Katmai
Girl • National Park: Katmai
Confident, people-oriented girl with a nice balance of drive and off-switch. A strong candidate for active family or working homes.
Golden Retriever Litter • National Parks Theme
National Parks Golden Retriever Litter – Born October 13
Our National Parks Golden Retriever litter was born on October 13 and includes 10 high-potential puppies (2 girls and 8 boys) raised with Puppy Culture, ENS, and ESI, scent imprinted for diabetic alert, and Volhard-tested for service work potential, ready to go home on December 8.
- Litter theme: National Parks – born on Columbus Day, October 13
- Puppies: 2 girls (Katmai, Acadia) & 8 boys (Jasper, Denali, Sequoia, Banff, Biscayne, Zion, Glacier, Kenai)
- Go-home date: December 8
- Focus: Service, therapy, ESA, hunting, performance, and active family homes
- Program: Puppy Culture, ENS, ESI, scent imprinting for diabetic alert, Volhard tested at 7 weeks
When can these puppies go home?
Puppies from the National Parks Golden Retriever litter are ready to go home on December 8, after completing early neurological stimulation, early scent introduction, and their 7-week Volhard aptitude testing.
How does pick order work?
We accept applications through our website and take deposits in the order they are received. Service dog candidates are always 1st priority and are confirmed after Volhard testing on December 1.
Meet the National Parks Litter
This special Golden Retriever litter arrived on October 13 – Columbus Day – and since we love exploring new places (especially national parks), each puppy was named after a park we love to adventure in.
Girls
- Katmai – bold, observant, and people-focused
- Acadia – thoughtful, cuddly, and very biddable
Boys
- Jasper
- Denali
- Sequoia
- Banff
- Biscayne
- Zion
- Glacier
- Kenai
How we raise them
- Puppy Culture from birth
- ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation)
- ESI (Early Scent Introduction)
- All pups scent-imprinted for diabetic alert
- Volhard aptitude testing at 7 weeks for service potential
Meet Each Puppy
Click through the photos to get to know each puppy in the National Parks litter. Availability is limited, and some puppies may be held for service or working homes.
Acadia
Girl • National Park: Acadia
Soft, thoughtful, and very handler-focused. Ideal for therapy, emotional support, or a home wanting a gentle, connected partner.
Jasper
Boy • National Park: Jasper
Curious and social, Jasper loves to problem-solve and explore. Shows great potential for sport, nosework, or an active family.
Denali
Boy • National Park: Denali
Big presence, big heart. Denali pairs strong food and scent drive with a steady, thoughtful nature – a nice service or hunting prospect.
Sequoia
Boy • National Park: Sequoia
Solid and grounded with a classic Golden temperament. Sequoia is the type that fits beautifully into a structured family or therapy home.
Banff
Boy • National Park: Banff
Bright, engaged, and up for anything. Banff loves interaction and would thrive in a home that enjoys training and adventure.
Biscayne
Boy • National Park: Biscayne
Easy-going and affectionate with nice food drive. Biscayne is an excellent match for a family wanting a steady companion.
Zion
Boy • National Park: Zion
Sparkly and engaged, Zion loves to work with his person. A great candidate for task work, sport, or a very involved family home.
Glacier
Boy • National Park: Glacier
Calm, observant, and a deep thinker. Glacier has the kind of temperament that often does well in service or therapy settings.
Kenai
Boy • National Park: Kenai
Balanced and biddable with a fun, social side. Kenai is well-suited to an active home that also values good manners and structure.
Availability: We still have a couple of puppies available. Service dog candidates are always prioritized first and are selected after Volhard testing on December 1.
Meet the Parents – Buck & Gracie
As always, all Monticello Ranch breeders have OFA and genetic health clearances. This pairing brings together working ability, biddability, and genuinely sweet, stable temperaments.
Gracie – Dam
- Junior Hunt titled Golden Retriever
- Exceptionally sweet and people-focused temperament
- Strong work ethic with classic Golden off-switch in the home
- OFA and genetic health clearances
Buck – Sire
- Second generation diabetic alert dog
- Outstanding scent drive with stable, clear-headed temperament
- Proven working aptitude and handler engagement
- OFA and genetic health clearances
How to Reserve a Puppy
We’ve already reached out to everyone currently on the waitlist. If you’d like to be considered for this litter, the first step is to complete our online puppy application.
- Step 1 – Apply: Submit your application through our website at monticelloranch.com/puppy-applications/ .
- Step 2 – Placement Chat: We’ll review your application and discuss your goals, lifestyle, and whether you’re seeking a service, therapy, sport, or companion dog. Once we've approved your application, deposit is required to reserve your puppy.
- Step 3 – Volhard Testing: At 7 weeks (December 1), each puppy is Volhard tested to evaluate service and working potential.
- Step 4 – Deposits & Pick Order: Once test results are in and service puppies are placed, we go down the line in pick order to select your pup. You can choose to have the breeder select for you, if you prefer.
- Step 5 – Go-Home Day: Puppies are ready to go home on December 8. Arrangements can be made for pickup closer to Christmas, additional fees may apply.
Life in the National Parks Litter
A few extra moments from the whelping box and early socialization – building confident, curious, people-focused Golden Retrievers.
National Parks Litter – FAQs
When were the puppies born?
The National Parks Golden Retriever litter was born on October 13 (Columbus Day).
When can they go home?
Puppies are ready to go home on December 8, after we complete their early development protocols and temperament testing.
Are any puppies still available?
Yes, we currently have a couple of puppies available. Availability can change quickly as applications and deposits come in, so we recommend applying as soon as you’re serious about a puppy.
Are these puppies suitable for service or therapy work?
Yes. Every puppy is raised with Puppy Culture, ENS, and ESI and is scent imprinted for diabetic alert. At 7 weeks we perform Volhard testing to identify the strongest service and working candidates.
What health testing is done on the parents?
All Monticello Ranch breeding dogs have OFA and genetic health clearances. Buck is a second generation diabetic alert dog, and Gracie is junior hunt titled with a sweet, stable temperament.
How do I join the waitlist or contact you?
Complete our puppy application to join the waitlist. You can also contact us through the website or email [email protected] with questions about this litter.