Bella Mia Goldens

03/18/2026

Misty and Benly are expecting their first litter together! They should be born sometime between April 17 - 21. All of the puppies are spoken for. Stayed tuned for more baby pictures!

03/03/2026

There is a children's book about Daniel (Hillock's Jack Daniels) who is Benly's grandpa. Thought I'd share the link in case anyone wants one. I know one is going on my shelf!

Daniel, the Golden Retriever

01/13/2026

Please Read and share!

Happy New Year all! I’m mom to Maggie, seen here curling up after a New Year’s near-disaster I’m mentioning in the hope it will prevent any of you going through it:

Last Sunday afternoon I heard her vomit loudly and found a huge, gritty dark mound on the floor. Only because of a shred of fabric lying nearby was I able to figure out what she’d eaten: a Hot Hands hand-warmer packet, full of (among other things) iron powder, which can be lethal. I got her to an animal hospital within minutes while on hold with the Pet Poison Hotline, and after much induced vomiting, an overnight stay involving IVs, and close care, I got her back — shaky and still on a bland diet & meds, but well on her way to being her happy wonderful self. Two things:

1. Even if you’re careful with winter gear in the house, if your family uses these please make sure they’re stored out of growing puppy's reach, completely disposed of after use, and none are lying around that might’ve been knocked to the floor — that’s what happened to us. These are tiny and easily missed, and if this had happened overnight, Maggie likely would not have made it.
2. I’m carrying these numbers with me: 888-426-4435 (ASPCA 24/7 Poison Control Hotline) and 855-764-7661 (The Pet Poison Helpline). Yes, they charge a fee, but they do a thorough analysis of what’s been ingested and how much, and work with the animal ER techs to find the best course of action. Busy animal ERs don’t have poison experts on staff, and they’ll direct you to these first anyway so they can all work together.

Happy and Safe New Year from a grateful owner…

12/31/2025

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year full of golden blessings !
Also wishing Mia and all of her littermates a happy 1st birthday!

12/26/2025

Update: his name is Bear!
Merry Christmas everyone! Thank you for the holiday greetings, messages and cards. I truly appreciate the updates on our puppies, young and old ❤️. Here is Mr. Yellow, spending his last night with us before he goes to his forever home. He thought Christmas was loads of fun, and especially enjoyed the wrapping paper and boxes!

12/25/2025

Was the night before Christmas when all through the house not a creature was stirring.....not even a golden. LOL
On the couch, left to right: Willow, Misty, Revvie. On the floor: Bear, Mia, and Benly. All sleeping soundly. Mia and the puppy have developed a real bond. She will miss him when he goes to his new home!

12/23/2025

After his outdoor Zoomies, it's time to cuddle with his big daddy Benly

12/23/2025

Not-so-little Mr Yellow is here by himself until Friday, when his family comes to pick him up. Don't feel sorry for him though, because he gets tons of attention from Mom, Dad, and Mia! He has become part of our pack for the short term! Here he is enjoying the snow this morning. We had 6" of fresh fluffy flakes over night.

12/17/2025

Tomorrow the puppies are 8 weeks. making it a very busy day with four of them leaving for their new homes! In between puppy baths I took pictures a day early so you can see them at 8 weeks old!

12/12/2025

The puppies are 7 weeks and 2 days old. Their lives are pretty simple: Eat....Play...Sleep...Repeat. On Sunday they get their microchips, in preparation to go to their new homes. This time has gone much too fast!

12/11/2025

Brrrr! Baby it's cold outside! The puppies do just fine for short trips outside, but their tiny tender feet can only take it so long! They are happy to go outside, and just as happy to come back in! 😆