I'm Melissa B., the breeder behind Puppy Place located in Midland, MI. All of our puppies are bred, raised, and loved indoors to produce happy, healthy pets for those seeking the best family companion! We are a small, in-home breeding program where we prioritize giving each dog and puppy the best care that we can. We cherish all of our animals and enjoy sharing the love of this breed with other individuals and families!
Q. & A. with Melissa
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are mini size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brown and white, black and white, and tri-color. 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.
Louie
Went home
Male
Amy
Went home
Female
Piggy Paul
Went home
Male
Moo Cow Carl
Went home
Male
Tracey
Went home
Female
Bernese
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Melissa
Melissa 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 refundable deposit and $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.
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
Extras
Basic obedience & manners
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Food & treats
Toys
Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Midland, MI
4119 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Melissa can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Melissa
Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Puppy Place 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
Lucy, mom
Goldendoodle
About Lucy
Lucy has all the traits of a Bernese Mountain dog shes a hurder by nature ( with her butt) and a huge lap dog. If your lap is empty she WILL fill it! She's also so smart taking after her Poodle heritage! And she is the best momma around!!
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Puppy Place 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered)
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.
DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Golden Retriever 1
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).