Golden Retriever - Sam - for stud in Donegal

Meet Sam, our stunning white Golden Retriever available for stud. Sam is a healthy, well-built, intelligent, and affectionate dog with an excellent temperament. He is friendly with people, children, and other dogs, making him a fantastic example of the breed.

Sam has a beautiful cream/white coat, strong athletic build, and loves the outdoors, whether it’s beach walks, hiking, swimming, or playing fetch. He is well-socialised, obedient, and has a calm, loving nature that we hope to pass on to future litters.

He is available to approved, healthy dogs only. We ask that your dog is up to date with vaccinations and in good health before mating. Stud fee is €350, with the option of pick of the litter if preferred.

If you have any questions or would like more information, photos, or to arrange a visit, please get in touch. We are happy to discuss the process and answer any queries

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3. Ask for recent health check certificate from their vet, this should check for known issues with the breed & have details of vaccinations. The AKC has a comprehensive list of their health testing requirements per breed.
4. Ask breeders about their vet who has taken care of the dog and contact the vet directly.
5. Ask breeders to provide their ID (driver's licence / passport) and take note of their contact details.
6. If you are new to breeding, please, please, read this article about breeding dogs.
7. Stud dogs listed need to be 12 months or older. While bigger breeds may mature faster, often health complications don't show until later.
8. Report suspicious activity to your local Garda Station & / or the Department of Agriculture, Food & Marine.
9. Use our contract template www.dogs.ie/contract or another as a basis for a written contract.
10. Try the free litter planning tool to plan the optimal mating dates and other important milestones for the litter.