Health Guarantee page for details.
19. Can I choose my puppy?
Our puppy matching process is designed to consider temperament, family lifestyle, and individual puppy traits. In some cases, families may have input depending on timing and selection order.
20. Do you allow visits?
Visits may be offered based on our schedule, litter age, health safety protocols, and family readiness. Please contact us for our current visitation policy.
21. Are your puppies socialized?
Yes. Early socialization is an important part of our raising program, helping puppies gain confidence and adapt well to family life.
22. Do you begin crate or potty training?
We may begin basic routines and developmental exposure depending on litter age and schedule.
23. What food are puppies started on?
We begin puppies on a quality feeding program appropriate for their age and development. Families receive transition guidance before pickup or delivery.
24. Do you sell puppies internationally?
International placement may be available depending on destination country rules, airline policies, veterinary requirements, and our breeding schedule.
25. Can you ship a puppy within Canada?
Yes, transport options may be available depending on your location and the safest travel arrangement for the puppy.
26. Do you ship to the United States?
Potentially, yes. Cross-border placement depends on current regulations, vaccination timing, health certification requirements, and destination import policies.
27. Do you help with international shipping paperwork?
We can guide families on required paperwork and shipping considerations, but requirements vary by country and airline. Always confirm import rules in advance.
28. What documents are needed for puppy shipping?
This may include a health certificate, vaccination record, travel crate requirements, airline approval, and destination import documents depending on where the puppy is going.
29. Are travel or shipping fees included in puppy pricing?
No. Travel, delivery, shipping, crates, and veterinary travel paperwork are quoted separately unless specifically included in writing.
30. What if I live far away?
We are happy to discuss safe options for pickup, travel arrangements, and whether your location can be accommodated responsibly.
31. Do you offer breeding rights?
Breeding rights, if offered at all, would be considered very selectively and only under approved terms. Most puppies are placed as family companions.
32. Do you take back dogs if a family cannot keep one?
Responsible breeders care deeply about lifelong placement. If a family can no longer keep their dog, we ask that they contact us first so we can discuss the best next step.
33. Are Golden Retrievers good family dogs?
Yes. Golden Retrievers are known for being loyal, affectionate, intelligent, and wonderful companions for families, children, and active households.
34. How much exercise do Golden Retrievers need?
They are active dogs that benefit from daily exercise, play, mental stimulation, and ongoing family engagement.
35. How do I get started?
The best first step is to complete our application or contact us directly so we can learn more about your family and help guide you through the next steps.
Still Have Questions?
We are always happy to help. Reach out to learn more about our Golden Retriever puppies, waitlist, pricing, deposits, pickup options, or upcoming litters.