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@carolinafan74 You’re awesome! Yes, that was definitely my big question. As much as I love the idea of making goldens my passionate project, I also have several human mouths to feed lol. So, thinking in terms of annual expenses, you mention currently spending $200-300 for a 3-4 day weekend of...

@carolinafan74 Do you stud out to the byb folks? Excuse my ignorance, but isn’t byb typically synonymous with puppy mill?

@mark0086 Great info! I appreciate it!

@carolinafan74 How long did it take you to get your first prospect his UKC CH? Based on those numbers, about a year and a half? How often do people express an interest in breeding with your studs? I imagine the more highly titled ones are most popular, and I suppose it also depends on the...

@carolinafan74 Thank you so much! This is great info! Studding seems so much less overwhelming as a starting platform, but I suppose the dog would have to prove himself before we even got there!

@andyfoundlight Thank you!

@sustainableblueberry Thanks for the tips! Sounds like the co-owning route is the way to go. Why do you recommend a female to start?

@davecb Yes, I plan to get my pup certified through Therapy Dogs International. That’s who I originally planned to get my current golden certified through, but it didn’t pan out with my grad school load. And good to know about titling vs field work!

@davecb Thanks for the very helpful info! I appreciate it coming from someone experienced with goldens. When it comes to motivation, I’m truly not looking to do this to make money. As I mentioned, I only work part-time. If I was desperate for more money, I would just work 5 days a week. Anyway...

@busryde Thanks for sharing, especially the numbers! Yes, I expected the first year to be expensive, but really wanted some more concrete numbers to help with planning. In terms of monitoring pups, my parents live nearby and have about 5 acres. They too have a love for goldens. They are...

@smilerman312 Oh my goodness! I had no idea about junior handling! My daughter especially would love that when she is old enough. She loves “golden babies,” as she calls them. Thanks for the info!

@smilerman312 Just looked and my local specialty club happens to be 6 mins away from my house! So pumped!

@donnags1964 Thank you so much!

@mark0086 Thank you again! This is so helpful!!

@mark0086 Thank you!! This is great info!! Yes, I’m aware that goldens are super popular. (In my biased opinion, rightly so lol). But I do feel a bit discouraged now. If I’m not a professional handler with a dog who has earned titles, is that to imply that no one is going to want to breed...

I have had a love for golden retrievers ever since I got my first golden pup as a kid. I mean, I absolutely ADORE them. Their temperament, their sweet faces, their gorgeous coat, their snuggles, all of it. In my book, they’re best dogs - hands down. And NOW, I’m finally at a point in my life...