MJ's Designer Doodles

Marilyn J.

Breeder of Goldendoodles

Meet the breeder

I'm Marilyn J., the breeder behind MJ's Designer Doodles located in Lancaster, SC. MJ's Designer Doodles is very small in home breeding program managed by my family in our home. Our parents are dna and health screened for and pass genetic disease and OFA tested. Your puppy will comes with a one-year health guarantee and a 30-day free Trupanion health insurance. Your puppy is raised in our family homes and utilize early neurological stimulation (ENS) to guarantee a happy, healthy, and well-rounded puppy. It is our pleasure to assist you in taking the next step in adding a new addition to your family.

Q. & A. with Marilyn

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got my first poodle in 2010. She was a chocolate brown poodle. Demised due to health reasons, I was heartbroken. I later decided to get another fur-baby family member and after doing some research, I fell in love with goldendoodles which is a mix of the poodle and golden retriever; two of the most smartest, intelligent, obedient, loyal, fun loving, and easy temperament breeds. I fell in love with and got my fur-baby Nola, a miniature apricot goldendoodle in December of 2019. I love how unique the doodles, their temperament, and how easy they are to train. My love for goldendoodles has grown into a passion to produce healthy, quality, well-rounded fur-baby goldendoodles for the next family,
  • What makes your program special?

    Here at MJ's Designer Doodles we only breed 1-2 litters a year so that we can focus on producing quality and well socialized puppies. This allow us to provide the attention and care that our parents and puppies need to ensure they are healthy, sociable, and able to adapt to their furever-homes.
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our puppies include petite and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include cream, apricot, and red. 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 Marilyn

Marilyn 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 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Good Dog and cash only. The deposit is deducted from cost.  Deposit is nonrefundable and can only be applied towards a future litter.  Deposit is only refundable if their is a loss of puppy before delivery or pickup. Once the deposit is made, a copy of the contract will be mailed to you to sign and return.”

Contract & health guarantee

Marilyn 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 Marilyn 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 Marilyn 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

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Lancaster, SC

4405 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Charlotte Douglas Airport

4388 miles away

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More about Marilyn

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

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

  • Marilyn’s links

Marilyn is a trusted Good Dog breeder

MJ's Designer Doodles 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

MJ's Designer Doodles 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.

  • 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.

  • Full Embark Panel, 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).

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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