No Planned Litters for 2026
Welcoming a Golden Retriever into your family is a lasting commitment, and we want the reservation process to feel personal, comfortable, and transparent.
At Ladybug Goldens, we take time to get to know each family, understand their expectations, and help them prepare for life with a new puppy.
Our goal is to find loving, suitable homes where our puppies can thrive.
Applications & Reservations Are Currently Closed
We do not have any litters planned for the remainder of 2026.
Applications and reservations will reopen once future breeding plans have been confirmed.
The information below is provided so families can become familiar with our process, pricing, and policies in advance.
Step 1 — Puppy Application
When applications reopen, families begin by completing our puppy application.
This helps us learn about your household, experience with dogs, lifestyle, and what you are looking for in a Golden Retriever.
Applications are reviewed individually, and approval does not guarantee a puppy.
Approved families are invited to join our reservation list.
A $100 non-refundable commitment deposit is required to secure a place on the list.
Before submitting a deposit, families are encouraged to review our reservation agreement and health guarantee.
Once a litter is born, families on our reservation list are contacted.
At that time:
An additional $200 non-refundable deposit is required.
Both deposits are applied toward the puppy's total purchase price.
Families receive photographs, videos, and updates as the puppies grow.
If a puppy is available from an already-born litter, a $300 total reservation deposit may be required.
Puppy selections take place when puppies are 7 weeks old.
Families have the opportunity to meet the puppies, learn about their developing personalities, and make their selections with our guidance.
Puppies go home no earlier than eight weeks of age, provided they are developmentally ready.
$1,800 — Limited AKC Registration
Our puppies are placed with limited AKC registration.
Full AKC registration may be considered individually for an additional fee.
All reservation deposits are applied toward the purchase price. The remaining balance is due according to the terms of our agreement.
Prepared with care
Each puppy goes home with the support and foundation they need to transition comfortably into family life.
Included products may vary based on availability.
Signed puppy agreement and health guarantee
AKC registration paperwork
Veterinary health summary, vaccination and deworming records
Implanted Fi Nano ID microchip
30 days of AKC Pet Insurance
30 days of Trupanion insurance
NuVet Labs supplement sample and information
Probiotic powder
Sample of Valu-Pak Black Bag 28–20 puppy food
Wet puppy food sample
Pumpkin-based snack
Blanket carrying the scent of mom and littermates
Puppy wipes
Squeaky toy and teething chew
Collar and leash
Puppy bowl and poop bags
A copy of Raising the Empowered Puppy
Feeding and transition information
Lifetime breeder support
We believe families should understand our health guarantee and their responsibilities before making a reservation.
Our written agreement explains the health coverage, reservation terms, and expectations for both breeder and owner.
Please review our Health Guarantee and reservation agreement before submitting a deposit.
We accept Venmo, Apple Pay, Zelle, and Cash App.
Apple Pay & Zelle: (843) 446-6608
Payments may display my husband's name, Charles.
Please do not send any deposits or payments while reservations are closed. Payment instructions will be confirmed directly when applications reopen.
Our commitment doesn't end when your puppy leaves our home.
We remain available throughout your Golden's life for questions, guidance, and updates. We love staying connected with the families who have welcomed one of our puppies.
Although we are not currently accepting applications or reservations, we welcome you to explore our website and learn more about our dogs and how we raise our puppies.
Future litter plans and application reopening dates will be announced when confirmed.
Thank you for considering Ladybug Goldens. We appreciate the care and thought you are putting into choosing your future companion.