Tri-Star Pointers
- Whitwell, TN
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Ben H., the breeder behind Tri-Star Pointers located in Whitwell, TN. We specialize in raising top-notch GSP that are well mannered, respectful, playful & stunning. We follow BAB, ENS, & ESI to provide our families with a Badass Breeder raised, healthy puppy. The amount of heart we put into raising our puppies is indescribable.
Q. & A. with Ben
Why did you start breeding?
I got into raising GSP after I watched my wife raise amazing Dalmatian puppies for years. She rocks at it and has raised several service dog Dalmatians in her program. I wanted to join her as I developed a passion helping her in her program, but I wanted get into raising a breed I have loved and have a different focus of dock diving/agility/hunting with my dogs.What makes your program special?
In our program we are selective of breeding pairs to create top quality puppies. We focus on genetics, personality, and intelligence. We truly go above your average breeder to empower your puppy during their first 7 weeks of life here with us with our puppy curriculum to get them used to different sounds/textures!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Ben
Ben 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 $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the genetic guarantee, AKC registration, lifetime registered microchip, vaccines, dewormer, early potty/crate training, puppy curriculum, training guide, and so much more! We require a $500 non-refundable deposit to be added to our master waitlist or to claim an available puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ben 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 Ben 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 Ben 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ben.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Whitwell, TN
4572 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Lovell Field
4567 miles away
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More about Ben
Certifications & recognitions
Badass Breeder , Licensed Veterinary Technician.
Ben has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Ben was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Ben is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Tri-Star Pointers 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
Rosie, mom
Goldendoodle
About Rosie
Rosie is our F1bb Petite, intense tuxedo red Goldendoodle. She is 85% poodle & 15% golden retriever making her coat low-shedding like a poodle and her personality playful like a retriever! She is approximately 12 pounds of love, energy and intelligence! She is all for car rides and learning tricks!
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Tri-Star Pointers 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 Goldendoodles.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Full Embark Panel, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), 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).
