I'm Alicia L., the breeder behind Happy Valley Farms located in Elkton, KY. We are lifelong dog enthusiasts, and we’re excited to share our passion and purpose with others through our breeding program. We do our best to breed with total care by primarily focusing on raising healthy, affectionate, and loyal companions. As a result of our efforts, we’re positive our puppies will become perfect family members and add just as much joy to your life as they have ours!
Q. & A. with Alicia
Why did you start breeding?
My daughter Caitlin (brown dress in pic) actually started the business when seeking direction for a career after highschool. She couldn't decide what direction to go and I encouraged her to choose something she was passionate about. Being a lover of large dogs since she was small, thus our breeding program was born.
What makes your program special?
Caitlin married and moved to AZ this year so I have taken over the program. I've considerably downsized but will still continue to bring you the great quality of dogs and customer service you've always appreciated through Caitlin!
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Australian Shepherd puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, and red. 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.
Raine
Went home
Female
Cully
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Sage
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Alicia
Alicia 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 $1,300 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“$1500 is the pet only price (limited registration), $2000 is the price with breeding rights (full registration to approved breeders only).”
Contract & health guarantee
Alicia 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 Alicia 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 Alicia directly.
Happy Valley Farms 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
Channing, mom
Golden Retriever
About Channing
Channing is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Alicia decided to make her part of their program. Alicia 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.
Chase, dad
Golden Retriever
About Chase
Chase is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Alicia decided to make him part of their program. Alicia 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
Australian Shepherd
Golden Retriever
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Happy Valley Farms 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.
Full Embark Panel
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 Alicia to bring home their puppies.
Alex B.
Verified owner · Apr. 2023
My experience with Happy Valley Farm was excellent, they are incredible and amazing family, they make me feel very happy when I was there. I recommend 100% this family if you are interested to get a beautiful god.