Frequently Asked Questions

All of our puppies come with:

Health Records

2 Year Hip Guarantee against genetic moderate or severe hip dysplasia, and retinal eye disease**

Shots & Wormed (appropriate with age)

Limited AKC Registration Application

Puppy Packet filled with tons of information

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Name of Sire: Name of Dam:

Date of Birth: 

Breed: Golden Retriever

Gender: M or F

I, hereby certify that on Date:

I (we) purchased the above-noted dog from Pamela Edwards of Hearts of Gold.

Holding Agreement: A $500.00 deposit is required to hold your puppy. The seller assigns the buyer the guarantee that the dog will not be sold to any party other than the buyer as long as the buyer adheres to the Picking Up Your Puppy guideline. The $500.00 deposit is non-refundable and will be applied to the purchase price of the dog when the buyer assumes physical possession of the assigned dog. You may send a personal check, a money order, or you may go to our website and place your deposit via PayPal or with a credit card. The remainder of the puppy/dog price will need to be paid with CASH, in full before puppies are released to their new home. Puppies may be picked up at Hearts Of Gold, at 8 weeks of age, only after full payment has been received.

Guarantee: This puppy is guaranteed to be in good health, to the best of the seller’s knowledge. The buyer has 48 hours, from the date of ownership, in which to have the puppy checked by a licensed veterinarian. IF THERE IS A PROBLEM THAT CANNOT BE RECTIFIED, you may return the puppy to us, at your expense, on the day following the vet exam, along with a veterinarian’s statement stating the problem. You will receive a full refund of the purchase price of the pup, less any shipping fees. (Exclusion: This does not include the presence of parasites and also does not apply to a health problem resulting from an injury or accident due to your negligence), The following provisions will be honored. All medical expenses are the sole responsibility of the buyer.

Viral, bacterial colds, or infections such as Coccidia or Giardia (bloody stools) are a form of worms which are easily treated and are not covered in the health guarantee, as they are natural things puppies can pick up. Umbilical Hernias, also referred to as “outie” belly buttons, are also not covered in the health guarantee. Puppies are naturally at risk for coccidia Giardia or worms, which is often brought on by the stress of a new home, new food, new people, or just a change in environment. 2 Buyers Initials:

Another thing that may show up when a puppy is taken to a new environment is kennel cough (Bordatella- a raspy cough may be a sign of this), which is common when puppies are transported to their new homes and is usually caused by bacteria. Kennel cough is self-limiting, and like the common cold, it must run its course. Full recovery is expected, and kennel cough, coccidia, and Giardia on their own are not life-threatening. All puppies are treated and vaccinated for distemper, parvo, influenza, and worms before they leave our kennel. However, you need to be aware that these things can arise and that they are usually not serious (even though seeing blood in the stool appears serious) and are easily treated, and we will not cover the treatment for them.

**2 Year Hip Guarantee against genetic moderate or severe hip dysplasia, and retinal eye disease. Because 60% of all canine hip dysplasia is related to poor nutrition, we require that your precious puppy continue with the Life's Abundance Nutritional System for the first 26 months of his/her life to qualify for this 2-year health guarantee. Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! If you continue with Life's Abundance Nutritional System for the first 26 months, this dog is guaranteed against genetic moderate or severe hip dysplasia and retinal eye disease until it is 26 months of age.

The OFA is the sole and only judge in determining hip dysplasia. A CERF certified veterinarian must confirm any hereditary eye defects. Purchaser is to spay or neuter (unless already done) the Golden Retriever, BUT NOT BEFORE 1 YEAR OF AGE and keep him/her as a companion. Limited AKC Registration Puppy Contract Details below will apply.

The buyer(s) shall provide proper nutrition, vet care, shelter and exercise. The pup shall be socialized properly after all immunizations given, to include other people outside the family, other dogs, and strange places. Obedience classes are recommended before the pup is 1yr old.  Remember if you purchase the "Puppy Academy Training Course", you can start your training immediately at home.

In regard to hereditary defects, there are never any guarantees that a dog would be free of a genetic disorder from past generations. But since we may not know if there are any potential weaknesses in a dog, we believe that the diet and lack of vitamins can exacerbate these conditions if found. Therefore by providing the dog with quality food and supplements, we are hoping to reduce the chance of these potential weaknesses from hindering their quality of life, should this ever occur.

In the case of sudden death of a puppy, breeder must receive a written notice of puppy’s death from owner’s vet, along with a necropsy report indicating cause of death. We also reserve the right to acquire a DNA sample from the puppy to determine the dog or puppy as one of our lineages.

Limited AKC Registration Puppy: This puppy is being purchased as a pet and therefore the following applies:

Provided this puppy is kept on the Life's Abundance Nutritional System for the first 26 months, this dog will be guaranteed against genetic moderate or severe hip dysplasia, and retinal eye disease until it is 26 months of age. The OFA is the sole and only judge in determining hip dysplasia. A CERF certified veterinarian must confirm any hereditary eye defects.

The original buyer of the dog has the right to a replacement puppy from the next available and comparable litter considering the following criteria have been met:

The original buyer must own the puppy.

The puppy must not have sired or whelped a litter.

The puppy must not have been overfed or over-exercised!

Buyer must show veterinary statement of diagnosis of hip dysplasia by the OFA or retinal atrophy (progressive) by CERF., along with a copy of the x-rays or vision exam results prior to the 26 months of age and a spay or neuter receipt stating dogs name, description and microchip number

Buyer must have fed this dog the Life's Abundance Nutritional System for the first 26 months.

Picking Up Your Puppy: Your assigned puppy needs to be picked up by 8 weeks of age. If your puppy is not picked up by the 8th week and no prior arrangements have been made with the seller, Hearts Of Gold has the right to void the Sales Contract and find another buyer. If prior arrangements have been made, they will be so noted at the bottom of this contract in other. All fees are to be paid in full with cash before the puppy will be released to the buyer. Shipping is available for an additional charge which will include the crate and health certificate. Puppies cannot be shipped until they are at least 8 weeks old.

First Right of Recovery: If buyer is unable to care for or chooses to change Hearts Of Gold retains the right of recovery of the puppy at the buyer’s expense. The buyer must notify Hearts Of Gold  as to the change in circumstances and give the seller first right to the dog before any other action is taken. This includes and is not limited to selling the dog to another buyer. Buyer agrees that if this puppy/dog is offered for sale or trade at any time in the future, it will first be offered to us. If the puppy/dog is being sold it will be offered to us at a purchase price not to exceed the original price of puppy/dog.

A determination will be made within thirty (30) days whether or not we wish to purchase back the

puppy/dog. This pup must NEVER be sold to a pet store, broker, puppy mill, surrendered to a shelter, or sold out right to anyone. Breeder must be notified immediately of any problems that arise or if buyer cannot care for puppy/dog anymore. 

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We hope the Buyer will enjoy your puppy for years to come. We have taken steps to ensure that your new puppy is healthy by feeding a premium puppy food and vitamins.

Buyer’s puppy has been raised on Life’s Abundance Premium Health Food. Buyers can buy it online at www.lifesabundance/heartsofgoldedwards.com It is a holistic dog food with no wheat, corn, soy, or by-products. Please note: providing a higher nutritious valued food, helps to prevent fast growth, fewer bone problems, fewer vet bills, and promotes longer life.

Buyer’s puppy has also been given Life’s Abundance Wellness Food Supplements. If you continue with Life's Abundance Nutritional System for the first 26 months of his/her life you qualify for our 2 year health guarantee. To take advantage of this offer, you will need to order through our website at

www.lifesabundance/heartsofgoldedwards.com , so that we can track your use of the products.

Buyer Acknowledges and affirms that Breeder has recommended, for the benefit of the puppy, Life’s Abundance Dog Food and Supplements; however, the use of these products is merely a recommendation of the Breeder, not a guarantee of their effectiveness or efficiency.

All shipping costs related to any dog being purchased, as well as in relation to any dog being replaced for any reason, are the responsibility of the Buyer.

The breeder is in no way responsible for any vet bills made after the puppy/dog leaves the care of Hearts Of Gold.

Breeder shall not be responsible for death or injury of said puppy/dog due to negligence or carelessness of the Buyer, any airline, live animal carrier, it’s agents or employees.

The breeder has the right to, at any time; decide to stop breeding Golden Retrievers. In this case, no replacement puppies shall be given and this contract is null and void.

Breeder makes no guarantees regarding the loss of the puppy due to accidental death, theft, sickness due to lack of vaccinations, etc., or any other loss beyond the Breeder control except as stated above.

Breeder will not refund money in whole or part for any reason other than stated in the guarantee.

Buyer also certifies, by signing this agreement that he/she is not acting as an agent in this purchase; that

the Buyer will not resell this puppy to a puppy mill, commercial breeder, pet store, or medical research facility.

We have the right to rescue this puppy/dog if we find that it is being mistreated, neglected, or abused and you do not voluntarily return it. Also, any mistreatment, neglect or abuse of the animal automatically voids all guarantees given by us.

I acknowledge that this is a legal & binding contract and have reviewed and agree to the terms listed above. The buyer will also maintain up to date vaccines, wormings, and to keep the puppy/dog in humane conditions and provide proper food, water, and shelter. Failure to follow the above contract completely will result in “A Breach of Contract” and shall make this contract null and void. This contract applies only to the original purchaser and is NOT transferable. When a deposit is received by Hearts Of Gold, the Purchaser automatically agrees to the terms of this contract, even if both the Breeder and the Purchaser have not yet signed the contract.

Date:

Deposit: 

Balance Due: 

Signature of Purchaser:

Printed Purchaser's Name: 

Address: 

Phone Number: 

Cell/Work: 

Email:

Signature of Breeder:

Printed Breeder Name: 

Other Conditions:

Hearts Of Gold

475 Swanson Rd

Sycamore, IL 60178

[email protected]

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