Ocotilla Goldens & Chessies

Breeding exceptional retrievers in the shadow of Pikes Peak, Colorado.

About the Breed

The Golden Retriever is one of the most beloved dog breeds, known for their friendly demeanor, intelligence, and beautiful golden coat. Originally bred as gundogs to retrieve shot waterfowl, they have a natural love for water and a gentle mouth.

Goldens are highly versatile and excel in various activities, from obedience and agility to therapy work and family companionship. As Karen says, our dogs "work hard, play hard, love hard, and are part of the family," making them excellent pets for active homes.

Spring/Summer 2026 Litters

We are currently planning our Spring and Summer litters for 2026! If you are interested in welcoming an Ocotilla Golden into your Colorado family, please visit our Contact page to start the inquiry process early.

A group of Golden Retriever puppies

Meet Our Goldens

"Bear"

U-GCH, U-CDX, U-AGI Apache Oodo Shash Of Ocotilla UD RAE OAP NJP JH WC CCA VC CGC TT TDI,inc.

6/15/1998 – 12/10/2010

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"Aspen"

Bonacres Alpine Aspen Gold of Ocotilla CGCA, CGCU, TKDA

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"Rum"

BR N Ocotilla's Dark N Stormy

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"Gidii"

U-GRCH, U-CD, URO2 Farm Fresh Gidiiup of Ocotilla CDX, GN, RAE, CCA, CGC, TDI, Inc., NW2

8/5/2002 – 7/2017

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"Abby"

Ocotilla Abigail I Choose Joy

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Ocotilla Angelina Of Aspensong

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Ocotilla Avalanche

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"Bailey"

Ocotilla's Bailey's Irish Cream

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"Beckett"

Ocotilla's Beckett, The Noble One

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"Bentley"

Ocotilla Bentley

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"Tallie"

Ocotilla's Bogatali Tallyhoo

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"Bogey"

Ocotilla Bogey

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Ocotilla Boomer's Boy Carter D.

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"Sully"

Ocotilla BR Chip Off The Ole Block

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"Bree"

Ocotilla's Bree

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"Rain"

Ocotilla BR Rain Drops R Fall'N CGC,TKN, RN

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"Bruzer"

Ocotilla Bruzer

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"Connor"

Ocotilla Cactus Jack O'Connor

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"Cali"

Ocotilla Cali Girl

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Ocotilla Callie Harley Fischer

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"Camie"

U-CH Ocotilla's Cameo 'O Roofus RN CGC TDI

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Ocotilla's Can'T Stop Rockin ACT2 ACT2J SCN SIN TKA CGCU CGCA

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"Casey"

Ocotilla Casey Run Free

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Ocotilla Chloe

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"Clare"

Ocotilla's Clare of ICAN

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"Zac"

Ocotilla's Cruisin' With A Zig N A Zag CGCA, CGCU, TKI, FITG, THDN, FTR, FCAT, SIN, JH, CCA, WC

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Ocotilla's Crusin With a Zig

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Ocotilla's Crusin' With A Zig N A Zag

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Ocotilla Daisy Louise

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"Dallas"

Ocotilla's Dallas Rose

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"Sparkle"

Ocotilla's Diamond in the Rough

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"Dickens"

Ocotilla's Dickens

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Ocotilla D&R¿s Amber of the Prairie CD PCD BN RE

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"Spirit"

Ocotilla's Dream Catcher Spirit

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"Lily"

Ocotilla Easter Lily

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Ocotilla EverlastingFaith

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"Lincoln"

Ocotilla's Gettysburg Address

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"Ezra"

Ocotilla Golden Autumn CD, RN

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"Penney"

Ocotilla's Golden Penelope

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"Gracie"

Ocotilla's Grace Rose

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"Lily"

Ocotilla's Grand Illusion CGCA

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"Bindi"

Ocotilla's Heart of Gold Bindi ACT1 TKN CGC

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"Inis"

Ocotilla's He's My Dancin Fool CGC, CCA, UD, SCN, SIN, SEN

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"Isaac"

Ocotilla's I's A Cruisin' And A Movin' CDX RAE SH NA THDN RATO WCX CCA VC TDI

4/28/2005 – 10/17/2019

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"Avalanche"

Ocotilla ICAN's Avalanche

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Ocotilla Jack Claus

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Ocotilla Jake

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"Jamie"

Ocotilla's Jamie of ICAN

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"Buddy"

Ocotilla Josh's Buddy

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"Jude"

Ocotilla Jude

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"Skittles"

Ocotilla's Kachina Oodo Shash CGC,TKN,CTL2-H,CTL2-R,CTR2-F

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"Alpine"

Ocotilla Kasana Alpine of ICAN

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"Kenzie"

Ocotilla's Kenzie Of Cherry Creek

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"Finn"

Ocotilla Kick Start My Heart NAP NJP

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"Flute"

Ocotilla's Kokopelli Flutist CGCA CGCU

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"KoKi"

Ocotilla's Kokopelli S'more CGCA, CGCU,TKDA

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"Gracie"

Ocotilla's Let Me Introduce You To Amazing Grace

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"Bear"

Ocotilla's Lil Kodiak Bear RN, BN, CGC, TDI,inc

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"Lacey"

Ocotilla's Livin La Vida Lacey

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"Louie"

Ocotilla's Louie

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"Mac"

Ocotilla's Mackay

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"Pele"

Ocotilla's Madam Pele

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"Misty"

Ocotilla's Magical Mysticism

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"Maggi"

Ocotilla's Magnolia

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"Bree"

Ocotilla Majestic Briargate of Covey Dew

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"Midas"

Ocotilla's Midas Touch

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Ocotilla Milo

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"Milo"

Ocotilla's Milo's Big Adventure

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"Maeve"

Ocotilla's Mischievous Maeve

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"Nagi"

Ocotilla's Nagi Tanka

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"Nayak"

Ocotilla Nayak

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"Chena"

Ocotilla N BR Storm's Promise

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"Havoc"

Ocotilla N Rug-ged's Another Blast From The Past

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"Keg'r"

Ocotilla N Rug-ged's I'll Have Another

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"Valor"

Ocotilla's Oakdene Valor BN, RN, CGC

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Ocotilla's Oodo Shash Nailin

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"Trixie"

Ocotilla's Promise Of Oodo Shash

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"Reese"

Ocotilla's Reese's Pieces

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"Rey"

Ocotilla Rey Bress

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"River"

Ocotilla River on Hidden Meadows

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U-CH. Ocotilla's Rootin Tootin Ruby Tuesday

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Ocotilla Samantha Johnson

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Ocotilla Samsonofsummertbear

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Ocotillasandylatte

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"Skeezie"

U-CH, URO1 Ocotilla's Skittle Me Skeezle BN, CD, RE, CCA, CGCA, CGCU, TKA, THN, TDI ,inc. NW2, L1C

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"Beans"

Ocotilla's S'More Boom Chocollata

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"Sophie"

Ocotilla's Sophie Anne Pennington BN CGC

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"Heidi"

Ocotilla's Star Of Oodo Shash CD, CGC, TDI, inc

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"Maple"

Ocotilla's Sweet Maple of Hollien

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"Sashii"

Ocotilla's Sweet Oodo Sashii CGC

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"Taagi"

U-CH Ocotilla's Taagi Oodo Shash RE, CGC

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Ocotilla Titus The Red

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Ocotilla Toby Of Wildcat Mtn

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"Torri"

Ocotilla Torri-adore CGCA, CGCU, TKDA

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"Roofus"

U-CDX Ocotilla's Turbo Roofus CDX, JH, RAE, WC, CGC, TDI,Inc

4/28/1994 – 5/19/2008

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Ocotilla Walter Charlie

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"Whiskey"

Ocotilla Whiskey

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"Naami"

Ocotilla's Who's My Daddy

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Ocotilla's Whose My Daddy

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"Sailor"

Ocotilla's Wind In Her Sails CGCA CGCU

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"Yogi"

Ocotilla's Yogheel Shash JH

4/20/2001 – 8/8/2005

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"Daisy"

River Fresh As A Daisy Of Ocotilla

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"Brule"

U-CH, U-CD,URO3 Star Crowned Brule Of Ocotilla CDX, RAE, CCA, CGC, TDI,inc., TT

1/3/2006 – 9/1/2017

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"Cody"

Yaqui Hearts Delight of Ocotilla TKN, CGCA

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Our Commitment to Excellence

At Ocotilla, our breeding program is guided by the extensive expertise and unwavering dedication of our founder, Karen Lamb. As an AKC Breeder of Merit, an approved AKC Judge, and a seasoned dog trainer and evaluator, Karen brings a holistic approach to every aspect of our work. In her own words: "I am a preservationist breeder striving to maintain and improve upon the unique qualities that the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Golden Retriever have to offer."

Health First Philosophy

Our paramount priority is "health first, followed closely by temperament and conformation standard." All breeding dogs undergo comprehensive health clearances including OFA Hip and Elbow, Eye Certification, Cardiac Evaluation, and PawPrint Genetic Panels.

Temperament & Socialization

We are committed to producing athletic, well-structured canines that excel in performance and are exceptional family companions. We utilize "Puppy Culture" for extensive socialization to ensure our pups work hard, play hard, and love hard.

Recognized Expertise

Ocotilla is an AKC Breeder of Merit and highly rated by Good Dog for responsible practices. We are renowned nationally for our excellence in breeding healthy and temperamentally sound companions.

Interested in a Golden Retriever?

If you're looking for a loyal, intelligent, and friendly companion, a Golden might be perfect for you.