Step By Step Animal Adventures

Step By Step Animal Adventures breeds golden retriever and Labrador retriever in Orange, MA, in Franklin County near Springfield. Its founder, Jason Whitmore, has spent the past eight years focusing on responsible breeding and follows breed club guidelines to ensure puppies are health screened for hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia and heart clearances.

Puppies are raised in a home environment where daily socialization with family members and gentle exposure to other pets helps them grow into well-adjusted companions. Litters live indoors with access to secure outdoor space, and attention to nutrition and early developmental enrichment is part of their regular routine.

It works with national breed clubs for ongoing education and to stay current with best practices. The breeder’s background in animal behavior informs a low-stress handling approach and gradual training introductions before pups go to new homes. This steady focus on structure and care has earned warm feedback from families who appreciate thoughtful updates and smooth transitions.