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LA’s Golden Hour Pups

Golden retrievers raised with a purpose, to be your greatest family companion
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11/23/2024

**he is scheduled to go home tomorrow! ❤️

Meet Cider 🐾

our final pup of the season!

Since the beginning he has been the exact copy & paste of his dad, Blue, looks & all!

Cider is lighter in color and has some light markings like his dad. Cider was one of the big boys and his confirmation is beautiful, he will look very similar to his dad, so he will become a very handsome boy!

Cider likes to he rambunctious loves to play! So having another dog in the household may be beneficial to play with him on his level or if you have some older kiddos to tire each other out!

Cider is also incredibly smart, he has surprised me how quickly he learns, he is also very eager to learn and please. I catch him wanting to be by my side and will follow me around, ensuring me he will become a very loyal pup to his people.

After Cider has played and got his energy out, he will snuggle upon your lap- which is good to have this balance in a pup. Cider would be great in any family setting - he would benefit with a family who is active, has a fenced in yard, another dog, or someone who is possibly looking to do some extra, fun training as he is eager to learn and wants to please.

Cider’s birthday is September 14, 2023, making him 10 weeks old 🎉

On October 31, they were seen by a licensed veterinarian who completed a health report, I have a shot schedule that lists their first round of vaccinations, they also go home with a scented blanket from mama, a toy, and a small bag of puppy food. Cider has been potty tray trained since 3 weeks of age, we are learning the automatic “sit” command and learning very quickly! We are currently teaching him to sit before eating (patience). Cider has been introduced to other people & animals (other dogs & cats) during his time with us!

If you would like to meet Cider or to have him join you for Thanksgiving this week, you can message me with any questions through Facebook or give me a call/text at 605-214-3031.

Cider lives near Centerville, SD. About 45 minutes south of Sioux Falls & 2ish hours north from Omaha , NE.

11/23/2024

Puppies who have found homes in the last couple of days 🥹

Apple went to a sweet family with a little one ! I got a little teary eyed as they drove away since Apple was on my daughter’s mind every morning, “mom, can I hold Apple?”. Even though he was nearly her size, she would still ask to hold him and attempt to! I’m happy that Apple went home to this sweet family as they have a little one, Apple didn’t overpower the little guy, his sweet, mild demeanor is a good fit for this sweet family and their toddler!

Emmy left this morning to a family I have worked with before! They waited till their other golden retriever turned two, which was over a week ago, the timing was perfect and they took spunky, little Emmy home with them to meet her new big brother! I’m very pleased she will go home to a family who already has a golden retriever, Emmy loves other dogs and would prefer to play with them! It’s a good fit!

As more pups are leaving, I feel very grateful to work with such wonderful people. A lot of pups went home to people who received referrals from happy homes, as well as some returning clients, which is always a happy time!

Thank you for trusting me to raising your new furry companion, and I wish you all years of happiness & joy!

11/22/2024

PUP-DATE: Cider is our final a v a i l a b l e puppy from this season!

our last T W O golden retrievers for the season! 💛🐾

getting to spend some extra time with these two gives me more insight on their personality and little quirks. To be honest these two have surprised me on how smart they are.

Here is what I have learned about these last two pups..

Cider -

Since the beginning he has been the exact copy & paste of his dad, Blue, looks & all! Cider is lighter in color and has some light markings like his dad. Cider was one of the big boys and his confirmation is beautiful, he will look very similar to his dad, so he will become a very handsome boy! Cider likes to he rambunctious and play hard! So having another dog in the household may be beneficial to play with him on his level. Cider is also incredibly smart, he has surprised me how quickly he learns, he is also very eager to learn and please. I catch him wanting to be by my side and will follow me around, ensuring me he will become a very loyal pup to his people. After Cider has played and got his energy out, he will snuggle upon your lap- which is good to have this balance in a pup. Cider would would be great in any family setting - he would benefit with a family who is active, has a fenced in yard, another dog, or someone who is possibly looking to do some extra, fun training as he is eager to learn and wants to please.

Emmy -

I’m surprised this little girl is still here! She is the smallest of our pups this season. Although she is petite in stature she is full of fun, puppy play! She loves other dogs and playing with her littermates. She has a darker golden coat and looks just like her mama Harley. Although Emmy has a spunky, playful side she also has a sweet personality like her mom. She is very friendly and will come up to strangers in a heartbeat, she is usually the first to greet everyone, everybody is a friend! Emmy is adventurous and likes to explore on her own, she is pretty confident in her surroundings, also very smart and learns pretty quickly. She is treat motivated which makes training easier. Her small stature may be beneficial for someone who wants a more smaller golden retriever, I’m guessing she may be around 50-55 pounds at adult age, she may be the same size as her auntie, Quinn. Emmy would do great in any family setting, she would benefit from having another furry friend to play with as she loves other dogs. She would do great with a busy house of older kiddos, she hasn’t learned her manners yet as she was the smallest pup in her litter, she learned to jump to get attention since she was smaller but teaching her to sit for attention is currently being worked on, she catches on pretty quickly and is eager to learn.

It’s been wonderful to hang out with these pups a little longer but it’s getting harder to watch them leave as we start to get close to them, and they take ahold of our hearts! I have full confidence these pups will make great companions to any family.

Cider & Emmy are brother & sister so they came from our boy Blue & Mama Harley. They were born on September 14, 2023, making them 10 weeks this weekend. On October 31, they were seen by a licensed veterinarian who completed a health report, I have a shot schedule that lists their first round of vaccinations, they also go home with a scented blanket from mama, a toy, and a small bag of puppy food. Both Cider & Emmy have been potty tray trained since 3 weeks of age, we are learning the automatic “sit” command and learning very quickly! We are teaching them to sit before eating (patience) they are also eating from their own bowls now at breakfast & supper time. Both Emmy & Cider have been introduced to all kinds of people & animals (other dogs & cats).

I can talk about these pups & thier parents all day as they have amazing temperaments and wonderful personalities. I do allow visits if you wish to visit before committing. Since they are ready to go home the process can begin by chatting with each other to ensure good fit for both puppy & family. I do have a no deposit no hold policy, first come first serve. I do have an application/contract that I like to have completed on each puppy.

You can message me with any questions through Facebook or give me a call/text at 605-214-3031.

We are located near Centerville, SD. About 45 minutes south of Sioux Falls & 2ish hours north from Omaha , NE.

11/22/2024

YESSS! Create a puppy pen like this in the video or like how my puppies are use to!

11/17/2024

It was a wonderful weekend 🐾

not only did we have a puppy go out west , we had 3 more leave in the last couple of days 🥹

It was so wonderful to get to meet these amazing families. We found out from one of the family’s current dog has the same dad as our sire Blue! That was amazing news! The other two families heard about us through happy referrals, which we love to hear that!

We wish you all the best of luck with your new companion and enjoy many years of joy & happiness! ❤️

11/16/2024

Queen Quinn 👑

our petite golden girl here at the acreage. She is independent, super sweet, friendly to all kinds of life, and absolutely stunning!

Quinny girl is an absolutely amazing mama & a wonderful companion. She is comfortable in any setting, loves car rides; and gentle with kiddos.

We are so lucky to call Quinny our own girl and very blessed to have puppies come from her. We hope that Quinns pups become the same very loving pup like their mama and bless their new families withe companionship 🩷

11/16/2024

Birdie 💛

also known as Yammy! She is GOING HOME today so I decided to find some of her photos to share her gorgeous transformation!

She has been a fun, energetic pup and I look forward to hearing updates! Good thing she isn’t going too far ❤️

11/15/2024

We are down to our FINAL f o u r !!

it’s becoming more and more quiet around the kennel and we are definitely enjoying some one on ones with these sweet & fun pups.

They are all 9 weeks old &
r e a d y t o g o!!

our golden retriever puppies are now a v a i l a b l e for homes 🙂

raising them from little neonates to 9 week old pups - it flew by quick and it’s been an adventure but now these gorgeous goldens are ready for their next adventure with you!

vet checked and approved for homes we work at first come first serve through a deposit and completed application! we do have a no deposit no hold policy as these pups are ready for their new adventure NOW! We have one little female available and 3 handsome males!

go home bag included • Vet health report •Shot schedule • APRI papers & microchip information all included with each pup!

ready to m e e t Y O U !!

message our page or send Leah a message at (605) 214-3031

11/15/2024

On Thursday we traveled across the state of South Dakota to meet with one of the sweetest couples !

Miss Molli was such a wonderful traveler! She may get it from her mama as Mama Quinn loves car rides ☺️ this was Molli’s first car ride and she did so well for a little pup! She continued to travel out west with her new family! Molli enjoyed giving my 3 year old daughter kisses along the way, she really loved being next to my mom and claimed her as her travel companion for the trip! Molli was introduced to a harness and leash and she did very well following us around while tethered, she also listened wonderfully & was getting the hand of the “automatic sit”.

Molli is going to a wonderful home, a sweet pup to a sweet family!

11/13/2024

The resemblance is uncanny! Mr. Cider (left) and his dad Blue (right, same age as Cider) !

Safe to say Cider will be as handsome as Blue!!

11/13/2024

I couldn’t be prouder than I am of my mama goldens!

pictured: Harley 🧡

their sweet, gentle demeanor. the constant want & need of attention. Especially Miss Harley! You don’t leave our acreage without receiving a “Harley Hug”.

if you sit down, she is right there in your lap, but she is so gentle, barely puts any weight on you. You can just feel the stress & tension melt as she extends her love and her paw to you.

it’s truly healing! Am I thinking about enrolling my mamas into therapy dogs?? It’s a possibility! It’s definitely something I’m going to do more research in and see if you can make it work! I’m definitely considering it! once puppy season is over we will have some “quiet time” so maybe this could be our new project. It’s definitely something to ponder about

BUT regardless of what we decide.. my mamas are definitely healing for all of us here at our acreage and anyone who comes into contact with them. I enjoy working with them everyday. For being how young they are, they are the most mellow dogs I have ever seen.

I could talk about my mama goldens all day because truly they are the definition of unconditional love and I hope their puppies will be healing to their families as these girls have been healing me❤️

11/12/2024

Monday puppies who went home 🥹 I absolutely enjoy meeting & visiting with these families! It definitely makes the goodbye easier as I know they are going to some loving & committed homes!

sweet puppies & sweet families! THANK YOU so much and we wish you all the best of luck and have many joyful memories together!

11/11/2024

I’ve always kept a good barrier between my adults and baby Goldens but this unplanned event surprised me how good my Goldens are!

11/11/2024

On paper he is “Squash” but he looks like something more..

What do you think ? 🤔 what name suits him better? Comment down below !

- smallest boy of all 26!
- mellow but also plays!
- light golden coat
- curly ears (makes me think of George Washington 😅)
- likes to sit on my feet
- not mad about being a lap puppy!

11/10/2024

Met some of the sweetest families this morning!!

Both pups have big jobs in the future!! Not only are they going to be wonderdul family companions but potential therapy dogs!

Willow & Oakley, brother & sister ❤️ I have high hopes for these pups and I know they are going to committed, loving families, thank you 🐾❤️

11/10/2024

my little puppy wrangler 🤍 I believe she has a special gift on choosing our “unicorn puppies”.

there are still some puppies we talk about today that went home in the spring time.

the little puppy on the left was formerly known as “Hoagie” (Lydia named him) now he is known as Auggie! He was the very last puppy to find a home and I never understood why.. he was our “unicorn puppy”! The most mellow, chill, patient, quiet pup we had. Lydia had a very sweet bond with him as he never jumped on her or overwhelmed her. My husband even said “if he doesn’t go, we are keeping him!”. He eventually went home to the most perfect family who has another little kiddo. We still talk about this puppy even today and we will for a long time!

On the right is Oakley! Who Lydia gave the sweetest goodbye hug to. Oakley left this morning as he has a very special job to do for a very special family! He is becoming an EAS or a possible therapy dog. When I first talked with this family and they were describing their situation and what they were looking for, the first pup I thought was Mr. Oakley. His calm, patient demeanor reminded me of our prior puppy Hoagie/Auggie. After visiting and discussing, they chose Oakley!! I have high hopes that he will provide the family with what they are desiring.

We wish nothing but the best with all families and puppies!

As our facility is becoming quieter, it’s a bittersweet goodbye but we will cherish the sweet memories that each pup will leave us and receive the sweetest updates from their new family 🤍🖤

11/10/2024

About the past 2 days.. ❤️🐾

12 puppies went off to their new adventures! met some of the sweetest families who I’ve been working with even before these pups were born 🥹

to know that that they are going to give them the best homes they can makes the goodbyes easier!

I cannot say thank you enough to you all ❤️ thank you for trusting in me to raise your newest family companion

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Centerville, SD
57014

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+6052143031

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https://lasgoldenhourpups.com/

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This was never planned !

I’ve always kept a good barrier between my adults and baby Goldens but this unplanned event surprised me how good my Goldens are!

The milk bar is officially closed!! 🥛 that means puppies are leaving soon !!

Puppy POOL DAY!

Brrr! It was chili out today so instead of playing outside, we turned up the heat in the kennel and played with some water! Desensitizing those little paws with lots of water play! Their dad, Blue, is a water dog, going to see if these pups share the same love! Either way, introducing them to water at a safe, young age is important for many reasons! Baths, lakes, puddles, feeling of rain, just to name a few! Took them about 20 minutes of play and they were exhausted! We will definitely do this in days when it’s too chill to play outside!

ROLL CALL 🐾

Here are the 5 week old pups!!

A little evening playtime with the Goldens

Say hello to Quinn’s litter 🍁 3 weeks old today!

Nearing WEEK 3 for Quinn’s Litter! This is when they start to act like puppies instead of little potatoes! They can see, but vision is BLURRY! Their ears are finally open, then they understand who mama, littermates, and the human is! Enjoy the puppy development!

It’s probably the cutest thing I’ve ever saw!! Lydia has been “helping out” with the “baby puppies” (this is what she call them). While I’m cleaning & sanitizing the whelping boxes, the puppies are in the new “holding chute”. This is where Lydia will sit and talk to the pups, oh btw, Quinn’s pups can hear now! She will position them in different areas of the holding chute, carefully, or she will assist a puppy to her lap. We do the best we can with listening, as much as a 3 year old can! This pups will definitely be use to a toddler hands & shenanigans!

Doing something different this round. ESI or Early Scent Identification! This can be beneficial for the puppy’s development as it can improve the brains ability to recognize scent! It’s a quick exercise that I’m implementing in their Puppy Power Program, alongside with ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation). Today we introduced a branch of fallen leaves!