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Dances with Goldens
Meet the breeder
I'm Ashley B., the breeder behind Dances with Goldens located in Clinton, UT. Dances with Goldens - AKC Golden Retrievers are dedicated to producing adorable, affectionate puppies that embody health, temperament, & beauty; all while making wonderful companions for individuals & families. We commit to quality meaning each puppy comes from genetic and OFA cleared parents, ensuring a strong foundation for a long & vibrant life. We prioritize giving each dog & puppy the best care possible. Our holistic approach includes ENS techniques to promote optimal development & resilience. We focus on the longevity of the breed creating puppies that excel & thrive as great family companions or talented working & hunting dogs.
Q. & A. with Ashley
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include 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.
Boy - gray
Went homeMale
Girl - Yellow
Went homeFemale
Girl - Pink
Went homeFemale
Boy - Green
Went homeMale
Boy 1 - Black
Went homeMale
Girl - Lt Blue
Went homeFemale
Girl 3 - Teal
Went homeFemale
Joy
Went homeFemale
Taffy
Went homeFemale
Candy Corn
Went homeFemale
Skittles
Went homeFemale
Lavender (tootsie)
Went homeFemale
Hershey
Went homeMale
Rolo
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Ashley
Ashley 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 between $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“AKC, OFA, Genetically Heath tested. Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS). AKC Limited registration documents, dew claw removal, de-wormed, vet checks, and vaccines & Microchipped. Breeding rights are additional. $2000 each puppy regardless of gender and color traits. $500 deposit included in final payment. Breeding rights additional; contact me!”
Contract & health guarantee
Ashley 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 Ashley 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 Ashley 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Toys
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ashley.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Clinton, UT
15 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Ogden-Hinckley Airport
13 miles away
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More about Ashley
Ashley has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Ashley was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Ashley is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dances with 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
Rylee, mom
Golden Retriever
About Rylee
Rylee is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ashley decided to make her part of their program. Ashley has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Dances with 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 (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.
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Golden Retriever Type, DNA Disease Panel, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1
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).
