Desert Sage Doodles

Cathi S.

Breeder of Goldendoodles

Meet the breeder

I'm Cathi S., the breeder behind Desert Sage Doodles located in Santa Clara, UT. Our dogs are our beloved companions. We care deeply about this breed and are proud to be responsible breeders. We follow several protocols to ensure the health of our dogs. It’s our top priority to make sure each of our puppy families welcomes a happy and healthy new family member into their homes!

Q. & A. with Cathi

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our puppies are petite size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include cream, red, 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 Cathi

Cathi 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 non-refundable deposit and $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes the first and second round of Vaccinations, microchip. Health Check with the Vet and current de-worming schedule. We require a 500.00 deposit. Our deposit is nonrefundable.”

Contract & health guarantee

Cathi 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 Cathi 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 Cathi 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
    • 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 Cathi.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Santa Clara, UT

5462 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Cedar City Airport

5413 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Cathi can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Cathi

  • Cathi has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years

    Cathi was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Cathi’s links

Cathi is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Desert Sage 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Desert Sage 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.

  • 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).

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.