Bringing home a Golden Retriever is a big commitment—and we want to make sure it’s the right fit for both you and your puppy. Here’s how our process works:
Submit an application
Before applying, please take time to read through our website to learn about who we are, our dogs, and the responsibilities of bringing home a puppy.
Adopting a Golden Retriever is a lifelong commitment, and we want you to feel confident it’s the right fit. Once ready, complete and submit our Adoption Application form.
personal connection
If we feel you may be a good fit, we’ll arrange a personal phone conversation.
If all feels right, we’ll invite you for a visit—ideally with the whole family—so we can get to know you better and match the right pup to your home.
Reserve your puppy
Once adoption is confirmed, a $500 non-refundable deposit secures your puppy.
Puppies are priced between $2,100–$2,500 CAD plus GST, including CKC registration and microchipping.
Adoption day
You’ll receive updates throughout the process, including notices of successful breeding, puppy birth announcements, and weekly photos as they grow.
At 8 weeks old, after vet checks and microchipping, your new puppy will be ready to go home.
Current Litters
Indi (Indian Summer) and Jepp’s pups arrived September 22, 2025.
She has 5 girls and 7 boys. Yes 12 pups! They will be homed around Nov 22.
Please see Indi’s profile on the Our Dogs page. Jepp is a “borrowed” male from IDABFAB kennels. He’s a beautiful big easy. He is of the British show retriever line. Both are of great bloodlines.
Upcoming Litters
We are excited to announce two upcoming litters due in October 2025, with puppies ready to go home in December 2025.
Dakoda x Phoenix Boy
Dakoda is a perfect blend of field and show lines. She’s an active mountain dog who loves adventure but also knows how to relax at home.
Akita x Phoenix Boy
Akita is a devoted family dog with a wonderful temperament, making her an excellent match for Phoenix Boy’s steady and gentle nature.
If you are interested in one of these litters, please complete our Adoption Application form, and we’ll be in touch.
Health Guarantee
It is important to us that your experience with one of our Chinook Golden puppies is a positive one. To the best of our knowledge, each puppy is healthy at the time of sale. Our Health Guarantee is as follows:
Healthy Start
Every Chinook Golden puppy is examined by a veterinarian and is guaranteed to be in good health at the time of sale.
Puppies receive their first vaccinations, are microchipped, and have a full physical exam before going home.
This contract is valid only for the original purchaser and is not transferable.
Hip, Elbow & Eye Coverage
We warranty against hip and elbow dysplasia and hereditary eye disease for the first three years of age.
Hips and elbows: X-rays must be taken before 36 months of age and evaluated by OFA. No dog over 36 months is covered. Only OFA readings are accepted. If OFA confirms dysplasia serious enough to require treatment, the buyer may receive a replacement puppy of like quality or reimbursement up to the original purchase price. If the dog has been bred before OFA results are submitted, this portion of the warranty is void.
Eyes: The dog must be examined by a certified veterinary ophthalmologist by 36 months of age. Results must be provided to Chinook Goldens to qualify for replacement.
Exclusions & limitations
Cancer or diseases that cannot be tested for in adult dogs are not covered.
We are unable to reimburse veterinary bills, shipping costs, or other expenses beyond the original purchase price.
Spay/neuter should be delayed until 12-18 months of age.
Right of First Refusal & Registration
If the buyer cannot keep the dog, Chinook Goldens must be given the first right to take the dog back at 50% or less of the original purchase price, depending on the dog’s age and condition.
Under no circumstances may the dog be surrendered to a shelter, pound, or humane society. All registration forms and health clearances must be returned with the dog.
Puppies are sold with Limited Registration (non-breeding), with rare exceptions at the breeder’s discretion.