Golden memories in motion

Moments from our Haven family

Peek into life at Haven Kennel—from newborn snoozes and enrichment adventures to reunion cuddles with forever families.

Real moments From nursery snuggles to alumni adventures
Weekly highlights Curated updates for Haven families
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Curated collections

Browse by the season of puppyhood that speaks to you. Filter highlights in real time or enjoy the full mosaic below.

Newborn golden retriever litter snuggled together
Nursery Midnight cuddles during ENS time
Family welcoming golden retriever puppy
Gotcha day First hugs with the Martinez family
Trainer working with puppy on leash manners
Coaching Leash manners with Coach Jamie
Golden retriever puppy Max smiling
Spotlight Max mastering sit & stay at 9 weeks
Golden retriever puppy Luna enjoying the outdoors
Adventure Luna discovering the redwood trail
Golden retriever with children
Family note Post-park naps with the Carter sisters
Golden retriever sire sitting proudly
Our legacy Finn, AKC grand champion & gentle dad
Breeder's son with golden retriever
At home Story time with our junior handler
Golden retriever puppy practicing place command
Foundations Place command and impulse control
Family with golden retriever on the porch
Check-in One-year update from the Lamberts
Golden retriever puppy Bellatrix
Puppy pick Bellatrix posing after her groom
Golden retriever mom with puppies
Nurture Maple supervising tummy time

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Haven stories

Handpicked updates from across the country celebrating therapy certifications, mountain hikes, and couch snuggles.

Golden retriever hiking with family
Colorado · Alumni since 2022

Arlo earned his therapy dog vest!

“He brings so much calm to my classroom. Thank you for your early socialization—it made all the difference.”

– Mrs. Jensen, 5th grade teacher
Golden retriever at the beach
California Coast

Sunny's first ocean splash

Weekly swim practice made this beach day a breeze. We now host “Goldens at the Bay” meetups twice a month.

– the Morales family
Golden retriever puppy with toddler
Texas · Alumni since 2023

Fable & Ellie: bedtime teammates

“The bedtime routine card you sent still works like magic. They curl up together every night.”

– the Hartleys