Stonefly Retrievers

Stonefly Retrievers We train and compete with our Golden Retrievers in Field Trials, Hunt Tests and Obedience.

We believe in maintaining the health and integrity of the Golden Retriever breed.

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03/22/2026

https://grca.org/find-a-golden/more-topics-before-you-buy/goldendoodles/

Goldendoodles I. GRCA’s Position on Goldendoodles The Golden Retriever Club of America is dedicated to the health and welfare of the Golden Retriever breed while conserving the original breed function – that of a “working retriever.” A purebred dog offers to his owner the likelihood that he ...

03/22/2026

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Fully health tested, accomplished and titled parents, located in San Antonio, TX. Ready to go home 5/10. I'll be heading to San Antonio to get one for myself in May!

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03/01/2024

Our foundation will be funding more studies aimed at prevention, detection and treatment of hemangiosarcoma thanks to one of our long-time supporters, Nan Stuart.

Sadly, Nan has lost five dogs to hemangiosarcoma including Koaster, Angel Hero #1223, in our Golden Retriever Lifetime Study. Her generous gift directly supports our foundation's efforts to move the needle in this area of medicine to help her dogs and others affected by this deadly cancer.

Thank you, Nan, for your support of this critical research!

Learn more about Nan’s gift: https://maf.link/nan
Support our Hemangiosarcoma Initiative: https://maf.link/HSAformFB

New Year and new pups!  A very exciting breeding in the oven between our female, Rusty, and an imported European stud, R...
01/12/2023

New Year and new pups!

A very exciting breeding in the oven between our female, Rusty, and an imported European stud, Reggie. Due early March. UK/European goldens have a significantly lower cancer risk than our American bred dogs. Crossing ours on theirs should produce genetically superior dogs, bringing diversity that has been lacking in American lines. Pm the page for more information.

Reggie ”Lanlwyd Cepheus” came to the U.S. from LanLwyd Goldens in Wales to Utah, and is bringing fresh new blood to cross on Rusty’s proven American lines. Reggie comes from outstanding lines with the European equivalent of AFC/FC and MH titles in his background. The COI on this breeding will be a complete outcross on anything we routinely see in field goldens and will bring some much needed variety to a breeding program! We already plan on keeping at least one of these pups!

Per his handler:
“He is 70 lb golden specimen. Dark pigment, broad head, muscular chest and powerful frame. He reminds me of a quarter horse rather than a thoroughbred. He's balanced, quick and light on his feet. His work ethic is very good. He's not obsessive. He likes to see the fun in things and works well when he's pleasing the trainer. He's birdy and a steady retriever.”

Litter K9 data link: https://k9data.com/pedigree.asp?ID=1282423

Yep. But expect toys to be tossed at you to throw back.
10/27/2022

Yep. But expect toys to be tossed at you to throw back.

I get a lot of questions about field bred goldens in general, and what they’re like. The main question people have is “I want a house dog - can they be that?”. The answer is yes - 90% of my colleagues who own field bred goldens keep them in the house with them. For us, all four of our dogs are inside dogs. Every single one is an excellent companion, and a pet before anything else.

HOWEVER - you need to know your pedigrees, and work with honest breeders. Some lines are content to go on several walks a day, or have a buddy to play with. Others need dedicated training and more intense exercise. Field bred dogs are bred for a working purpose, and are (usually) not happy sleeping on the couch 19 hours out of the day. Brain games and exercise are important for them as an outlet - they’re bred to be smart little athletes!

Important to consider if you’re wanting a golden bred for the field 🙂

All have gone to their new homes ❤️Pups have arrived!  Born 9/10, we have 1 male and some females available! Pictures to...
09/15/2022

All have gone to their new homes ❤️

Pups have arrived! Born 9/10, we have 1 male and some females available! Pictures to follow!

Just a few more weeks!  Male and female reservations available, pm for more information!
08/22/2022

Just a few more weeks! Male and female reservations available, pm for more information!

08/12/2022
Born 9/10, ready to go home the end of October. We have a 3 females available.  Pups will excel in a variety of discipli...
07/05/2022

Born 9/10, ready to go home the end of October.

We have a 3 females available. Pups will excel in a variety of disciplines, with multiple agility and field champions on both sides of their pedigree.

AGCH MACH7 Emberain Red Rum Punch MH MXG2 MJB3 MFC TQX T2B5 PDS PJS WCX CCA ADHF OS (Punch)
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Stoneflys Gemstone (Tess)

No need to elaborate, Punch speaks for himself. Saying he’s an accomplished dog, is an understatement. I’ve been following his career for a few years and I was very excited to have the opportunity to breed to him. Along with his many accomplishments, Punch qualified for the 2022 Master Nationals!

Tess is a beautiful example of a Golden Retriever, biddable, loves all people of all ages, gentle with children, very athletic, with a strong instinct to retrieve. She comes from strong hunt/field lines and her pups are sure to succeed, whether at home or hunting.
OFA links since K9 data is down: Pm for Tess’s clearances through pawprint, she is clear on everything.

Punch:
https://ofa.org/advanced-search/?appnum=1834578

Tess:
https://ofa.org/advanced-search/?appnum=2129726

https://www.k9data.com/pedigree.asp?ID=1017249

Address

35 Halo Loop Trail
Ennis, MT
59729

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+14065339717

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