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100% Golden Retriever
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It’s cheesy to post about our dog being 100% Golden Retriever. Of course all of our dogs are 100% Golden Retrievers. We wouldn’t have it any other way. At Cedar Rock Golden Retrievers, every detail matters—especially when it comes to understanding the genetics behind our puppies. It may seem silly, but we are excited…
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Oh the Places You’ll Go: Early Puppy Socialization
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At Cedar Rock Golden Retrievers, we believe that a puppy’s earliest experiences help shape a lifetime of confidence, calmness, and trust. Meadow, our 11-week-old English Cream Golden Retriever, is right in the heart of this important stage. The first 12 weeks of a puppy’s life are often referred to as a critical socialization period.…
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Our First Litter Due Date is Spring 2028!
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If you NEED a puppy right away, please consider holding on just a little while and getting on our waitlist. It’s easy, just visit our PUPPY PAGE and RESERVE YOUR PUPPY now. We promise, these puppies will be worth the wait. 🙂 If you cannot wait, we encourage you to reach out to our…
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Building Confidence Through Thoughtful Socialization
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Meadow’s First Flight At just 9 weeks old, Meadow took an important step in her early development—her very first flight. While the moment itself lasted only minutes, it was the result of a carefully designed socialization process rooted in patience, structure, and trust—an approach central to Cedar Rock Golden Retrievers. At Cedar Rock Golden…
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Meadow Has Been With Us at Cedar Rock Golden Retrievers for 2 Weeks – Here’s What She Has Learned
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MEADOW or MEADOW, MEADOW = Pay attention to me. Look at me and or come with me. Yes! and PEZ dispenser when she listens. WITH ME = We are on a walk, she gets distracted by something. I say, WITH ME. She leaves the thing of interest and comes to my side. Yes! and…
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Puppy Playdate
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Meadow’s First Playdate: Safe Socialization in the Most Important Weeks At Cedar Rock Golden Retrievers, we place deep importance on the first 12 weeks of a puppy’s life. This window is not simply a stage—it is the foundation upon which temperament, confidence, and lifelong behavior are built. Every exposure matters. Each sound, surface, interaction,…
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DNA Testing for Dogs at Cedar Rock Golden Retrievers
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At Cedar Rock Golden Retrievers, every decision we make begins with a long-term vision: to thoughtfully improve the Golden Retriever breed while raising exceptional companions for our families. Today marks an exciting milestone for one very special puppy—Meadow. At just 9 weeks old, Meadow has already begun her journey as a future part of…
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Meadow’s First 3 Days at Cedar Rock Golden Retrievers
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Meadow: 7.5 WeeksSex: FemaleBreed: Golden Retriever New People Places and Things Welcoming Meadow into her home at Cedar Rock Golden Retrievers marked the start of a carefully guided 3 Day Transition designed to support her comfort, confidence, and development. During her first day, Meadow’s world was intentionally kept small. She was gently introduced to…
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Life’s Ruff For Our Golden Retrievers:
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Meadow’s Early Adventures Age: 8 WeeksSex: FemaleWeight: 13.58 lbsBreed: Golden Retriever Yard Work Passion Meadow woke up early on her 4th Day at Cedar Rock Golden Retrievers, ready to get busy exploring. One of her favorite activities that morning was digging in the yard, and it quickly became clear that she may have a…
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7 Week Health Screen for Golden Retriever Puppy
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Meadow’s Health Screening Begins Our girl, Meadow had her first comprehensive veterinary exam this morning, and we are thrilled to report she passed with a perfect bill of health. This initial “nose-to-tail” evaluation is designed to confirm overall wellness, establish a baseline for growth, and screen for any congenital concerns. The veterinarian carefully assessed…