I'm Tamar G., the breeder behind Griffitts Doodles located in Coeur D’alene, ID. As Mini Goldendoodle breeders we focus on raising healthy, happy, well socialized puppies that make exceptional family companions. Our puppies are raised in our home, and are integrated into our family life. Our goal is to connect families with affectionate, intelligent companions.
Q. & A. with Tamar
Why did you start breeding?
I want to bring the same joy into other families that my family experienced bring home our furry friends.
What makes your program special?
Our puppies are home raised, not kennels so they are confident, social and well adjusted. We begin early training foundations with the Empowered Puppy Program beginning with basic potty training, crate introduction and basic manners so that new families have a solid foundation to build on.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include petite and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include apricot 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 Tamar
Tamar 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All of our puppies are the same price. Price includes deworming, first round of vaccinations, socialization and beginning puppy training with the Empowered Puppy Program. A deposit let me know you are truly ready for a puppy and lets me save your spot. Its a way to keep the process organized and fair for everyone.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tamar 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 Tamar 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 Tamar directly.
Griffitts 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
Meg, mom
Goldendoodle
About Meg
Meg is a sweet, cuddly best friend. She loves long walks and lots of snuggles. She plays well with other dogs and is great around kids. She is fully health tested with clear genetics tested through Animal Genetics.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Griffitts 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.
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.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type, Vet Wellness Exam
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.
Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).