Golden Retriever

[Aquattro]

Originally Posted by StirCrazy

. Most of the time it is down, not knowing as big tail wagers like Brads dog

She's excitable, that's all

I don't agree on seeing both parents. Someone with a good bitch should breed to the best stud they can, even if it's an out of town dog. For me, someone owning both dogs is a warning bell for backyard breeder.
Not saying you won't get a great dog out of it, but if you're paying that kind of money, you should get the best possible breeding.
My female Border Collie's sire is out of the Sask, but a quality working sheep dog with trial history to prove it. Bred to a local dog with equal history in trialing.

If I were looking for a GR, I'd look at working lines.