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3am Riot Ranch
- Clarkston, UT
- Responds within an hour
Meet the breeder
I'm Maria M., the breeder behind 3am Riot Ranch located in Clarkston, UT. Our dogs are bred to have top qualities that all families want in their puppies, such as compassion, patience, and love! We are a small, in-home breeding program where we prioritize giving each dog and puppy the best care that we can. We cherish all of our animals and enjoy sharing the love of this breed with other individuals and families!
Q. & A. with Maria
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle and black tri-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Willie
Went homeMale
McGraw
Went homeMale
Tim
Went homeMale
Urban
Went homeMale
Keith
Went homeMale
Nelson
Went homeMale
Cash
Went homeMale
Johnny
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Maria
Maria has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $800 - $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes puppies up to date on vaccinations and deworming. Each puppy will go home with a health certificate from the vet, a toy, and a blanket that smells like mom. We do ask for deposit if you would like to hold a puppy or if we deliver a puppy. We are willing to meet halfway within a certain distance to deliver. Anything farther, travel costs will need to be paid in advance.”
Contract & health guarantee
Maria may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Maria offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Maria directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Maria.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Clarkston, UT
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Salt Lake City Airport
Meet in Cache, UT
More about Maria
Maria has been a member of Good Dog for 7 months
Maria was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Maria is a trusted Good Dog breeder
3am Riot Ranch meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Litter and program updates
Maria M.
Litter update on 24 July •Everyone was really messing with McGraw today and he was not having it
Strait and Sophie's litter
Maria M.
Litter update on 29 June •Obsessed with belly scratches
Strait and Sophie's litter
Maria M.
Litter update on 23 June •Here are these sweet puppies sitting so good and waiting for head scratches. Urban thinks he should get all the attention first 😅
Strait and Sophie's litter
Maria M.
Litter update on 13 June •Puppy playtime, who can get the ball 🤗
Strait and Sophie's litter
Maria M.
Litter update on 13 June •Sometimes, it's just too exciting when your photo is being taken 😂
Strait and Sophie's litter
Maria M.
Litter update on 04 June •Sweet cuddly Tim
Strait and Sophie's litter
Maria M.
Litter update on 04 June •We love the new fencing that came in today! Now, we can have puppies outside almost all day without worrying that someone will wander off.
Strait and Sophie's litter
Maria M.
Litter update on 04 June •…Tim was so photogenic during our photoshoot. Only had to snap a few to get some good shots. This guy's has a very fluffy coat. I can imagine it is going to be so long and pretty when he is grown.
Strait and Sophie's litter
Maria M.
Litter update on 03 June •McGraw has the cutest crooked white markings on his face. Adds so much to his character. He is such a snuggle boy and wants all the love! ❤️
Strait and Sophie's litter
Maria M.
Program update on 31 May •Willie wasn't a big fan of bath time. At least he is now fresh and clean!
Parent dogs
Sophie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Sophie
Sophie is a blue merle standard Australian Shepherd. We have had Sophie for almost 4 years and she has been the best dog. Sophie is very loyal to her family, very patient with small kids and always stays close wherever we go. She loves going on trail rides and to the arena with us.
Good health testing
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
3am Riot Ranch reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Australian Shepherds.
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Hereditary Ataxia, Cerebellar Ataxia, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Craniomandibular Osteopathy (CMO), Cone Degeneration, Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), DNA Profile
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Maria to bring home their puppies.
Daria L.
Verified owner · July 2025
Maria was very responsive. We came from Simi valley for Tim, He met us in Salt lake city in the early morning. I didn't have a leash and she gifted us her.
Jaime C.
Verified owner · June 2025
Maria was great to work with. She was very responsive to any questions I had. She worked with my schedule to arrange a time to pick him up. When I picked the puppy up she had a folder with his information in it and his baby pictures! I would highly recommend getting a puppy from her. My puppy is a cuddle bug, super sweet. You can tell he came from a loving home.
