G.R.I.T.S: Goldens Raised In The South!
Welcome to G.R.I.T.S, your premiere destination for exceptional Southern Golden Retrievers. We specialize in breeding intelligent, healthy, and loving companions from working Retriever bloodlines in Florida, serving families across the U.S. & Serveral Service Dog Non-Profits along the East Coast!
Puppies raised with purpose
Our puppies are raised from day one, in our professional certified dog trainer’s home until the age of 10 weeks old. We begin imprinting around 2 weeks of age, ensuring positive experiences throughout their developmental stages with positive reinforcement for thunderstorms, fireworks, gun-fire, lawncare, and socialization with various animals and people.
Our commitment to excellence
At G.R.I.T.S, we are dedicated to raising well-rounded puppies ready to excel as service dogs or cherished family companions. Discover the G.R.I.T.S difference.
Working bloodlines
Our Golden Retrievers come from distinguished working Gun Dog Retriever bloodlines, ensuring High Drive, intelligence, trainability, and a strong confident work ethic in every puppy.
AKC titled parents
Both parents hold AKC titles in Obedience, Rally, and have their CGCA, demonstrating their exceptional temperament and training capabilities.
Certified service dogs
Our parent dogs, as well as, several of our past pups have become certified service dogs, embodying the dedication and temperament we instill in all our puppies, preparing them for a life of service and companionship.
Sport and family hobbies
Beyond their service duties, our dogs enjoy sport hobbies like Dock Diving competitions & Nose work activities, showcasing their versatility and joyful spirit, perfect for active families.
Our mission: Confident companions
At G.R.I.T.S, we are dedicated to raising confident service dogs and companions for veterans and people with various disabilities across the U.S. Our meticulous training and socialization ensure each puppy is ready for their forever home.
Future service dogs and beloved pets
Our Golden Retrievers are bred and begin their imprinting from the start to become integral members of their families, whether as a dedicated service dog or a loving companion. We nurture every puppy to reach its full potential to successfully make good decisions when consistent routines & boundaries, create a solid foundation for a confident dog!
"The dedication G.R.I.T.S puts into their puppies is evident. Our "MIA" is not only beautiful but she is also incredibly well-behaved and loves to travel with us! She has been such an amazing addition to our family!”
— Glenda D.
Interested in some G.R.I.T.S?
Our home is the North East Florida area.
Located in Jacksonville, Florida, our breeding program is committed to raising top-tier Golden Retrievers for families nationwide.
📧Breeder@G-R-I-T-S.com
📞(904) 563-0294