Old Lake Doodles
- Merced, CA ·
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Expected Goldendoodle litter
Due July 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Sarah P., the breeder behind Old Lake Doodles located in Merced, CA. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and coat. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members by going the extra mile in raising our puppies. We love the opportunity of walking new owners through the puppy process from choosing your puppy through the life of your dog!
Q. & A. with Sarah
Why did you start breeding?
I first bred our family dog way back when you bought and sold dogs in the paper! It made me realize how much work it was and that I didn’t want to do it again until our kids were older. Since then I’ve learned poured into educating myself in preparation for starting my breeding program. When we got Dallas we knew her temperament was one we wanted to carry on. So she became the foundation of OLD.What makes your program special?
It’s so much more than putting two dogs together! We are pretty picky. Full health testing and good temperaments are a must! We breed for straighter and wavy coats which are less upkeep than traditional curly coats. We aim to produce amazing family dogs by being very intentional. We do ENS, ESI, daily curriculum and temperament testing. We will match you with the perfect puppy for your lifestyle.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature 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 parti. 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.
Ivy
Went homeFemale
Fern
Went homeFemale
Forrest
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Skye
Went homeFemale
Rusty
Went homeMale
Ridge
Went homeMale
Aspen
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Sarah
Sarah 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.
Sarah 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 7 weeks old.
Price
“All puppies go home microchipped, vet cleared, dewormed and with their first round of shots. We also have a 1 year health guarantee on all of our puppies. Once we receive your deposit, your spot in our puppy picking order for a specific litter is locked in.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sarah 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 Sarah 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 Sarah 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
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
- Microchip
Extras
- Toys
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sarah.
Breeder's location
Meet in Merced, CA
5646 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Fresno Yosemite Airport
5661 miles away
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Meet in Sacramento, CA
5602 miles away
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More about Sarah
Sarah has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Sarah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Sarah is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Old Lake 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 health testing
Great level
Old Lake 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.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation , Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Animal Genetics 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).
