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Open Star Goldens
- Lehi, UT
- Responds within an hour
Upcoming litters
Expected Golden Retriever litter
Due Nov. 2025
Ready Jan. 18, 2026
Expected Golden Retriever litter
Due Dec. 2025
Ready Jan. 27, 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Alyssa M., the breeder behind Open Star Goldens located in Lehi, UT. Our goals are to breed dogs that are capable of working in homes where they are needed most without adding stress to a family. Temperament is central to our program while only breeding the healthiest dogs. Our dogs are capable of handling difficult tasks or being trained as service and therapy dogs.
Q. & A. with Alyssa
Why did you start breeding?
Breeding dogs has been in both of our families for generations. We have been blessed to learn from our parents and grandparents and have just a love for animals. We started our own program to create what we call “working families dogs” who are capable of working for children with unique needs inside the home or as service and therapy dogs. It is a passion project for us!What makes your program special?
Our program is centered in producing dogs that thrive in homes with small children. We have produced several service and therapy dogs and our program gives puppies the foundation for service work in the future.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Squirt
Went homeMale
Dew
Went homeMale
Crush
Went homeMale
Fanta
Went homeFemale
Fresca
Went homeFemale
Pepsi
Went homeMale
Fir
Went homeMale
Spruce
Went homeMale
Holly
Went homeFemale
Thuja
Went homeFemale
Juniper
Went homeFemale
Cedar
Went homeMale
Cypress
Went homeMale
Gardenia
Went homeFemale
Larch
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Alyssa
Alyssa 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 $400 non-refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $3,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes 2 year health guarantee, AKC limited registration (where applicable), puppy go home packet, vet clearance, up to date on dewormer and vaccines, lifetime breeder support. Deposits are taken after pregnancy is confirmed. Picks are in order of deposits received. Puppy picks take place at 7 weeks.”
Contract & health guarantee
Alyssa 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 Alyssa 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 Alyssa 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
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Alyssa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lehi, UT
5222 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Salt Lake City Airport
5203 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Alyssa can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Alyssa
Certifications & recognitions
Associate Dog Trainer, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Alyssa has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Alyssa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Alyssa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Open Star 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
Litter and program updates
Alyssa M.
Litter update on 16 Feb. •The sweetest babies! ❤️
Blitz and Rachel's litter
Parent dogs
Clover, mom
Golden Retriever
About Clover
Clover is the best of Goldens. She is a hard worker and has a nice solid medium to medium-high drive and is willing to work for you in any situation but she settles in the house and has the typical golden loving nature. She has done therapy work with autistic children, worked at busy events and loves it. She also participates in agility, dock diving, fast cat and does well at anything you ask her to do.
Rachel, mom
Golden Retriever
About Rachel
Rachel is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Alyssa decided to make her part of their program. Alyssa 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.
Good health testing
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.Oakley, mom
Golden Retriever
About Oakley
Oakley is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Alyssa decided to make her part of their program. Alyssa 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
Good level
Open Star 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 (Preliminary)
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 (Preliminary)
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.
DNA Disease Panel, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 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).
