Happy_Tails_by_TJ
- Portland, TN
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
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
Went homeMale
Chai
Went homeFemale
Mac
Went homeMale
Latte
Went homeFemale
Brewster
Went homeMale
Red Girl
Went homeFemale
Black Boy
Went homeMale
Green Girl
Went homeFemale
Blue Boy
Went homeMale
Purple Girl
Went homeFemale
Orange Boy
Went homeMale
Yellow Boy
Went homeMale
Dolly
Went homeFemale
Jax
Went homeMale
Hank
Went homeMale
Elvis
Went homeMale
Garth
Went homeMale
Bruce
Went homeMale
Prince
Went homeMale
Paisley
Went homeFemale
Huck
Went homeMale
Magnolia
Went homeFemale
Whiskey
Went homeMale
Jolene
Went homeFemale
Savannah
Went homeFemale
Nash
Went homeMale
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
"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.
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
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tammie.
Breeder's location
Meet in Portland, TN
4543 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)
4571 miles away
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Meet in Lexington, KY
4393 miles away
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More about Tammie
Tammie has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Tammie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Tammie’s links
Tammie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
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.
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 🤍
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
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Tammie to bring home their puppies.
Sydney U.
Verified owner · Jan. 2026
+4Tammie is the best breeder I could’ve asked for. She walked us through the entire process and always sent updates along the way. She was able to answer all of our questions and was able to talk to her over text and zoom. We have waited a very long time to make sure that we had the right breeder before committing to a dog and Tammie was the perfect match. She cares so much about pups throughout their entire journey with intentional learning and development for the dogs to grow happy and healthy. I would recommend Tammie to anyone who is interested in doodles!
