I'm Cristi M., the breeder behind It’s A Puppy Thing located in Spanish Fork, UT. Our dogs are bred not only for cuteness, but temperament and health as well. All parents are fully health and genetic tested before we breed them. Our puppies are raised in our home and socialized with early training programs. They come with a health guarantee and are also guaranteed to melt your heart!
Q. & A. with Cristi
Why did you start breeding?
I have a son and daughter with anxiety and wanted something to help them with this. Nothing is better than a puppy snuggle! Our passion is poured into every aspect of our breeding program. We truly love our dogs and what we do.
What makes your program special?
We are a passionate and dedicated breeding program that produces dogs with great working drives, conformation, and temperaments. Our dogs work hard, play hard, love hard, and are part of the family. We prepare all of our pups to excel in life.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Goldendoodle puppies include petite, miniature, and medium sizes. Bernedoodle puppies include mini and medium sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Goldendoodle puppies include cream, apricot, and red. Bernedoodle puppies are tri-color. 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.
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 8
Went home
Female
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 7
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Cristi
Cristi 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 $2,300 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price varies depending on the breed, size, and color! The $500 holds your spot in the selection order and is applied to the final cost.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cristi 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 Cristi 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 Cristi directly.
It’s A Puppy Thing 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
Goldendoodle
Bernedoodle
Australian Labradoodle
Golden Retriever
Bernese Mountain Dog
Maggie, mom
Goldendoodle
About Maggie
Maggie is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Rumor, mom
Bernedoodle
About Rumor
Rumor is a female Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Dixie, mom
Goldendoodle
About Dixie
Dixie is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Luna, mom
Goldendoodle
About Luna
Luna is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Siggy, mom
Bernedoodle
About Siggy
Siggy is a female Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Kona, dad
Bernedoodle
About Kona
Kona is a male Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cristi decided to make him part of their program. Cristi 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.
Sota, mom
Australian Labradoodle
About Sota
Sota is a female Australian Labradoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Ruby, mom
Goldendoodle
About Ruby
Ruby is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Willie, dad
Goldendoodle
About Willie
Willie is a male Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cristi decided to make him part of their program. Cristi 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.
Ruth, mom
Bernedoodle
About Ruth
Ruth is a female Bernedoodle almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Nellie, mom
Bernedoodle
About Nellie
Nellie is a female Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Dolly, mom
Goldendoodle
About Dolly
Dolly is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Emmbie, mom
Bernedoodle
About Emmbie
Emmbie is a female Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Bruce, dad
Australian Labradoodle
About Bruce
Bruce is a male Australian Labradoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cristi decided to make him part of their program. Cristi 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.
Dakota, mom
Bernedoodle
About Dakota
Dakota is a female Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Scout, mom
Bernedoodle
About Scout
Scout is a gorgeous Tri Color F1 Bernedoodle. She has had health and genetic testing along with OFA. She is clear on everything!
Indie, mom
Goldendoodle
About Indie
Indie is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Mav, mom
Golden Retriever
About Mav
Mav is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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.
Tovi, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Tovi
Tovi is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cristi decided to make her part of their program. Cristi 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
Bernedoodle
Goldendoodle
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
It’s A Puppy Thing 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 Bernedoodles.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), 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 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.
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).