Bred for the field.
Proven in the home.
Our Program
Purpose in Every Pairing
We raise health-tested, field-bred Golden Retrievers with the drive to work, the temperament to live beautifully in the home, and the trainability to thrive with active families. Every pairing is chosen with purpose, and every litter is raised with thoughtful socialization from the very beginning.
Our Breeding ProgramSee It in Action
Field Bred Isn't Just a Name
See the drive, athleticism, and natural ability behind our breeding program.
Meet the Breeders
Meet Tyce and Rachel
We're Tyce and Rachel Erickson, and Field Bred Golden Retrievers grew from the life we already loved—raising our five children in rural Utah and working with exceptional bird dogs every day. Through Tyce's years as a professional hunting-dog trainer, we've learned which qualities truly matter: natural ability, trainability, sound temperament, and the ability to settle comfortably into family life.
Our puppies are raised as part of our family, with our children helping socialize and care for every litter. We breed selectively for healthy, capable Golden Retrievers that can excel in the field, keep up with an active family, and become deeply connected lifelong companions.
Our Story
The Dogs Behind FBGR
Meet Our Dogs
Sunny
Dam
Coral
Dam
Covey
Dam
Boss
Sire
FBGR Journal
From the Blog
Are Golden Retrievers Good Hunting Dogs?
Golden Retrievers were developed as hunting retrievers, but modern bloodlines vary widely. Learn what makes a field-bred Golden a capable waterfowl and upland partner—and what hunters should look for when choosing a puppy.
August 5, 2026
Hunt Tests vs Real Hunting: What Actually Matters in a Retriever?
Hunt test titles can be a useful measure of training and control—but they don't tell the whole story. We look at how a retriever performs when conditions are cold, unpredictable, and demanding.
April 13, 2026
Are Field-Bred Golden Retrievers Too Hyper?
Field-bred Golden Retrievers are often labeled hyper, but drive and hyperactivity are not the same. Learn how thoughtful breeding, training, and a reliable off-switch create a focused working dog that can also thrive in an active family home.
March 13, 2026
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