MEET MEADOW: Meadow is everything we hoped for—intelligent, eager to please, and truly stunning. She is a beautiful English Cream Golden Retriever with a gentle presence and exceptional promise. To us, she is perfect in every way. Meadow brings with her an outstanding pedigree and strong hereditary traits from her parents, making her a meaningful addition to our program.
Meadow comes to us from Cinnamon at Hoekema Homestead, a trusted mentor whose deep love for the Golden Retriever breed and genuine passion for people have been an invaluable part of our journey. Cinnamon’s willingness to openly share her knowledge, experience, and perspective has guided both our personal and professional growth as we continue to develop our program. Her mentorship is rooted in thoughtful, long-term development and a commitment to excellence—values we are proud to carry forward in everything we do.
As Meadow matures, and reaches important milestones, we will continue to update this page to keep you informed and connected along the way. Our ultimate goal is that Meadow’s puppies will be healthy and embody the intelligence, friendliness, and calm nature that make Golden Retrievers exceptional family companions, as well as outstanding candidates for therapy and service work—dogs capable of bringing comfort, companionship, and support to those who need them most.
Essential Golden Retriever DNA Tests Results K9 DATA LINK
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA-PRCD, GR-PRA1, & GR-PRA2): CLEAR (EMBARK)
- Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome (CMS): CLEAR (EMBARK)
- Degenerative Myelopathy, DM (SOD1A): CLEAR (EMBARK)
- Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa (COL7A1): CLEAR (EMBARK)
- Muscular Dystrophy (DMD): CLEAR (EMBARK)
- Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 NCL 5 (CLN5 Exon 4 Deletion): CLEAR (EMBARK)
- Osteogenesis Imperfecta (COL1A1): CLEAR (EMBARK)
- Retina Dysplasia and/or Optic Nerve Hypoplasia (SIX6 Exon 1): CLEAR (EMBARK)
- Congenital Ichthyosis (ICH1 & ICH2): Ichthyosis ICH1 (PNPLA1): CARRIER (EMBARK) Ichthyosis ICH1 2 (ABHD5): CLEAR (EMBARK). One copy inherited. Breeding Rules & Recommendations: Clear x Clear: Produces 100% Clear puppies. Highly recommended; ideal for eliminating the disease from lines. Clear x Carrier: Produces roughly 50% Clear and 50% Carrier puppies. This pairing is considered safe, as no puppies will develop symptoms of Ichthyosis.
Core Phenotype Health Screenings
- Hips & Elbows: To be evaluated via X-rays and registered with the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) as well as PennHIP after Meadow reaches 24 months of age.
- Eyes: Scheduled for July 17, 2026. Cleared annually by a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist to screen for cataracts, distichia, and retinal issues.
- Heart: To be examined by a veterinary cardiologist to rule out congenital heart diseases, particularly subvalvular aortic stenosis (SAS), after Meadow reaches 12 months of age.
