Apricot Roots Doodles

Eileen M.

Breeder of Bernedoodles and Cavapoos

  • Kankakee, IL
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Meet the breeder

I'm Eileen M., the breeder behind Apricot Roots Doodles located in Kankakee, IL. We pour our hearts and souls into raising every pup, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary love, socialization, and care to become cherished members of your family. ♥.

Q. & A. with Eileen

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We were drawn to Doodles because of their unique combination of intelligence, affection, and beauty. With our commitment to producing healthy and well-socialized puppies, we are dedicated to the breeding of these wonderful dogs and to helping others find the perfect addition to their families. Making a difference one puppy at a time.

  • What makes your program special?

    At Apricot Roots Doodles, we are dedicated to the lifelong health and happiness of our puppies. Our comprehensive Ten-Year Health Guarantee is a testament to our commitment and sets us apart from other breeders. This guarantee reflects our confidence in the quality of our breeding program and our unwavering support for our puppies, ensuring peace of mind and exceptional care for years to come.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Bernedoodle puppies include mini, medium, and standard sizes. Cavapoo puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Bernedoodle puppies include sable and tri-color. Cavapoo puppies include red, chocolate, tri-color, blenheim, black and tan, and apricot. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Eileen

Eileen 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, Eileen partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $4,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes a ten-year health guarantee, age appropriate vaccinations/worming, heath certificate from out vet, microchip, go-home bag of goodies, and lifetime support. Deposit is applied to the total cost of the puppy. Deposit is non-refundable but is transferable to a future litter not to exceed two transfers.”

Contract & health guarantee

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

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Kankakee, IL

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport

Meet in Indianapolis, IN

More about Eileen

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), Certificate of Litter Management (Month 2), Certificate of Litter Management (Month 1), Certificate of Pregnancy and Whelping, Certificate of Pre-Breeding, Breeding Foundation Certification , Savy Socialization Certification , Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Eileen has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years

    Eileen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Eileen’s links

Eileen is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Apricot Roots Doodles 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

All breeds

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Bernese Mountain Dog

Poodle

Parent health testing

Bernedoodle

Cavapoo

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Apricot Roots Doodles 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 Bernedoodles.

  • 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 Eileen to bring home their puppies.

  • Kristen Y.

    Verified owner · June 2026

      • +4

    Eileen was very helpful and easy to work with. Our puppy came to us very well socialized and seemingly crate trained sleeping mostly through the night. I would recommend her to anyone wanting a Cavapoo.

  • Karen D.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2022

      • +5

    ACD was wonderful!! Eileen really puts in 110% in her puppies. Great and prompt communication. Our boy Henry came to us HAPPY, HEALTHY and well SOCIALIZED. Really, she is wonderful to work with!!!

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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.

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.