I'm Melanie R., the breeder behind BB Doodles located in Palos Park, IL. I take a lot of pride and put in a lot of work when breeding my dogs. Our dogs are bred for size, temperament, and structure.
Q. & A. with Melanie
Why did you start breeding?
I wanted to share just how special this breed is with the world.
What makes your program special?
I follow the Puppy Culture program as well as Badass Breeder.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include miniature, medium, and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include cream, apricot, and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Melanie
Melanie 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.
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 $350 refundable deposit and between $2,650 - $3,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes health guarantee and all puppies are health cleared and receive puppy vaccinations before go home day. Deposit required to hold a puppy or to be given a number for picking order.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melanie 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 Melanie 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 Melanie 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
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 Melanie.
Breeder's location
Meet in Palos Park, IL
4344 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport
4332 miles away
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More about Melanie
Club memberships
Melanie is a member of Goldendoodle and Labradoodle Owner's Website.
Certifications & recognitions
badass breeder, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Melanie has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Melanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
BB 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
Poppy, mom
Goldendoodle
About Poppy
Everyone wants a Poppy! She is affectionate and intelligent and produces some amazing puppies.
Chase, dad
Goldendoodle
About Chase
Chase is a male Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melanie decided to make him part of their program. Melanie 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
BB 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 Goldendoodles.
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.
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).