Ben's Best Buddy Goldendoodles
- Hendersonville, TN
Meet the breeder
I'm Lara R., the breeder behind Ben's Best Buddy Goldendoodles located in Hendersonville, TN. We are in love with these intelligent, friendly, beautiful dogs! Our pups are our babies, raised in our homes. At Ben's Best Buddy Goldendoodles, we breed multigenerational standard and miniature doodles. Genetic testing is completed so our puppies can live long, healthy lives with their families.
Q. & A. with Lara
Why did you start breeding?
When I was a child, our family bred Cocker Spaniels. When my own children were young, we rescued older dogs who were already spayed or neutered. I knew once my children were grown and I had more time, I wanted to breed dogs. Once I fell in love with Goldendoodles, and then Poodles, I knew they were the dogs I wanted to share with other families.What makes your program special?
We love our puppies from the time we plan a breeding. Our dogs live in our home and are a part of our everyday lives, so the puppies are also. With the help of my husband and son, each dog gets individual attention daily.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Goldendoodle puppies include petite, miniature, and standard sizes. Poodle puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Goldendoodle puppies include cream, apricot, red, chocolate, black, and phantom. 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.
Finley
Went homeMale
Fletcher
Went homeMale
Flash
Went homeMale
Farrah
Went homeFemale
Faith
Went homeFemale
Frisco
Went homeMale
Fancy
Went homeFemale
Fiona
Went homeFemale
Flannigan
Went homeMale
Fable
Went homeFemale
Frankie
Went homeFemale
Gabbi
Went homeFemale
Grady
Went homeMale
Gator
Went homeMale
Gadget
Went homeMale
Guiness
Went homeMale
Ginger
Went homeFemale
Griffin
Went homeMale
Goose
Went homeMale
Gray
Went homeMale
Garnet
Went homeFemale
Hannah
Went homeFemale
Hattie
Went homeFemale
Boy Henry
Went homeMale
Hope
Went homeFemale
Harmony
Went homeFemale
Honey
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl - Isabelle
Went homeFemale
Boy - Isaac
Went homeMale
Girl - Ivy
Went homeFemale
Boy - Indigo
Went homeMale
Boy - Ike
Went homeMale
Boy - Ireland
Went homeMale
Boy - Iggy
Went homeMale
JJ
Went homeMale
Jaycee
Went homeFemale
Jack
Went homeMale
Janelle
Went homeFemale
Jessi
Went homeFemale
Jenny
Went homeFemale
Jasper
Went homeMale
Jolene
Went homeFemale
Jazz
Went homeFemale
Jagger
Went homeMale
Juliet
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Lara
Lara 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 $200 refundable deposit and between $1,400 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Puppies are priced based on breed, generation, and size. A deposit is required for placement on our wait list. Puppies are priced based on breed, generation, and size. Our deposits are required for placement on our wait list, but they are completely REFUNDABLE until you are matched with a puppy!”
Contract & health guarantee
Lara 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 Lara 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 Lara 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
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
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Hendersonville, TN
533 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Lake Charles, LA
1080 miles away
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More about Lara
Lara has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Lara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Lara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ben's Best Buddy Goldendoodles 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
Goldendoodle
Poodle
Summit, mom
Goldendoodle
About Summit
Multigen goldendoodle. Parents are Millie (f1b standard goldendoodle) and Romeo (f1b miniature goldendoodle)
Luna D (Betsy), mom
Goldendoodle
About Luna D (Betsy)
Luna D (Betsy) is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lara decided to make her part of their program. Lara 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.
Dixie, mom
Poodle
About Dixie
Dixie is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lara decided to make her part of their program. Lara 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.
Sugar, mom
Goldendoodle
About Sugar
Sugar is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lara decided to make her part of their program. Lara 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.
Honey, mom
Goldendoodle
About Honey
Honey is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lara decided to make her part of their program. Lara 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.
Millie, mom
Goldendoodle
About Millie
Millie is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lara decided to make her part of their program. Lara 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
Goldendoodle
Standard Poodle
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Ben's Best Buddy Goldendoodles 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.
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 Lara to bring home their puppies.
Melissa L.
Verified owner · Aug. 2024
Everything worked out perfectly! We were in town and my daughter found Lara. We quickly were able to make arrangements to meet. She was great!! Super flexible as we finished out our vacation. We were able to pick up Axel (who now answers to Rockie) He has been such a joy in our home!! He is enjoying West Coast life! So smart, so loving, just what our family needed after losing our 15 year old dog Duke.
Shawn O.
Verified owner · Oct. 2023
+4Lara was wonderful throughout the adoption process! She was very quick with her responses and sent us pics & videos of our little Rosie every few days! I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to adopt a goldendoodle!
Alexis M.
Verified owner · Jan. 2024
Ben’s Best Buddy stayed in contact with me throughout the entire process. The breeders were patient with me while deciding on which puppy to get and were quick to respond to any questions I had. I loved that they sent pictures of the puppies up until they went home.
