Bits & Bytes Farm
Meet the breeder
I'm Melanie S., the breeder behind Bits & Bytes Farm located in Toano, VA. All of our pups are bred, raised, and loved indoors to produce happy, healthy pets for those seeking the best family companion! We are a small, in-home breeding program where we prioritize giving each dog and puppy the best care that we can. We cherish all of our animals and enjoy sharing the love of Miniature Schnauzers and Poodles with other individuals and families!
Q. & A. with Melanie
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Poodle puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Poodle puppies are parti. Miniature Schnauzer puppies include salt and pepper, black and silver, and black. 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.
Sully
Went homeMale
Kao
Went homeMale
Spike
Went homeMale
Oreo
Went homeMale
Cora
Went homeFemale
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 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
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.
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 Toano, VA
More about Melanie
Melanie has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Melanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Melanie’s links
Melanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bits & Bytes Farm 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 Schnauzer
Poodle
Kao, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Kao
Kao is a male Miniature Schnauzer. 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.
Levi, dad
Poodle
About Levi
Levi is a male Poodle. 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.
Chi, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Chi
Chi is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melanie decided to make her 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.
Haku, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Haku
Haku is a male Miniature Schnauzer. 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
Miniature Schnauzer
Standard Poodle
Bits & Bytes Farm 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 Miniature Schnauzers.
DNA Disease 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).
