I'm La Donna K., the breeder behind Patriots Poodles and Doodles located in Fayette, OH. I'm committed to raising healthy, happy puppies that are prepared to be the perfect new family addition. Most of our puppies know their name, can sit/turn/lay down/speak on command and are nearly potty trained by 9 weeks. All with positive reinforcement. They are well socialized and well loved.
Q. & A. with La Donna
Why did you start breeding?
We had our first labradoodle and loved that the breed did not shed or have that doggy odor, she was easy to train and eager to please. I also found the experience of our first litter very rewarding. It's impossible to have a bad day when you are surrounded by puppies and it's amazing to watch them grow and learn. Families are amazed that their new puppy arrives with training by 8-9 weeks.
What makes your program special?
In addition to health testing we provide training to each puppy before they go home. You will be amazed when your little 8 week old puppy knows her name and sits on command when you come to pick her up. We spend hours every day correcting behavior (biting,ect) and provide you with the best behaved puppy possible at 9 weeks for an easy transition for everyone.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include medium and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include caramel, red, gold, 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.
Peaches
Went home
Female
Bery
Went home
Male
Annie
Went home
Female
Ronan
Went home
Male
Sugar
Went home
Female
Twix
Went home
Female
Cocoa
Went home
Female
Snickers
Went home
Female
Vino
Went home
Male
Smokey
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Peanut
Went home
Male
Ginger
Went home
Female
Big Red
Went home
Male
Betty
Went home
Female
Sarah
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from La Donna
La Donna 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes "starter training" a large puppy pack with food sample, toys, blanket with litter scent, microchip with paid lifetime registry and access to professional training videos. We begin taking deposits when the puppies are 2 weeks old.”
Contract & health guarantee
La Donna 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 La Donna 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 La Donna directly.
Patriots Poodles and 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
Litter and program updates
La Donna K.
Litter update on 30 June •
Cocoa just turned 8 weeks old and is doing great. She is so smart and sweet!
Butters and Smokey's litter
La Donna K.
Litter update on 26 June •
Here’s Cocoa at 7 weeks old. She is so smart, eager to please and she also loves to nuzzle into your neck.
Butters and Smokey's litter
La Donna K.
Litter update on 16 June •
The puppies just turned 6 weeks old and are learning obedience commands…little Cocoa just started learning “Down”. You can see she is eager to please and working hard.
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Butters and Smokey's litter
La Donna K.
Litter update on 13 June •
The puppies are growing fast and love lap time.
Butters and Smokey's litter
La Donna K.
Litter update on 09 June •
Puppies are desensitized to the blow dryer, it starts while they are nursing to give it a positive association.
Butters and Smokey's litter
La Donna K.
Litter update on 09 June •
The puppies are doing great with desensitization to loud noises.
Butters and Smokey's litter
La Donna K.
Litter update on 09 June •
Puppies are mastering the wobble board. This helps to prevent car sickness and builds confidence.
Butters and Smokey's litter
La Donna K.
Litter update on 11 Mar. •
The puppies are all learning basic obedience commands.
Butters and Bunny's litter
La Donna K.
Litter update on 01 Mar. •
The puppies are being desensitized every day. This day was robotic and loud toys, banging pan, the blow dryer, and bubble wrap pops.j
Butters and Bunny's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Australian Labradoodle
Labradoodle
Smokey, mom
Australian Labradoodle
About Smokey
Smokey is extremely intelligent and eager to please. She knows over 20 commands and loves to perform them. She is very easy to train, loves to swim, fetch, and is always a great snuggle buddy.
Bunny, mom
Australian Labradoodle
About Bunny
Bunny is a sweet intelligent girl who loves to be close to her people. She has a non-shedding, wavy fleece coat. She loves to fetch, go on walks, learn new things and will always try to curl up on a lap. She also loves to run and play with her other four legged family members.
Butters, dad
Australian Labradoodle
About Butters
Butters is a giant lap dog who loves to please. He has a larger bone structure, a buttery color, and a wonderful disposition. He has a non-shedding, fleece coat with big loose curls. He loves to train and can perform several service tasks on command. One of his puppies is currently a therapy dog.
Punkin, mom
Labradoodle
About Punkin
Punkin is a female Labradoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, La Donna decided to make her part of their program. La Donna 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Patriots Poodles and 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 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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with La Donna to bring home their puppies.
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Nichole H.
Verified owner · July 2025
We recently adopted a puppy from Patriots Poodles and Doodles and couldn't be happier with our decision. It has been an absolute joy having Remi in our lives!
La Donna made the entire process seamless even going a step above and beyond by allowing me to ship the airline carry on carrier to her home and getting our new puppy accustomed to spending time in it prior to our trip home. She is extremely knowledgeable about the breed and devotes so much of her time to these puppies to ensure they are well adjusted prior to going to their forever homes, which is apparent by her regular updates and videos she shares. These puppies are raised in her home among her family which I think is one of the many contributing factors to why Remi has been extremely laid back and loving. I can't get over the amazing temperament she has and anyone that has met her, can't believe just how well behaved she is for a puppy. La Donna spent over an hour with me upon my arrival (on a holiday) going over the training she had been working on to ensure it carried over smoothly to our home. She even sent us off with supplies for the trip home which were a great help in the hotel and flight home. She has been available to answer any questions I've had since bringing Remi home and it's reassuring to know she is there if I ever have a question or concern in the future.
Remi has not had a single accident since being home and it only took two nights to crate train her to sleep in her crate at night!
I am beyond grateful for finding La Donna and having the experience that I did in bringing our puppy home. :)
Pam H.
Verified owner · June 2024
We had a wonderful experience with Ladonna! She had excellent, prompt communication and shared so much information with us, including video updates with how our puppy was doing.
Chad K.
Verified owner · July 2025
La Donna was absolutely amazing. My wife and I had lost our 15 year old pup and it left a pretty big hole in our hearts. Finding our new puppy from La Donna was the best thing that could have ever happened to our family. La Donna was very responsive, easy to work with, and trains up the best dogs. It was amazing to bring her home and feel confident in her training and have an easy-to-follow guide to continuing the training. Couldn’t be happier! Thanks so much La Donna!