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Foothills Family Doodles
- Ball Ground, GA
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Meet the breeder
I'm April R., the breeder behind Foothills Family Doodles located in Ball Ground, GA. We offer top-quality pets with a focus on health and temperament. Our dogs are our pride and joy and we adore them all! We are dedicated to providing our families with wonderful, healthy family pets. Our early start of potty training, crate training, grooming, & social & sound desensitization makes going to their forever homes a much easier transition for both the puppies and families.
Q. & A. with April
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding because I love the Bernedoodle breed & enjoy raising puppies.What makes your program special?
I raise my puppies like family. I take pride in each & every one. From the time they are born, they are raised in my livingroom & once potty training is getting established, then transitioned into their own building with outdoor play run. They begin potty training in pellet boxes & when weather allows have free range to go outdoors & potty. This makes the transition to their new homes easier on the new families. They are also started on crate training & sound desensitization.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, black and white, and merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Moe
ReservedMale
Sophia
ReservedFemale
Blanche
ReservedFemale
Rose
ReservedFemale
Dorothy
ReservedFemale
Jack
ReservedMale
Hank
ReservedMale
Ozzie
ReservedMale
River
ReservedMale
Firecracker
Went homeFemale
Spot
Went homeMale
Bear
Went homeMale
Boy 2 (Deuce)
Went homeMale
Boy 1 ("Ricky")
Went homeMale
Boy 5("Big Dan")
Went homeMale
Girl 3("Lucy")
Went homeFemale
Boy 4("Maverick Jr.")
Went homeMale
Boy 6("Big Mack")
Went homeMale
Boy 3("Fonzie")
Went homeMale
Girl 1("Little Ann")
Went homeFemale
Girl 2("Lady")
Went homeFemale
Jake
Went homeMale
Bo
Went homeMale
Sally
Went homeFemale
Pearl
Went homeFemale
Gus
Went homeMale
Ann
Went homeFemale
Roscoe
Went homeMale
Dolly
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from April
April 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes CKC registration, the first round of vaccinations, dewormings, and the first vet check. They will be started on potty training, crate training, grooming, sound, and social desensitization. They will also go home with a puppy pack. $300 to place hold on a specific puppy & remainder of $1,500 due upon pickup of puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
April 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 April 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 April 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
Extras
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from April.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Ball Ground, GA
4569 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet in Dawsonville, GA
4554 miles away
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More about April
Club memberships
April is a member of American Kennel Club and Continental Kennel Club.
April has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
April was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
April’s links
April is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Foothills Family 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
Litter and program updates
April R.
Litter update on 15 Nov. •🐾Puppies getting to move from my livingroom to their puppy building🤗They are loving it🤗🐾
Maverick and Shelby's litter
April R.
Litter update on 15 Nov. •🍂🍁🐾It was a beautiful fall day to take the puppies on a wagon ride to their puppy building🤗🍂🍁🐾
Maverick and Shelby's litter
April R.
Litter update on 12 Nov. •🐾1st time trying puppy chow soaked in milk replacer(mush/gruel). They loved it🤗🐾
Maverick and Shelby's litter
April R.
Litter update on 12 Nov. •…🐩I have had a few people ask & decided to share with everyone in case they were interested. The 1st set of pics are Maverick's parents & the 2nd are Shelby's parents. I think it's neat to see the grandparents & any traits the litters may take from them🤗🐩
Maverick and Shelby's litter
April R.
Litter update on 09 Nov. •🐾🐩Puppies are 4 weeks old today🤗They all were weighed & have all doubled their weights🤗They also got 2nd round of dewormer🐾🐩
Maverick and Shelby's litter
April R.
Litter update on 06 Nov. •🍂We are taking advantage of these beautiful fall days today & tomorrow🤗 I will be updating puppy pics so keep a 👀lookout🤗🍂
Maverick and Shelby's litter
April R.
Litter update on 05 Nov. •🐾Puppy playtime🙃🐾
Maverick and Shelby's litter
April R.
Litter update on 03 Nov. •🐾1st time lapping up milk replacer. What a messy & fun time🙃🐾
Maverick and Shelby's litter
April R.
Litter update on 02 Nov. •🐾Let the potty training begin!🤗Expanded the puppy area from whelping box today & added potty box & water bowl🙂🐾
Maverick and Shelby's litter
April R.
Litter update on 24 Oct. •🐾Mama Shelby is such a good mama🤗Two weeks old Sunday & their eyes are starting to open🤗 Picture updates coming soon🙂🐾
Maverick and Shelby's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Poodle
Bernedoodle
Maverick, dad
Poodle
About Maverick
Merle-Black & Silver w/black points
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Chondrodysplasia/Dwarfism.Shelby, mom
Bernedoodle
About Shelby
Shelby is a female Bernedoodle almost 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, April decided to make her part of their program. April 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.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Foothills Family 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 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 (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.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 4 (rcd4), Osteochondrodysplasia, Miniature Poodle Type, Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), Degenerative Myelopathy Early-Onset Risk Modifier, Pembroke Welsh Corgi Type, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), GM2 Gangliosidosis, Poodle Type, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dominant Black DNA Test, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Congenital Methemoglobinemia, Pomeranian Type, Chondrodysplasia/Dwarfism, Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), Agouti DNA Test, von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with April to bring home their puppies.
Miranda F.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
+8April was so good and easy to work with! My puppy is healthy and has such a great temperament. April was so patient with all the questions I had and she made sure to give me a puppy care package when my puppy came home. 10/10 recommend April!!
Samantha H.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
April was absolutely amazing! She was so responsive, respectful, and answered all of the questions we had. We picked up our sweet girl “Birdie” from April and drove her to our home in Virginia Beach which was a 9 hour drive. April gave us some tips and the drive was so easy. Birdie is such a good puppy and we could tell she was extremely loved and well trained by April. Birdie has been with us for two days and is nearly potty trained, and already knew sit. We are so excited for the future, and so appreciative of our sweet puppy from April.
Grace B.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
April was amazing to work with and responded to any and all questions we had! Our newest member (Bear) is settling in and loves his older brother (Brewer)! Thank you April! 🖤
Kaylin B.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
April was incredibly responsive and answered all of my questions as a first time dog mom quickly and kindly. Good dog made everything seamless and convenient. Our puppy came home confident and healthy! I would absolutely work with April again in the future.
Jodie D.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
April is a great breeder! She was very attentive. Especially, keeping us updated on our puppy. She sent videos and pictures of the puppies and their everyday life before puppy came home. She treated the puppies like a part of her family and really loved them! The whole adopting process was truly enjoyable. Thank you!
