IKC Registered (pending) Golden Retriever puppies in Kilkenny

We are delighted to offer a litter of IKC registered(PENDING) Golden Retriever puppies, now available for their forever homes.

These affectionate puppies are currently 2 months old and have been lovingly raised in a bustling family environment, ensuring they are well-socialised and accustomed to both children and other pets, including our family cat. The puppies are already vaccinated and wormed, giving you peace of mind as you welcome them into your home.

As a breed, Golden Retrievers are known for their friendly and intelligent nature, making them excellent companions for families and individuals alike. They are eager to please and thrive on human interaction, which makes training a rewarding experience. With their gentle disposition and playful spirit, these puppies are sure to bring joy and companionship to their new families.

Each new owner will receive a care pack, including a bag of puppy food, a collar, and a blanket with the litter's scent to help ease the transition into their new home.

1. Keep communication through our messaging system for as long as possible.
2. Choose carefully what information you share about yourself in your messages. Do share info if you have a garden, young kids, or other suitable information to help the seller know you are a suitable buyer.
3. Report suspicious activity to your local Garda Station and to us via the Report ad button.
4. We recommend you print or save a copy of this page for your records in case the ad is updated / closed.

1. Ask sellers to provide an ID (driver's licence / passport) and take note of their contact details. You will also need to provide the same & a proof of address to transfer the microchip to your name.
2. Note microchip IDs posted here (972274200609136, 972274200609166, 972274200609170, 972274200609167, 972242000609175) and check the microchip certificates (important) when you visit to make sure they match and the sellers details are on the certificate too (see example microchip certificates).
3. Do not purchase a dog without seeing a microchip certificate. It is illegal to sell a dog without a microchip that's fully registered (info).
4. See puppies in their home environment and see the mother of puppies.
5. Make sure the puppy is 8 weeks before taking ownership of the dog (closer to 10-12 weeks is even better).
6. Do not pay a deposit until you've met the owner & puppy in person.
7. Do not purchase a dog from a seller in a car park or other business location.
8. Ask sellers about the vet who has taken care of the dogs. Ask for the dog's vaccination certificate(s).
9. Use our contract template www.dogs.ie/contract or another as a basis for a written contract & ask for a written receipt.
10. It's best not to bring young kids to first meetings, to avoid disappointment in the case you decide not to buy a dog.