Best Friend Doodles
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristi R., the breeder behind Best Friend Doodles located in Belgrade, MT. Best Friend Doodles is a small, family-run program dedicated to raising healthy, well-socialized Goldendoodles. Our puppies are loved and nurtured in our home, combining excellent genetics, sound temperament, and the affectionate nature that makes them the perfect family companion.
Q. & A. with Kristi
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include miniature 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, red, chocolate, and parti. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kristi
Kristi 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 refundable deposit and between $2,500 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes their first round of vaccines, deworming, vet check, and early socialization. Each puppy is raised with love and care to ensure they’re healthy, happy, and ready for their forever home.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristi 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 Kristi 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 Kristi 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
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristi.
Puppy pick-up locations
Meet in Belgrade, MT
Meet at BZN airport
Meet in Kalispell, MT
Meet in Missoula, MT
Meet in Bozeman, MT
Meet in Pocatello, ID
Meet in Billings, MT
Flexible meeting point
Kristi can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Kristi
Kristi has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Kristi was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Kristi’s links
Kristi is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Best Friend 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Best Friend 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
