I'm Michelle M., the breeder behind Backyard Doodles located in Delta, CO. We focus on Puppy Culture with each litter, to help the puppy make a smooth transition from mom to the new home. The moms and dad live on our property and we interact with them daily. We are a new and upcoming mini Aussiedoodle breeder. We love our dogs so much and know you will too.
Q. & A. with Michelle
Why did you start breeding?
We wanted to bring high-quality puppies to other families, so they can experience the joy that a furry animal can bring to a family.
What makes your program special?
We do Puppy Culture with each litter to prepare the puppies for life away from their mom.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Goldendoodle puppies are miniature size. Aussiedoodle puppies are mini size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Goldendoodle puppies include cream, black, phantom, merle, and parti. Aussiedoodle puppies include black phantom and black tri-color. 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.
Toby
Went home
Male
Cody
Went home
Male
Abby
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Rachel
Went home
Female
Chandler
Went home
Male
Joey
Went home
Male
Monica
Went home
Female
Janice/Daisy
Went home
Female
Phoebe/Harvey
Went home
Female
Bobby
Went home
Male
Ben
Went home
Male
Bailee
Went home
Female
TBD
Went home
Getting a puppy from Michelle
Michelle 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $1,250 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Prices vary based on coat and eye colors. Deposit is to hold your place on the waiting list. Once you have picked your puppy there is an additional $250.00 deposit required. All deposits go towards the cost of the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle directly.
Backyard 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
Parent dogs
All breeds
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherd
Goldendoodle
Poodle
Bella, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Bella
Bella is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michelle decided to make her part of their program. Michelle 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.
Phoebe, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Phoebe
Phoebe is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michelle decided to make her part of their program. Michelle 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.
Clover, mom
Goldendoodle
About Clover
Clover is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michelle decided to make her part of their program. Michelle 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.
Jo, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Jo
Jo is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michelle decided to make her part of their program. Michelle 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.
Max, dad
Poodle
About Max
Max is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michelle decided to make him part of their program. Michelle 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
Aussiedoodle
Goldendoodle
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Backyard 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 Aussiedoodles.
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.
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
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 Michelle to bring home their puppies.
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Melissa M.
Verified owner · Mar. 2023
Backyard was awesome as always! This is our second puppy with Backyard and very happy to do business with them again. I would highly recommended work with Backyard Doodles