Osborne Family Retrievers

Marissa O.

Breeder of Labrador Retrievers

  • Alger, OH
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

George

Ready Sept. 4

7 weeks old · Male

Upcoming litters

Sam
Bee

Expected Labrador Retriever litter

Due Sept. 2026

Ready Nov. 19

Meet the breeder

I'm Marissa O., the breeder behind Osborne Family Retrievers located in Alger, OH. As elite breeders, we do everything we can to breed and rear our puppies to be the best canine companions money can buy--with optimal temperament and health. Whether you need a lazy family pet, active family playmate, energetic sporting dog or canine to train for service or therapy work contact us!

Q. & A. with Marissa

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We acquired our love for dogs 15 years ago when a pitiful, malnourished Golden Retriever Lab mix wandered down our country road. The children's search to find his owners turned up empty, so “Murray” was officially adopted! The joy of having this dog for the next 7 years made us want to provide healthy, family-raised pups just like him for other families like us!
  • What makes your program special?

    Our breeding and training standards are matched by only a few puppy breeders, not only in Ohio, but across the United States, as well. We have these high standards to assure you that we have done everything possible to give your family healthy and happy Labrador Retriever pups which will bring you enjoyment & entertainment for years to come!
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black, chocolate, and yellow. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Marissa

Marissa has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Marissa partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great care in evaluating each puppy's temperament, and observing how they change and develop over time to determine what kind of home will be the best fit for them. Then we simply wait for their perfect family to find them, as we continue working with them daily. Making a great match for both family and puppy is one of the most exciting parts of this entire process!”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and $2,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Total price reflects extensive OFA testing of our Sires & Dams, Vaccinations, Socialization & Puppy Curriculum w/ENS, ESI, ESS, ETI, Microchip & Health Certificate, AKC registration & more. . Our non-refundable deposit of $500 is the same for all of our Labrador retrievers and is applied to the total puppy price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Marissa 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 Marissa 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 Marissa directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Marissa.

Breeder's location

Meet in Alger, OH

Other pick-up locations

Meet at James M. Cox Dayton Airport

More about Marissa

  • Club memberships

    Marissa is a member of AKC Lima Kennel Club.

  • Marissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Marissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Marissa’s links

Marissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Osborne Family Retrievers 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Osborne Family Retrievers 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 Labrador 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.

  • 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.

  • D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD), Labrador Retriever Type, Narcolepsy, Labrador Retriever Type, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Cystinuria Type 1A, Labrador Retriever Type, Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome (CMS), Labrador Retriever Type, Animal Genetics Panel, DNA Disease Panel, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM)

    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 Marissa to bring home their puppies.

  • John C.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    If you’re looking for healthy, well tempered, smart, and goofy labs, the Osborne's are your go to breeder. They were super easy to work with, extremely knowledgeable, and passionate about producing genetically superior labs. Muzzy (our new pup) has only been with us a short while, but has been extremely easy to train, well tempered, and loves everyone he meets.

    Amanda R.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    We had an amazing experience from start to finish. Marissa and Lydia were very responsive and took the time to answer all of my questions. It’s clear they are extremely knowledgeable and truly care about the health, temperament and well being of each puppy. They are also so kind! We are so happy with our new puppy Gracie and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a healthy, well loved puppy from a breeder they can trust!

    Katie W.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    We truly had the most amazing experience with the Osbornes! From the first phone call, to pick up, to even now after having our new baby for 4 months has just been beyond our expectations. Marissa and Lydia truly listened to me and I almost felt like I was talking to family every time I would have a new question. The process to make sure we were matched up with the right pup was also well thought out and we could not be happier with the sweet boy we ended up with. They truly understand your lifestyle and make sure your puppy will be a good fit. Benny has been the sweetest addition and has been a dream to train. It’s hard to imagine life without him. We would highly suggest Osbourne breeders!!

  • Jeremy B.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    We have been extremely happy with our puppy from Osborne Family Retrievers. She has a great temperament. Our veterinary recommended the GoodDog platform and we found our Labrador with the Osbornes in Ohio. Lydia and Marissa’s communications were excellent - we had a long phone conversation with them and together we worked out which puppy was the best temperament for us. It was great to be able to drive to collect her and we got to meet Lydia, Marissa and Paul, really nice people. They have a great, rural, location for raising Labradors and the dogs are socialised and have commenced crate and potty training. We even got to meet our puppy’s parents. The family really cares about finding their dogs a good home! Highly recommended!

    KV

    Kerry V.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Marissa and Lydia were amazing to work with! They provided me with a great deal of information and many resources to help prepare for my puppy. They are both very kind and knowledgeable, and answered all of my questions. Our new puppy (formerly Ronald) is a fantastic addition to our family! He is a beautiful dog with a really nice temperament. I highly recommend Osborne Family Retrievers!

    Megan H.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    We had the best experience with Osborne Family Retrievers. They took so much time to listen to what we wanted in a puppy, give direction, and then find the dog she thought would be the best fit. She posted videos and photos of the dog so my girls could watch him grow and see what he was up to. She was very thorough and he did amazing from the first night we brought him home. He is healthy and growing like crazy and we would absolutely get another dog from them in a heartbeat!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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