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Hawaii Goldens

Golden Retriever Puppy

Frequently asked questions

We are so glad you are here. We know getting a puppy is an incredibly exciting time. We want to make the process as easy as possible for you! Please feel free to give me a call if you don’t find your answers here, or fill out the puppy application to get started! We can’t wait to find you the perfect Golden Retriever puppy match.

Are the puppies vet checked?

Do you have AKC Retriever puppies and Goldendoodle puppies?

How are your puppies raised?

What is the process to get a puppy?

We like to start with a puppy application, that get’s us the information we need to talk with you about what you are looking for in your puppy and get your contact info.

Then from there you can make a litter reservation, or select a currently available puppy, and then we will give you instructions for final payment and puppy pick-up day. We also give you continued support with information to make your puppy’s transition into your home successful.

application, litter reservation fee, contract, and final payment.

I filled out a puppy application, now what?

Now that you have completed the puppy application, what are the next steps?

You will receive an email back from Hawaii Goldens. Don’t miss these important emails! Please check your spam folder, as our website emails can sometimes get stuck there until HawaiiGoldens@gmail.com is added or starred in your trusted email list.

After reading through this informative email reply to your application, take some time and read through the PDF’s that are sent: Our handbook- 60 pages of great info!
Trupanion Health insurance- we send each puppy home with a gift of a month of free health insurance as an extra safety net. We love our puppies and want to make sure they are well cared for! Inner island travel info and guide (if needed).

Once you decide to move forward, the instructions in the first welcome email explain how to submit your litter reservation contract and fee. Additionally, if you are requesting the first or second litter pick, you will have these options at this time.

You will then receive an acknowledgement of the litter reservation fee and contract. If we have puppies ready, you will be informed of your meet and greet time! We are excited to meet you and share all about the puppies and their temperament testing to guide you in your selection and set everyone up for success!

If you are waiting on a breeding and/or a litter to be born, we will keep you up to date on the breeding, pregnancy, and sending announcement photos shortly after the puppies arrive, and throughout their early days. We will welcome you over when the puppies are 6+ weeks old for meet and greets. The puppies will be ready to come home with you after their vet visit, and AKC registration paperwork is completed, around age 7-9 weeks.

FaceTime, call, text, email anytime with questions, or just to visit!
We are a Hawaii Goldens Ohana!

How do I get a puppy from your island to mine?

Inner-island puppy travel is simple.

Here are the steps:

1. Call the airlines prior to flight to let them know you are flying home with a pet on board (required). They ask you the weight of the animal over the phone. It can’t be over 20 lbs puppy+soft carrier. Hawaiian and Southwest both charge a $35 fee.

2. Bring the puppy to the ticket agent to check in for the flight. They won’t let you check in on the app prior. The ticket agent weighs the puppy and the carrier together to check the weight. Once the weight checks out, you fill out a form, they tag the soft carrier and you pay the $35 fee.

Note: They usually don’t measure the carrier. They just ask if the puppy has enough room to move around.

3. TSA – you will need to remove your puppy from the soft carrier and carry your puppy through the metal detector in your arms. They don’t inspect your puppy. Once you walk through, that is it, and you place puppy back in carrier.

***Good to have on hand is a small ziplock of food/treats, 2 extra doggie potty pads, a toy, a towel, baby wipes, paper towels, and a collapsible bowl for water in a backpack.

Here is a link to an airline-approved carrier: https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/the-original-sherpa-77046

How do I get a puppy to the mainland?

Please visit our Mainland Puppy Application for this information: Mainland Puppy Application

What types of breeds do you breed?

– AKC Golden Retrievers with AKC paperwork

– American Dream Golden Doodles 75% AKC Golden Retriever/25% poodle

Are your puppies vet checked?

Yes, all our parents and puppies receive the best Veterinary care from our veterinarian that we work closely with.

Do you have a health guarantee?

Yes, we have a great health guarantee and Trupanion Health Insurance.

How much do your puppies cost?

Our Exclusive American Dream Goldendoodles are $4,300. The AKC Golden Retrievers with AKC papers are $5,500

Do you have a curriculum or guide for raising and socializing your puppies?

Your puppy’s socialization starts with the parent dogs, and additionally, human family as we go on daily excursions safely when the puppies are very young (ex: loading them up in the suburban, and heading to park in the shade at the mall with the windows down and AC on, so they can hear and smell all the things. Or taking them to Home Depot in a cart with a blanket 3 at a time, experiencing all the sights, sounds, people safely and in positive, encouraging ways) , positively exposing them to the world around them as we work on ENS, basic training, and Puppy Culture to help bring them positive associations and socialization with the outside world, busy places, and learning new things (especially being able to be comfortable around sudden loud noises like Fireworks)! We have friends and family members who are very proficient in puppy culture raising and help us daily with the puppies.With lots of love, cuddles and affection, your puppy has experienced amazing beginnings!

Do you allow home visits?

Yes we do! We love going above and beyond for our Hawaii Goldens puppy families.

Do you have a waitlist?

Yes we have a waitlist! Please visit the Waitlist page for more information.

Will I get updated photos of my puppy?

Yes, we love to post photos of the puppies to our social media accounts and web page, and you can facetime call us anytime!

Can you keep my puppy past the pick up date?

YES – we offer board and train $45 per day, must have TRUPANION health ins activated

What forms of payment do you accept?

Cash, ZELLE, Bank Wire, Cashier check, (personal check if CLEARED by puppy pick up time).

Do you have additional informational links about health, training, and everything in between other than what is included on your site?

Yes, we want all our clients to have plenty of resources!

Kalihi Pet Clinic – multiple topics

AKC – Resource Guarding

Pet Helpful – Resource Guarding

Spruce Pets – Bite Intervention

AKC – All About Parvo

Pet MD – Parvovirus

Loving dog training

Preventative Vet – Resource guarding

AKC – Stop Biting

Whole Dog – Stop Biting

Spruce Pets – Bite Inhibition

AKC – Recall Training

Hounds Lounge – Recall Training

Illustration of two palm trees with detailed fronds, one taller and one shorter, drawn in a hand-sketched style on a black background, evoking the relaxed vibe of Hawaii—perfect for lovers of golden retriever puppies and island life.
Illustration of two palm trees with detailed fronds, one taller and one shorter, drawn in a hand-sketched style on a black background, evoking the relaxed vibe of Hawaii—perfect for lovers of golden retriever puppies and island life.

Watch our puppies

Yes! All our puppies visit the Vet regularly! Healthy, Happy, Hawaii Goldens puppies!
GOLDEN DOODLES! The “American Dream” litter is epic with colors and super mellow demeanor!
Darby adores her Uncle George! Best buddies!