Field Bred Golden Retrievers
Bred for the field.
Proven in the home.
Based in West Mountain, Utah. Puppies placed nationwide.
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
What Is a Field Bred Golden Retriever?
Field-bred is not a separate breed. A field-bred Golden Retriever is still a Golden Retriever. The phrase describes working and hunting bloodlines—dogs selected for retrieving desire, athleticism, trainability, and the ability to work closely with a handler.
That energy should come with an off switch. We want Goldens that can hunt or train with real drive and then settle at home. They need a job and regular exercise, not a frantic temperament.
Field Bred vs Show Bred Golden Retrievers
| Field bred | Show bred | |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Hunting, field work, and an active family life | Conformation and companion type |
| Build | Athletic, efficient working structure | Heavier show silhouette and more coat |
| Coat | A practical coat for water and cover | Fuller coat selected for the ring |
| Energy | Drive with an off switch when the work is done | Typically calmer energy, still a Golden |
| Retrieving drive | Selected for marking, desire, and trainability | Not the main breeding priority |
| Best fit | Hunters and active homes that will give the dog a job | Homes looking for a traditional show or pet Golden |
Health Testing
Our breeding dogs complete the GRCA-recommended health clearances, along with relevant genetic testing. Results are published and independently verifiable.
- ✦Hips
- ✦Elbows
- ✦Heart
- ✦Eyes
- ✦Genetic panel
Red or Light? Coat Color in Field Goldens
Coat color does not decide drive or ability. Field-bred Goldens range from lighter gold to deep red. We evaluate the dog in front of us—pedigree, health, structure, working ability, and temperament—not the shade of gold.
FBGR Journal
From the Blog
Golden Retrievers and Cancer: What We Know, What We Don't, and What You Can Actually Do
What does research say about cancer in Golden Retrievers? Explore genetics, prevention, early detection, and integrative care from a breeder's perspective.
October 24, 2026
Beyond the Pedigree: What Every Golden Retriever Buyer Should Know About COI
Families usually ask us great questions about hips, hearts, temperament, and how we raise puppies. One more belongs on the list: what's the genetic COI of this litter, not just the pedigree COI?
October 14, 2026
Things I Hate About Golden Retrievers (From Someone Who Loves the Breed)
I hesitated to say this out loud. Golden Retrievers are still the breed I love. That is exactly why I think we should talk honestly about cancer, genetics, two very different kinds of Goldens, and the limits of even careful breeding.
September 30, 2026
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