Bullet Retrievers of Arizona

Bullet Retrievers of Arizona We are breeders of AKC golden retrievers. please visit our website for info on any available litters.

09/10/2025

🏹 The Original Golden Retriever (Field/Working Type)

Purpose: Bred as a gundog for hunting and retrieving game over long days in the field.
Look:
• Lean, athletic build
• Darker golden to red coats
• Moderate feathering
• Longer legs, more stamina
Temperament:
• High drive and energy
• Loves having a job (retrieving, hunting, sports)
• Quick learners, eager to please
• Need daily mental + physical exercise

✅ Pros:
• Fantastic for active homes, hunters, and sport competitors
• Naturally athletic and agile
• Highly trainable, thrives with structure

⚠️ Cons:
• Can be “too much dog” for laid-back households
• Boredom can lead to destructive behavior
• Needs daily exercise and training — not a couch potato



🏆 The Modern Show Golden Retriever

Purpose: Bred to conform to AKC/FCI breed standards for appearance and temperament.
Look:
• Heavier bone structure, blockier heads
• Cream to light gold coats (in some lines)
• Full, flowing feathering
• Softer overall expression
Temperament:
• Generally calm and people-oriented
• Lower energy than field lines
• Excel as family companions, therapy dogs

✅ Pros:
• Excellent for families or those wanting a calmer Golden
• Gentle, affectionate, easier for first-time dog owners
• Beautiful, classic “Teddy bear” look

⚠️ Cons:
• Can lack the drive or stamina for field work
• Higher grooming needs (thicker coats = more maintenance)
• Some lines may be more prone to health issues if not responsibly bred



🐾 The Best of Both Worlds

Neither type is “better” — it depends on your lifestyle!
• Want a running partner, dock diving champion, or hunting buddy? A field-bred Golden might be your perfect match.
• Want a calm, cuddly family companion who lounges on the couch after playtime? A show-line Golden may be right for you.

Responsible breeders aim for a balance — preserving the working ability and sound structure of the original Golden while maintaining the lovely temperament and beauty that make this breed so special.

Do you prefer the look and energy of the classic working Golden or the big, fluffy modern show Golden? Drop your pick (or a pic of your dog!) in the comments.

07/25/2025

Little Orange puppy, now Emerie, is such a clever girl! Thank you for the pupdate!

Grandma Gypsy is just soaking up these last days with the puppies.
07/03/2025

Grandma Gypsy is just soaking up these last days with the puppies.

It rained today. A lot of fun was had by most. ⛈️
06/30/2025

It rained today. A lot of fun was had by most. ⛈️

There's always 1 or 2 in every litter who become my velcro puppies. This is little blue boy who is the smallest in the l...
06/25/2025

There's always 1 or 2 in every litter who become my velcro puppies. This is little blue boy who is the smallest in the litter. We are soaking up some time in the yard this morning, and he keeps coming back for snuggles.

The best seat in the house at lunchtime is inside the bowl🤎🧡💛
06/08/2025

The best seat in the house at lunchtime is inside the bowl🤎🧡💛

06/05/2025

It's an exciting milestone! When the puppies turn 3 weeks old, it's time to move to the dining room and a bigger pen. Grandma Gypsy always enjoys this time because she can finally bond with the puppies, too.

Holli's 12 puppies are 1 week old today! She is such a good mom and is handling this large litter perfectly. She had an ...
05/22/2025

Holli's 12 puppies are 1 week old today! She is such a good mom and is handling this large litter perfectly. She had an even split of 6 boys and 6 girls!

Congratulations, Maggi, on your first scent work trial! Maggi is from Holli's 2024 litter
04/16/2025

Congratulations, Maggi, on your first scent work trial!
Maggi is from Holli's 2024 litter

Please enjoy this collection of noodles naps. I guess you can say that Holli has a favorite position 😅
03/28/2025

Please enjoy this collection of noodles naps. I guess you can say that Holli has a favorite position 😅

"I like this channel"-Rowdy (probably)
03/27/2025

"I like this channel"
-Rowdy (probably)

02/14/2025

Just rainy day golden retriever things. 🤎🧡💛

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Payson, AZ
85541

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