Happier with Dogs

  • La Pine, OR
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Susan D., the breeder behind Happier with Dogs located in La Pine, OR. I offer top-quality Beagles, Matese, and toy Poodle puppies for families who share the same love and passion I do for these lovely companions. I strive to produce quality puppies for families that are structurally sound, healthy, intuitive and have wonderful temperaments.

Q. & A. with Susan

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I have always loved dogs and was excited to establish my breeding program. I have enjoyed the journey, and I am a proud breeder with a focus on temperament and the overall mental and physical health of my puppies. I am passionate about placing happy, healthy puppies with loving families.
  • What makes your program special?

    I am devoted to ensuring there are happy and healthy puppies for others to enjoy, and I do so by responsibly growing this incredible breed. I begin the socialization process early, day 3 to exact. My commitment is to provide you with a professional and friendly puppy-buying experience.
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Beagle puppies include 13-inch and 15-inch sizes. Poodle puppies are toy size. Assorted Doodle Crosses puppies are toy size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Beagle puppies include blue and white and black tan and white. Maltese puppies are white. Poodle puppies include apricot and black. 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.

Getting a puppy from Susan

Susan 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 refundable deposit and between $800 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The deposit is $300.”

Contract & health guarantee

Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Susan.

Breeder’s location

Meet in La Pine, OR

5298 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Roberts Field

5254 miles away

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More about Susan

  • Susan has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Susan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Susan’s links

Susan is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Happier with 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

Beagle

Maltese

Parent health testing

Assorted Doodle Crosses

Beagle

Maltese

Toy Poodle

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Happier with 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 Assorted Doodle Crosses.

  • 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 Susan to bring home their puppies.

  • Mark B.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Susan was compassionate, kind and great to deal with. She obviously cares about the animals and that they end up in a loving home and she went above and beyond to make sure that we had everything we needed to take our puppy home. Would definitely recommend!

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    Nicole H.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2024

    Susan was amazing! She truly cares about the well-being of her pups. She goes above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and gives the pups the best start to the beginning of their lives. Our new buddy is healthy, happy, and was already familiar with potty pads! 10/10 recommend Happier with Dogs. Thank you for our new family member and best friend 🧡

    Anna Marie A.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2023

    We were so happy that Susan did a ZOOM with us. She also took a video of our Molly. We are very happy.

  • Jessie E.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    Susan was great! You can tell she genuinely cares about her dogs.

    Nicole D.

    Verified owner · May 2023

    Susan's early work with my beagle puppy is obvious! She is great about having her nails trimmed and gentle taking treats. She was very good for her first vet visit and travels well in the car. This puppy is off to a great start! And she is beautiful :-)

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