Heart and Soul Golden Retrievers

Golden Retriever, Florida

I’m the breeder behind Heart and Soul Dog Breeding, Inc. located in Gainesville, FL. Embark genetic testing, OFA- heart, eyes, elbows, dentition, thyroid (females only), and hips (OFA). Conformation championship through IABCA. Puppy culture and Avid dog, ENS, ESI, extensive socialization and environmental exposure using principles of 7s. Clicker charging, crate & potty training. Certifications & Recognitions Royal Canin Crown Breeder, Certificate in Managing Genetics for the Future (Institute of Canine Biology), DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology), American Kennel Club Canine College, Professional Handler, CHIC Certified, Associate Dog Trainer, AKC Breeder of Merit, Fitness and Nutrition Diploma (e-Training for Dogs), Canine Behavioral Consultant Certificate (e-Training for Dogs), Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Canine Nutritionist, Puppy Culture Breeder, Avidog Associate. Clubs AKC, IABCA, Mid-Florida Golden Retriever Club, Golden Retriever Club of America Links Website, Instagram, Facebook Explain a little bit more about yourself. NePoPo® Certified Trainer Licensed E-Collar Trainer AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator Pet Emergency Education Instructor AKC Breeder Graduate program APET temperament tester for Avid Dog Completed the Puppy Culture Program Avid Dog and Good Breeder Whelping Nurse Breeding services and puppy jump start training Early service dog training until 20 weeks old. AKC Breeder of Merit. How did you get into breeding? I bred English Mastiffs 24 years ago initially. I did rescue and foster dog training for over 20 years. I started therapy and service dog training just over 7 years ago. I have been Hope Service Dogs Inc.’s whelping nurse, medical director and trainer for over two years, where I delivered and raised their first five litters in the past two years. What makes your breeding program special? We will breed only fully health tested dogs that are clear in genetics, good to excellent health ratings, low inbreeding coefficient for the breed, and provide a complete enrichment training program up until the puppy is 10 weeks old, to give the owners the best possible companion, Therapy or service dog candidate possible.