I'm Tammie M., the breeder behind Happy_Tails_by_TJ located in Portland, TN. I am a small in-home breeder of multigenerational Goldendoodles focused on health, temperament, and early development. Parents are DNA and health tested. Puppies are raised in my home using Puppy Culture, introduced to crate and litter box training, and go home with a contract and health guarantee.
Q. & A. with Tammie
Why did you start breeding?
My journey into breeding began with my own dogs, Sasha and Maisie Mae. Watching their temperaments, loyalty, and ability to bring comfort and joy inspired me to learn more about responsible breeding and early development. What started as love for my dogs grew into a commitment to raising puppies with care, intention, and respect for the responsibility involved.
What makes your program special?
I am committed to raising puppies in a calm, loving home with a strong foundation in early socialization. My puppies are raised using Puppy Culture protocols, introduced to early crate and litter box training, supported through health testing, a written contract, and a health guarantee. I focus on producing well-adjusted puppies who are prepared to transition confidently into their forever homes.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are medium size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include cream, apricot, and black. 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.
Kona
Reserved
Male
Mac
Reserved
Male
Latte
Reserved
Female
Brewster
Reserved
Male
Red Girl
Went home
Female
Black Boy
Went home
Male
Green Girl
Went home
Female
Blue Boy
Went home
Male
Purple Girl
Went home
Female
Orange Boy
Went home
Male
Yellow Boy
Went home
Male
Dolly
Went home
Female
Jax
Went home
Male
Hank
Went home
Male
Elvis
Went home
Male
Garth
Went home
Male
Bruce
Went home
Male
Prince
Went home
Male
Paisley
Went home
Female
Huck
Went home
Male
Magnolia
Went home
Female
Whiskey
Went home
Male
Jolene
Went home
Female
Savannah
Went home
Female
Nash
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Tammie
Tammie 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 $1,800 - $2,400 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Pricing varies by litter. The listed range reflects health testing, early development, in-home care, first vaccines, and vet check. A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a puppy. If the timing or match is not right, the deposit may be rolled over to a future litter at the breeder’s discretion.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tammie 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 Tammie 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 Tammie directly.
Happy_Tails_by_TJ 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
Tammie M.
Program update on 04 Jan. •
Meet Chai
The last of the litter and such a special girl.
She loves to play hard... balls, sticks, and wrestling with her littermates. Then happily settles in for quiet time and cuddles. That natural balance is one of my favorite things about her.
• Gorgeous solid black, wavy coat
• Estimated to be ~35 lbs full grown
• A temperament that reflects the proven reputation of this pairing
Chai has been raised with intention, early enrichment, and lots of love, and she's ready to find her forever family.
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Tammie M.
Program update on 02 Jan. •
Early training moments like this are some of my favorites 🐾
Here I’m luring Mac to follow me, then asking for a calm sit when I stop. This simple exercise helps puppies:
• Learn to focus on their person
• Practice impulse control
• Build confidence through clear communication
These short, positive sessions set the stage for smoother transitions into their forever homes and make early training feel natural—not overwhelming.
Mac is 8 weeks old, thriving, and ready to begin his next chapter 🤍
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Parent dogs
Sasha, mom
Goldendoodle
About Sasha
Sasha is a calm, attentive mama with a gentle, nurturing temperament. She is affectionate, observant, and very in tune with her puppies. Her steady nature and patience make her a wonderful foundation for well-balanced puppies.
Knox, dad
Goldendoodle
About Knox
Knox is a sweet, gentle boy with a calm disposition. He loves playing frisbee and spending time with his people. His easygoing nature and affectionate personality shine through in everything he does.
Aspen, mom
Goldendoodle
About Aspen
Aspen is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tammie decided to make her part of their program. Tammie 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Happy_Tails_by_TJ 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.
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).