I'm McKenna R., the breeder behind Doodle Amore located in San Jose, CA. We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love! The foundation of our breeding program starts with raising healthy and well-loved dogs. We aim to pass the same happiness of owning a quality-bred dog to our buyers.
Q. & A. with McKenna
Why did you start breeding?
After graduating from Cal Poly, I followed my greatest passion yet, sweet family friendly doodles! After welcoming my first puppy, I knew my calling was to create these special companions to extend my immense love out to other deserving families. I took animal science classes, worked long hours training horses, learned proper veterinary protocol & then full heartedly chased what I love the most!
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Bernedoodle puppies include mini and medium sizes. Cavapoo puppies are miniature size. Goldendoodle puppies include petite, miniature, and medium sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Bernedoodle puppies include brown, brown and white, tri-color, phantom, and merle. Cavapoo puppies include blenheim, red, and white. Goldendoodle puppies include red, chocolate, and parti. 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.
Joy
Reserved
Female
Pecan pie
Reserved
Male
Biscuit
Reserved
Male
Navarro
Went home
Male
Morro
Went home
Male
Pismo
Went home
Male
Pacifica
Went home
Female
Capitola
Went home
Female
Haven
Went home
Female
Poseidon
Went home
Male
Reef
Went home
Male
Cove
Went home
Male
Coral
Went home
Female
Pearl
Went home
Female
Sailor
Went home
Male
Navy
Went home
Male
Jelly Bean
Went home
Female
Lollipop
Went home
Female
Twix
Went home
Male
Sweetart
Went home
Female
Snickers
Went home
Male
Reese
Went home
Male
Skittles
Went home
Female
Taffy
Went home
Female
M&M
Went home
Male
Hershey
Went home
Male
Rudolph
Went home
Male
Sapphire
Went home
Female
Sky
Went home
Male
Denim
Went home
Male
Cobalt
Went home
Male
Navy
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from McKenna
McKenna 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 $400 deposit and between $2,600 - $4,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Included is our health guarantee, three premium vaccinations, weekly dewormings, potty & crate training, early socialization & desensitization as well as a puppy package with a mom’s scent blanket. Deposits are non-refundable as they serve as the commitment between the new puppy family and I until pick up day. However, any deposit is 100% transferable to a future litter of any breed at any time.”
Contract & health guarantee
McKenna 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 McKenna 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 McKenna directly.
Doodle Amore 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
Litter and program updates
McKenna R.
Litter update on 04 Aug. •
…and then there was one! Our sweet Coconut 🥥 is searching for his forevers! This little guy has absolutely no flaw, he’s incredibly balanced with playful moments and an overall mellow demeanor. He has such great eye contact, a sign of early emotional intelligence in dogs. He is willing to please, so endearing and companion oriented at heart. He would be a wonderful first time family dog or emotional support dog. I anticipate this guy to be 18-22 lbs full grown. He has a completely hypoallergenic and non shedding fleece coat making him an awesome choice for allergies. 🐾 Coconut has been potty and crate trained for the last two weeks and is doing amazing with both. He is currently sleeping 7 hours in a crate without any accidents!
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Lorax and Kapha's litter
McKenna R.
Litter update on 18 Mar. •
These babies are so mellow natured, they stayed asleep during the entire photoshoot! 🤎🤩
Lorax and Arizona's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Goldendoodle
Poodle
Cavapoo
Australian Labradoodle
Bay, mom
Goldendoodle
About Bay
Bay is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, McKenna decided to make her part of their program. McKenna 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.
Arizona, mom
Goldendoodle
About Arizona
Arizona is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, McKenna decided to make her part of their program. McKenna 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.
Brûlée, mom
Poodle
About Brûlée
Brûlée is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, McKenna decided to make her part of their program. McKenna 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.
Delilah, mom
Poodle
About Delilah
Delilah is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, McKenna decided to make her part of their program. McKenna 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.
Navarro, dad
Cavapoo
About Navarro
Navarro is a male Cavapoo. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, McKenna decided to make him part of their program. McKenna 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.
Mochi, mom
Cavapoo
About Mochi
Mochi is a female Cavapoo. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, McKenna decided to make her part of their program. McKenna 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.
Pebbles, mom
Goldendoodle
About Pebbles
Pebbles is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, McKenna decided to make her part of their program. McKenna 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.
Lorax, dad
Goldendoodle
About Lorax
Lorax is a male Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, McKenna decided to make him part of their program. McKenna 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.
Heather, mom
Cavapoo
About Heather
The most family oriented, gentle and affectionate dog you’ll ever meet! Heather is everything I’ve ever dreamed about from her beautiful chunky ‘teddy bear’ build to her ultra human oriented temperament. This girl loves to cuddle up right next to her people and really thinks she is human. She is often called our “forever puppy” because she still has her gorgeous puppy face, and never grew out of it. She’s happy go lucky and never complains. Her easy going and willing to please demeanor shows up in her babies, beyond a doubt! Heather is also health tested and cleared to be certain no hereditary issues pass on to her offspring and each of her puppies is guaranteed on a one year health guarantee. Heather has no social/separation anxiety and is always thrilled to be apart of family activities, from walks in town to our favorite café to a day at the beach! She is a VERY popular girl and is always greeted with so much love and pets! She is much more human oriented/focused than she is dog oriented, which is a very nice quality of hers. She loves being a mom and is very attentive to her babies needs. She produces the most beautiful babies in every way with a few of them going on to do service and emotional companion work for their families. Cavapoos don’t usually like the water, but this girl has no fear at all. She loves to swim and retrieve sticks. She passes down her ideal temperament along side her gorgeous looks! We really couldn’t love this girl more!
Good health testing
The Great Gatsby, dad
Goldendoodle
About The Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby is a male Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, McKenna decided to make him part of their program. McKenna 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.
Amelia, mom
Goldendoodle
About Amelia
This lovely parti mini goldendoodle is one of the absolute sweetest gals we’ve ever met and we’re so grateful she chose this family to be apart of! ‘Millie’ is incredibly mellow tempered, easy going, friendly to all and always ready to roll over for a good long belly rub! She’s one of our fearless swimmers and given the chance she will readily jump into the ocean and lakes to fetch sticks and balls. She equally loves to be cuddled up by her people, getting all the love and watching TV with us, needless to say her retriever qualities really shine through! It’s no wonder, even with her small size she boasts over 30% Golden Retriever while still remaining 100% hypoallergenic and non-shedding. Let’s talk about smarts! Millie is so intelligent, she was one of the easiest dogs to train and picked up both commands and potty training with such ease. She is a mind reader and 100% off leash trained! Her recall skills are exceptional. She’s learned how to ask for treats, twirl in circles, and play dead. Her pups are wonderful for any first time pup families hoping for an easy transition. Momma has always had the natural proclivity to please and obey and all her past babies have too, just ask our past families! There is not a single flaw in this lovely lady of ours, perfect and well rounded in every way. Naturally, she is where my mind goes when I think, ‘companion dog’
Fynn, dad
Goldendoodle
About Fynn
Fynn is a living teddy bear, not only in his sweet looks but in his temperament too. He’s eager to please and will do anything for love and attention. He is a big momma’s boy and loves to be carried around and held like a baby. He makes the most gorgeous soft & fully furnished puppy faces and expresses a beautiful fluffy fleece coat. He may be teeny but Fynn still enjoys participating in outdoor activities like playing with his larger dog siblings. There isn’t a bad quality about this guy. He’s adorable in his companion oriented nature and loves all people he meets. This guy won’t meet a stranger, he always has his tail waggin’ and ready to please his people! Fynn packs a larger than life personality in his teeny body and is amazing with kids and other dogs as well, big and small.
Oliver, dad
Australian Labradoodle
About Oliver
Oliver is a male Australian Labradoodle over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, McKenna decided to make him part of their program. McKenna 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.
Kapha, mom
Goldendoodle
About Kapha
Kapha is a female Goldendoodle over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, McKenna decided to make her part of their program. McKenna 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.
Amora, mom
Goldendoodle
About Amora
Amora is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, McKenna decided to make her part of their program. McKenna 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.
Zan, dad
Goldendoodle
About Zan
Our littlest bundle of joy, sweet and spunky Zan. This guy is the life of the party and loves car rides, beach trips and his humans! You’ll find him with his head out the window, taking in all the sights and smells. Zan is attentive and very intelligent which is one of the reasons we chose him as a stud to our program. He knows what we are thinking and I swear he can read our minds. He is also emotionally intelligent and always there for loves after a hard day. Zan is a super handsome hunk with his beautiful intense red wavy coat and gorgeous Irish white tuxedo markings. He is so stunning! Zan is genetic tested and cleared and each of his babies goes to their forever home on a year health guarantee. This little guy is small, but boy is he mighty! He is not fearful of waves, larger dogs or loud noises. He is a confident stud and produces the cutest little red clones! His playful personality and fun nature make him who he is and we love him SO much. We couldn’t imagine Doodle Amore without our Zan man!
Parent health testing
Bernedoodle
Cavapoo
Double Doodle
Goldendoodle
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Doodle Amore 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 Bernedoodles.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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 (rDVM, not registered)
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 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type, Temperament Test
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.
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Cleft Palate (DLX6), Chondrodysplasia/Dwarfism, Animal Genetics Panel, Agouti DNA Test, Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS), DNA Disease Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I)
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 McKenna to bring home their puppies.
Motong X.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
My puppy Mori came home healthy and so sweet!! She adjusted to her new home very quickly and she’s even sleeping peacefully through the night since the first day. She also learned potty training, “sit,” and “wait” within just a few days! She’s such a smart little girl!
I moved to the U.S. alone for work this year, and having her with me has made my days so much brighter. She came into my life at the perfect time, and I’m so grateful to McKenna and Doodle Amore for bringing her to me with so much love.
Alicia M.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
My experience with Doodle Amore has been truly wonderful. As a first-time dog owner, I spent l hours researching different breeds, breeders, and even considered adopting from a shelter. But the moment I came across McKenna’s profile, I was struck by the genuine love and care she puts into raising her adorable puppies.
From day one, McKenna was warm and responsive—always quick to answer my questions and sent me weekly updates that made the wait exciting and reassuring. Her dedication gave me so much peace of mind, and I knew Chloe was in great hands.
Thanks to McKenna’s early training and guidance, Chloe has settled in beautifully—crate and potty training have been a breeze. She is so loving and so smart! She’s been friendly around new friends and littles too!
I couldn’t be more thankful to McKenna and Doodle Amore for bringing this amazing bundle of joy into my world. ❤️❤️
Gabby S.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
We had the most wonderful experience with McKenna and Doodle Amore. What stands out most is McKenna’s true love and care for the puppies she breeds. That is her number one priority and it shows at every step of the way. She is incredibly knowledgeable and responsive. I should know as I asked so many questions and she thoughtfully walked me through the entire process. We would absolutely recommend McKenna to anyone looking for a doddle puppy. We are so in love with ours and if we ever get another in the future, McKenna and Doodle Amore would be the top of my list!
KM
Karen M.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
+4
We had a wonderful experience working with McKenna! She was always responsive and helpful throughout the entire process. Our puppy, Poppy, is the sweetest and most loving dog — a true testament to the care and attention McKenna gives her puppies. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a healthy, well-socialized pup.
Barbara G.
Verified owner · Nov. 2024
Our experience with McKenna was seamless, and we would recommend her to any family member or friend. She was very responsive and easy to work, and it was this way from my first message to the delivery of our pup and even to check-ins with us and availability to answer any questions as we settle into life with our new addition. She provided thorough and thoughtful responses to all questions throughout the process (and I had many since a first time pup owner!) You can tell she is a genuinely lovely person and truly cares about her pups and the integrity of what she does. Our pup came to us very well socialized and comfortable with people, both adults and kids, as well as other dogs. He has excellent behavior; a sweet, laid-back, and playful disposition; and sleeps through the nigh in his crate no problem (and has since the first night). It is very clear that he was raised with great intention, thoughtfulness, and care.
Miranda M.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
+6
I couldn’t be happier with my experience with McKenna as a breeder. She was incredibly responsive, always available to answer questions and offer helpful tips. Our puppy came to us so well-socialized and prepared for her new home. She’s not only healthy but also wonderfully friendly and socialized – a true testament to the care McKenna puts into her puppies. I highly recommend McKenna to anyone looking for a responsible, compassionate breeder!
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.