Mini Golden Retrievers in Florida | Crockett Pups

A Mini Golden Retriever gives Florida families all the warmth and loyalty of a full-size Golden in a compact, apartment-friendly package. Crockett Pups in Greenville, SC breeds family-raised Mini Goldens shipped directly to buyers across Florida. Puppies are microchipped, genetically tested, and priced from $3,900.

What exactly is a Mini Golden Retriever?

A Mini Golden Retriever is a purposefully bred cross between a Golden Retriever and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel — commonly called a Golden Cavalier. About 95% of litters come from this pairing; the remaining 5% are a Golden Retriever crossed with a Cocker Spaniel, sometimes called a Golden Cocker. To learn more about origins and appearance, visit our full guide on what is a mini golden retriever.

The breed captures the Golden Retriever's famous trainability and friendliness while the Cavalier influence trims the size down to a manageable 25–35 lbs in most adults. That makes them ideal for Florida condos, townhomes, and houses with smaller yards.

Coat colors range from cream and light gold all the way to deep red, dark gold, buff, and even black — so no two Mini Goldens look exactly alike.

How big do Mini Golden Retrievers get?

Most Mini Golden Retrievers reach 25–35 lbs and stand 14–18 inches tall at the shoulder. The full size range runs from 20 to 50 lbs depending on parentage, and they are fully grown by 10–12 months of age. For a detailed breakdown by generation and parent size, see our page on mini golden retriever size.

For Florida families living in Miami, Orlando, Tampa, or Jacksonville apartments, the 25–35 lb sweet spot means these dogs meet most building weight limits while still being sturdy enough to enjoy beach walks and outdoor adventures.

Because they finish growing so quickly, you'll know exactly what size adult dog you have within their first year — no guessing.

Are Mini Golden Retrievers good family dogs for Florida?

Yes — Mini Golden Retrievers are exceptionally well-suited to Florida family life. They are affectionate, playful, and gentle with children of all ages, and their adaptable nature means they settle just as comfortably in a beachside condo as in a suburban home with a yard. Explore the full personality profile on our mini golden retriever temperament page.

Their Cavalier King Charles Spaniel lineage adds a calm, easygoing quality that keeps them content during Florida's hotter months when outdoor activity is limited. They are also highly intelligent and easy to train, which is a plus for first-time dog owners.

Crockett Pups raises every puppy in a home environment with children and other animals, so your new puppy arrives already socialized and confident.

How much does a Mini Golden Retriever cost in Florida?

Mini Golden Retriever puppies from Crockett Pups are priced between $3,900 and $4,300. The adoption option starts at $3,900–$4,000 and requires a $300 refundable deposit to hold your puppy. Delivery to Florida is available at a flat regional rate, with an additional $200 per extra puppy on the same trip. For a full cost breakdown, visit our mini golden retriever price page.

Every puppy comes microchipped and genetically tested. A health guarantee of up to 12 years is available, subject to the owner meeting specific care requirements outlined at that link — it is not automatic.

There is no South Carolina sales tax for Florida buyers; the 6% SC tax applies only to in-person pickups at the Greenville, SC location.

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