Oval Office Therapy Dogs, Inc.
Meet the breeder
I'm Melanie M., the breeder behind Oval Office Therapy Dogs, Inc. located in Covington, GA. We breed for service/therapy dog prospects. We health/temperament our dogs. Many of our puppies go to special needs children.
Q. & A. with Melanie
Why did you start breeding?
We began training therapy dogs using shelter dogs. But many had ptsd and were not "bombproof" with kids, so we realized we needed to start breeding our own dogs so they would have the socialization and temperament required to be around children safely. We chose Standard Poodles, then added Goldendoodles for kids with autism, due to their stature. After many requests we added Golden Retrievers.What makes your program special?
We breed dogs with excellent temperaments to work with special needs children. They also work really well with veterans with ptsd and for psychiatric service work. With our school intern/volunteer programs the dogs and puppies are exposed to a variety of people and get lots of socialization. They also learn to respond to the differences in people well. Puppies get many different experiences tooWhat are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Poodle puppies include toy, miniature, and standard sizes. Goldendoodle puppies include petite, miniature, and medium sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Poodle puppies include apricot, black, and white. Goldendoodle puppies include cream, black, and merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Melanie
Melanie 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 $1,000 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Melanie 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 Melanie 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 Melanie 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 Melanie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Covington, GA
4585 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
More about Melanie
Melanie has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Melanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Melanie’s links
Melanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Oval Office Therapy Dogs, Inc. 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
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Goldendoodle
Hank, dad
Golden Retriever
About Hank
Hank is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melanie decided to make him part of their program. Melanie 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.
Hank, dad
Golden Retriever
About Hank
Hank is a male Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melanie decided to make him part of their program. Melanie 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.
Marty, dad
Golden Retriever
About Marty
Marty is a non shedding f1bb goldendoodle. His parents are Hank and Dolley so his genetics have been cleared thru parentage. He is sweet,friendly, smart and loving. He also loves to play
Lincoln, dad
Poodle
About Lincoln
Lincoln is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melanie decided to make him part of their program. Melanie 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.
Dolley, mom
Goldendoodle
About Dolley
Dolley is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melanie decided to make her part of their program. Melanie 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
Goldendoodle
Golden Retriever
Miniature Poodle
Toy Poodle
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Oval Office Therapy Dogs, Inc. 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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).
