Aurora's Northern Goldens
Meet the breeder
I'm Lisa J., the breeder behind Aurora's Northern Goldens located in Marquette County, MI. I’m passionate about Golden Retrievers & am excited to responsibly breed them! I offer top-quality, loving pups. My dogs love to work & train for their people. I prepare all of my pups to excel in life. Early Neuro Stim & daily interactions for well-rounded pups. AKC Reunite Microchip lifetime prepaid.
Q. & A. with Lisa
Why did you start breeding?
It's a personal passion of mine to help spread love and joy through breeding Goldens. I am devoted to ensuring there are happy and healthy pups for others to enjoy, and I do so by responsibly growing this incredible breed.What makes your program special?
My commitment is to provide you with a professional and friendly puppy-buying experience, and that includes always having responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming my puppies. It would be my pleasure to introduce your family to your next Golden!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include dark golden, golden, and light golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Mr Green
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Lisa
Lisa 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $1,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“AKC, dewormed, vaccines, AKC Reunite Microchip (lifetime prepaid). Early Neuro Stim, daily interactions to promote well-adapted confident pups. Potty, Crate, few basic commands training started. Puppy gift. Non-refundable reservation fee required to hold place for puppy reservation.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lisa 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 Lisa 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 Lisa 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lisa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Marquette County, MI
4100 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sawyer Airport
4107 miles away
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Meet in Traverse City, MI
4117 miles away
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More about Lisa
Club memberships
Lisa is a member of Marquette Kennel Club and Golden Retriever Club of America.
Lisa has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Lisa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Lisa’s links
Lisa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Aurora's Northern Goldens 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
Parent dogs
Lucy, mom
Golden Retriever
About Lucy
Lucy is highly intelligent, full of energy, a lean sleek build, and super social. Lucy is a snuggler and believes she is a lap dog so fortunately she is a smaller golden. :) She is an great companion family dog, great with children and other dogs. Loves to visit with new friends at every chance, well because isn't everyone a friend. Parentage/Lineage with strong hunt test, obedience, & therapy working dogs. Lucy has OFA hips good, OFA elbows normal, OFA Advanced Cardiac-echocardiogram normal, OFA eyes normal, and genetic testing! Lucy is Embark DNA Clear for prcd, pra1, pra2, ncl, CMS, DEB, EIC, DM, MD, NCL5, osteogenesis imperfecta, and dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa. **Bonus** Lucy has the gene for 'likely to be light shedding'!
Excellent health testing
Full Embark Panel, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, +10 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Aurora's Northern Goldens 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 Golden Retrievers.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation , Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Golden Retriever Type
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).
