Each week in a puppy’s early life shapes who they’ll become. At Shadalane Labradors, the commitment to ethical breeding, health screening, and early socialization ensures that every puppy is set up for long-term success in their new home.

If you’re thinking of adding a Golden Retriever to your family, choosing a breeder who understands and supports these critical early weeks—like Shadalane Golden Retrievers —can make all the difference.

Bringing home a Golden Retriever puppy is an exciting and joyful experience. With their gentle temperament, intelligence, and eagerness to please, Golden Retrievers make wonderful family companions. But like all puppies, they need early guidance and consistent training to grow into well-behaved adult dogs.

If you’re a new owner, don’t worry — this guide will walk you through the fundamental steps of training your Golden Retriever puppy and help you start your journey on the right paw.

Welcoming a Golden Retriever puppy into your home is a joyful, life-changing experience. But behind every happy, confident pup is a lot of intentional early work—especially when it comes to socialization. At Shadalane, we believe that the first few weeks of a puppy's life shape their future in a big way. That’s why we’ve built a structured, loving socialization program that starts the moment they open their eyes.