High Desert Labradoodles

Dakota D.

Breeder of Australian Labradoodles

  • Bend, OR ·
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies

Boy 1

Ready June 16

2 weeks old · Male

Boy 3

Ready June 16

2 weeks old · Male

Boy 2

Ready June 16

2 weeks old · Male

Girl 3

Ready June 16

2 weeks old · Female

Girl 2

Ready June 16

2 weeks old · Female

Girl 1

Ready June 16

2 weeks old · Female

Girl 4

Ready June 16

2 weeks old · Female

Boy 4

Ready June 16

2 weeks old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Dakota D., the breeder behind High Desert Labradoodles located in Bend, OR. We are proud of the affectionate, smart, beautiful, and healthy puppies we’re are providing. We are very selective in our breeding decisions and we prioritize the individual socialization of each puppy. Gentle touch, early neurological stimulation, initiating potty training and a whole lot of love.

Q. & A. with Dakota

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We were guardians for another breeder who was kind enough to take me on as a mentor. As I shared my joy of supporting human births, he generously taught me the skills necessary to competently support canine births, newborn puppy care and development.

  • What makes your program special?

    We actually choose to do this small time. We do one litter at a time and often only 3 litters per year. This allows us to pour everything we've got into each litter and then step back and replenish ourselves before doing another litter. We take time to really know each family who gets a puppy from us whether they are local or across the country. We are nurturing your future family members!

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our puppies include miniature and medium sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include caramel cream, caramel, caramel red, red, 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.

Getting a puppy from Dakota

Dakota has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

Dakota partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.

“At High Desert Labradoodle, we take a thoughtful, personalized approach to matching each puppy with their future family. Rather than assigning puppies based on reservation order, we focus on finding the right fit—both for you and for the puppy. Beginning around week four, we connect with you directly to learn about your lifestyle, preferences, and vision for life with your dog. We’ll discuss everything from activity level and temperament to gender and color preferences. From there, we work collaboratively to identify the puppy whose personality, energy level, and disposition will thrive in your home. Because we typically raise one litter at a time, we get to know each puppy exceptionally well. This allows us to provide meaningful insights into their individual personalities and guide each family through a truly informed decision. While this process is more involved, we believe it makes all the difference. After several years of matching our puppies this way, we’re confident it leads to happy, lasting connections—and helps you welcome home the puppy you’ve been dreaming of.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes 2 year health guarantee and first round of vaccines.”

Contract & health guarantee

Dakota 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 Dakota 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 Dakota directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
    • 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
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Bend, OR

2266 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Roberts Field

2256 miles away

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Meet in Seattle, WA

2297 miles away

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More about Dakota

  • Dakota has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Dakota was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Dakota’s links

Dakota is a trusted Good Dog breeder

High Desert Labradoodles 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

High Desert Labradoodles 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 Australian Labradoodles.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    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 Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    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 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.

  • 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 Dakota to bring home their puppies.

  • MR

    Melissa R.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Dakota was so easy to work with. She answered messages promptly and really took time to get to know our family and ensure that we were well matched with our puppy. Good Dog made the process easy, and I am so thankful that we found our precious pup. He's the perfect addition to our family. Thank you, Dakota and High Desert Labradoodles!

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