Nalangel Golden Retrievers (ANKC)
Surf Coast, VIC
Hi, I'm Kathryn B.
Nalangel Golden Retrievers is an ANKC registered breeder and have been involved with this wonderful breed for over 20 years. Nalangel was established in 2003 with our first girl Nala, who helped create the Nalangel prefix. Our dogs live as part of our family in our home and take part in everyday family activities…
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- Breeding & Welfare
- Health Practices
- Home Environment
- Documentation
- Feeding
- Physical Condition
Our Breeding Practices
Behaviour and socialisation
We raise our puppies using Puppy Culture socialisation principles. We do early scent introduction and ENS (Early neurological stimulation) to help with puppy development. Our puppies are enriched with a range of sensory play activities. Our puppies get to see and meet other animals. Our puppies get to meet a range of…
Health
Our puppies will all have had their first vaccination, microchip, and are wormed every 2 weeks before coming home with you. All our puppies will have passed their health check at the vet before coming home with you. Any health or behaviour concerns will be explained to you in writing. We provide a specific health…
Home environment
Our puppies are born and raised in our family home. Our dogs are our family members and all live and sleep in the house with us. Our puppies are raised on our rural property. Our puppies are born indoors but also have access to outdoor play and activities. We provide a stimulating environment for our puppies with…
Included with our puppies
Our puppies come with: 6 weeks free insurance Puppy training information Puppy raising guide DNA results of parents Certificate of vet check Relevant health records Breed specific care guide Suggested shopping list ANKC registration certificate Starter food pack Toy Blanket with mothers scent Treats Lifetime support…
Health Tests
Core Tests(3/3)
Nalangel Golden Retrievers (ANKC) conducts 3 out of 3 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Golden Retriever.
Elbow Dysplasia
Physical Test
These breeders have had x-rays taken on their breeding dogs to assess the quality of their elbow…
![Elbow Dysplasia](https://assets.rightpaw.com.au/images/health-tests/elbow-dysplasia.jpg)
Eye Certificate
Physical Test
An eye certificate means the breeder has had their breeding dogs examined by a veterinary…
![Eye Certificate](https://assets.rightpaw.com.au/images/health-tests/eye-certificate.jpg)
Hip Dysplasia
Physical Test
These breeders have had x-rays taken on their breeding dogs to assess their ‘hip score’. Dogs with…
![Hip Dysplasia](https://assets.rightpaw.com.au/images/health-tests/hip-dysplasia.jpg)
Additional Tests
Nalangel Golden Retrievers (ANKC) conducts 9 additional tests available for the Golden Retriever.
Genetic Test
Congenital eye malformations in Golden Retrievers result from a mutation of the SIX6 gene. These malformations can present as a range of different eye conditions, ranging from poor vision to blindness in one or both eyes. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying the affected gene.
Genetic Test
Dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB) is a congenital skin disease that causes fragile skin, blisters, ulceration, and skin scarring. There is a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
Genetic Test
This is a disease affecting the spinal cord of older dogs, initially causing wobbliness and eventually hindlimb paralysis. It can affect a wide range of breeds. There is now a DNA test that can indicated if a breeding dog is carrying this disease.
Physical Test
A heart certificate indicates that a breeding dog has been screened for heart disease such as DCM or MMVD. Auscultation alone is only accepted as a screening method if performed by a veterinary cardiologist or a GP vet certifying an OFA Basic Cardiac Screen. Echocardiography is an accepted screening method via GP or cardiologist.
Genetic Test
This is a serious genetic skin disease that causes flaky dry skin and footpad problems. It can occur in many breeds but is fairly common in Golden Retrievers. There is a DNA test to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this disease and could pass it on to their puppies.
Genetic Test
Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (NCL) is a neurodegenerative disorder found in many breeds of dog. 7 varieties have been identified so far, affecting different breeds. There are DNA tests for each type, to identify whether a breeding dog might be carrying this condition.
Genetic Test
Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), also known as ‘brittle bone disease’, is an inherited disease in both humans and animals, causing bone fragility and fracturing. As it is a genetic disease, breeding parents can be tested to ensure it is not passed onto their puppies.
Genetic Test
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) in dogs is a type of genetic eye disease causing deterioration of the retina and eventually, blindness. There are a variety of sub-types of PRA, which can occur in various breeds. There are various DNA tests available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
Genetic Test
Skeletal Dysplasia is an inherited form of dwarfism which causes the leg bones to grow much shorter than is proportional for the body. Affected legs will be short and slightly bowed outwards. Often the forelimbs are more affected than the hindlimbs, which can make the condition more difficult to spot in subtle cases. There is a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
Transportation options
Nalangel Golden Retrievers (ANKC) will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:
Getting your puppy home
Nalangel Golden Retrievers (ANKC) supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.
Badges of Recognition
About the Breeder
Credentials
State registration
RB224197
Association
Dogs Victoria (ANKC)
Association number
3100017257
Prefix
Nalangel
Breeding since
2003
- Golden Retriever Club Of Victoria Inc
A$5,000