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style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Stony Meadows, our greatest joy comes from knowing our puppies have found loving forever homes. We cherish the updates we receive from families, as they remind us of the special bonds we help create. Recently, we received a heartwarming letter from a special member of our Stony Meadows family, Asher, a Mini Golden Retriever puppy now living his best life in Arizona. We thought we\u2019d share his letter with you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #993300;\">Dear Ivan,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #993300;\">It has been a couple of months since I was born, and I thought I would write to check in and tell you how happy I am. I thought it might be a good idea to make this a regular thing because I have many questions\u2014too many for one email or blog post. So I thought I would start with the obvious one. Am I really a \u201cMini\u201d Golden Retriever?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #993300;\">Where do I start? First off, the trip to Arizona was spectacular. The crate was well-stocked and quite comfortable. Everyone was very careful and kind as I made my journey west.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #993300;\">Mom and Dad are a bit more mature than I expected, but they are totally cool. Dad and I get up very early for what he calls \u201cQuiet Time\u201d before our morning walks. Each day, we walk through the neighborhood for about two miles. He likes to keep a brisk pace, which I have adapted to, and he occasionally lets me get some big sniffs in.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #993300;\"><strong>Oh, and oh my gosh!<\/strong> There is some wildlife in the neighborhood. We have coyotes and javelinas\u2014have you ever heard of such a thing? They are UGLY!<\/span><\/p>\n<h6>Mini Golden Retriever<\/h6>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #993300;\">Recently, Mom and Dad took me to the vet for a check-up and put me in this basket to weigh me. What the heck? Although, I do look pretty cute.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #993300;\">They have this HUGE water dish in the backyard that I get to drink from when I get back from my walks. Mom taught me to drink out of the corner. I am curious why it has steps in the corner. I will send a picture next time so you can help me figure this one out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #993300;\">Rumor is I have a half-sister in the neighborhood. Mom says they learned of Stony Meadows from Belle\u2019s Mom. Do you know who that is?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #993300;\">There is so much more to ask you, but I just wanted to send a note and tell you how much I love my life. Thank you for what you do; being a Mini Golden Retriever breeder is a great job. Just so you know, you make a lot of people happy. Say hey to my Dad, Honest Abe, and let him know I am doing great.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #993300;\">Asher<\/span><\/p>\n<div 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class=\"font-semibold pdf-heading-class-replace text-h3 leading-[40px] pb-xxs [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-[21px] [&amp;_a]:underline-offset-[6px] [&amp;_.underline]:underline-offset-[6px]\" dir=\"ltr\">A Note from Your<br \/>\nMini Golden Retriever Breeder Ivan<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dear Asher,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thank you so much for your wonderful letter! It fills our hearts with joy to hear how well you\u2019ve settled into your new home in Arizona. We love hearing about your morning walks, your \u201cQuiet Time\u201d with Dad, and even your encounters with the local wildlife.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To answer your first big question: yes, you are indeed a \u201cMini\u201d Golden Retriever! We understand why the \u201cmini\u201d part might seem confusing as you continue to grow. Let us explain a bit about what makes our Mini Golden puppies so special.<\/span><\/p>\n<h6><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><strong>What is a Mini Golden Retriever?<\/strong><\/h6>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Mini Golden Retriever, sometimes called a Comfort Retriever\u00ae, is a hybrid breed we carefully developed as a designer breeder. Our goal was to create a dog with the wonderful, gentle temperament and classic beauty of a Golden Retriever but in a smaller, more manageable size and quickly becoming the breed to own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To achieve this, we thoughtfully cross a Golden Retriever with a smaller breed, with a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. This combination results in puppies, like you, that typically grow to be between 20-45 pounds. This smaller size makes them a perfect fit for a variety of homes and lifestyles, from active families to individuals in smaller living spaces.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"font-semibold pdf-heading-class-replace text-h4 leading-[30px] pb-xxs [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-[15px] [&amp;_a]:underline-offset-[6px] [&amp;_.underline]:underline-offset-[6px]\" dir=\"ltr\">Your Stony Meadows Family<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re a licensed breeder of Mini Golden Retrievers, and we\u2019re proud of the healthy, happy puppies that come from our program. Each of our Stony Meadows puppies is a testament to our commitment to responsible and ethical breeding practices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It sounds like you\u2019re having a fantastic time exploring your new world. The large \u201cwater dish\u201d with steps you mentioned is a swimming pool! We\u2019re sure you\u2019ll have a great time taking a dip on those warm Arizona days.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And yes, we do know Belle and her mom! It\u2019s wonderful that your families are connected and that you have a half-sister nearby. One of the best parts of being a breeder is building a community of families who share a love for their Stony Meadows dogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please give our warmest regards to your Mom and Dad. We\u2019re so grateful they chose us to find their new companion. We will certainly pass along your message to your dad, Honest Abe. He\u2019d be very proud to know what a happy and adventurous life you\u2019re living.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We look forward to your next letter and more of your great questions!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\nWith warmest wishes,<br \/>\n<\/span><strong>Ivan and the Stony Meadows Team<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"font-semibold pdf-heading-class-replace text-h3 leading-[40px] pb-xxs [&amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-[21px] [&amp;_a]:underline-offset-[6px] [&amp;_.underline]:underline-offset-[6px]\" dir=\"ltr\">Find Your Furry Companion<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asher\u2019s story is just one of many that highlight the joy our puppies bring to their new families. As a dedicated Mini Golden Retriever breeder, we pour our hearts into raising healthy, well-socialized puppies ready to become a cherished part of your life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for a loyal, intelligent, and loving companion in a perfectly sized package, our Mini Golden puppies might be the right fit for you. We invite you to explore our available puppies and learn more about our commitment to exceptional breeding.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] pt-[9px] pb-xxs\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stonymeadowsllc.com\/available-puppies-categories\/mini-golden-retriever-puppies\">See The Available Puppies<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] pt-[9px] pb-xxs\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At Stony Meadows, our greatest joy comes from knowing our puppies have found loving forever homes. 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