I'm Janelle G., the breeder behind Golden State Good Dogs located in Concord, CA. We produce beautiful Poodle and Bernedoodle puppies. We focus on health, pedigree, color, and size to offer the perfect pup! We raise all of our dogs with love in our home. We use ENS (early neurological stimulation), Puppy Culture Protocol, and are using the Badass Breeder Protocol. One of our previous puppies "works" in a high school. We have high expectations for our puppies and make sure to place each one in an enriching and loving home!
Q. & A. with Janelle
Why did you start breeding?
We initially fell in love with Goldendoodles and Poodles. Our dogs have proven to be incredible, loving companions, and we wanted to share that experience with others by producing healthy, happy puppies. It is so fulfilling!
What makes your program special?
We care deeply about our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to ensure they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Bernedoodle puppies include tiny and mini sizes. Poodle puppies include toy, miniature, and moyen sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Bernedoodle puppies include brown, tri-color, phantom, blue merle, and merle. Poodle puppies include apricot, black, brown, cafe au lait, parti, phantom, and brindle. Goldendoodle puppies include red, black, and merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Lucy - Guardian Home Only
Went home
Female
Linus
Went home
Male
Charlie Brown
Went home
Male
Snoopy
Went home
Male
Woodstock
Went home
Male
Pip
Went home
Male
Badger
Went home
Male
Hawk
Went home
Male
Canyon
Went home
Male
Juniper
Went home
Female
Echo
Went home
Male
Blossom
Went home
Female
Bunny
Went home
Female
Bear
Went home
Male
Olive
Went home
Female
Cedar
Went home
Male
Aspen
Went home
Female
Pine
Went home
Male
Elm - Guardian Home Opportunity
Went home
Male
Oak
Went home
Male
Willow
Went home
Female
Magnolia
Went home
Female
Fig
Went home
Male
Ash
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Janelle
Janelle 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 between $2,000 - $5,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This includes their first puppy shot, veterinary examination, microchip, a small bag of food, a toy, and a 1 year genetic health guarantee. This amount will count towards the purchase price. If you are unable to complete the purchase of a puppy, you may transfer the deposit one time to a future litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Janelle 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 Janelle 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 Janelle directly.
Golden State Good Dogs 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
Poodle
Bernedoodle
Bambi, mom
Poodle
About Bambi
Bambi is an AKC brown parti Poodle. She weighs 9 lbs and is miniature height but comes from toy lines. (Her Mom was 6 lbs.) She is my least barky dog and she wishes to be held for most of the day. She's amazing with children of all ages as well as with adults.
Good health testing
Patellar Luxation, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).
Mr. Pickles, dad
Poodle
About Mr. Pickles
Pickles is a Moyen sized Poodle registered with AKC & UKC. He is a show champion through UKC. Pickles has a great personality, health, and looks. He's a brown brindle point phantom.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, Patellar Luxation, +5 more.
Bucky, dad
Bernedoodle
About Bucky
Bucky is my sweet boy who is third generation from my program. He is pampered by a loving, local guardian home and enjoys visiting with my family.
Parent health testing
Bernedoodle
Goldendoodle
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Golden State Good Dogs 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.
Eye Certification (CAER, 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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Janelle to bring home their puppies.
Gail B.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
+4
Janelle responded quickly to my inquiry about Carly and answered my questions at the meetup, and after I got Carly home. Carly is healthy and was well cared for by Janelle. She gave an accurate description of Carly's personality as an adult dog and it's made the transition and adjustment easier for both of us. Carly is sweet and mellow, with some spunk. Her personality is coming out more each day. She's adjusting well to her new home and is a true delight.
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Clare F.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
Janelle was responsive and answered all of my questions. She is very knowledgeable and cares about her pups. Our puppy is good with kids, and has a great temperament. She’s such a sweetheart. We are so happy to have our mini bernedoodle as part of our family
Mary G.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
Janelle was a perfect example of a breeder who cares about their pups, willing to answer any questions and go the extra mile to have the adoption go smoothly.
Annette G.
Verified owner · Sept. 2025
Janelle was absolutely amazing to work with! She was so kind and patient with my questions about Pine, and made the entire process easy and rewarding. Our family is so grateful for all her support and care for Pine, and truly having the best time with our new family member! Thank you Janelle for helping to make my sons dream come true, and helping to make our family complete.
Deborah W.
Verified owner · June 2025
I received my Clover about a month ago and he is the sweetest puppy. I am so happy with the entire process. Janelle was amazing to work with before and after delivering by new baby. I interviewed several breeders and am so happy I choose Clover!!❤️
Darcie P.
Verified owner · May 2025
Janelle’s communication pre-adoption was great; she was always responsive. Janelle delivered our new baby to us at our home, as we live in a city by her. She even brought a bag af items for him, and answered questions. It could not have been a better experience.