My golden had her pups this weekend. I was up with her from 2am-7am Saturday, mainly just watching to make see if she needed any help. She had nine. All are healthy and range from light to meadium. A couple might even be dark. I have not ever seen dark red goldens as newborns so I do not know. We woke up our two kids just in time for the last pup to make its appearance. The kids really enjoyed it and it was a great learning experience. All nine are doing great and so is mom.