Rafter 58 Bernese Mountains and Bernedoodles

Nichole S.

Breeder of Bernedoodles and Bernese Mountain Dogs

  • Findlay, OH
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Nichole S., the breeder behind Rafter 58 Bernese Mountains and Bernedoodles located in Findlay, OH. Our pups are home-raised. We put a lot of care into socializing them so they can transition easily into their new lives. We have developed several protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all of our dogs. It’s our top priority to make sure each of our puppy families welcomes a happy and healthy new family member into their homes!

Q. & A. with Nichole

  • Why did you start breeding?

    As a trainer I see multitudes of dogs - many of which have fabulous bloodlines but unfortunately I also see many that have poor breeding backgrounds that lead to both physical and mental issues. I decided to step up and become part of a community dedicated to providing quality animals for families and individuals looking for lifelong friends.

  • What makes your program special?

    As a professional dog trainer I have the unique opportunity to provide a level of expertise, not just in the breeding aspect, but also in the training end of my puppies lives. My goal is to work with the puppies, as much as possible according to what is age appropriate in basic life skills before they go home. I can also offer training support for my clients that take home a puppy!

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Bernedoodle puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Bernedoodle puppies include tri-color and phantom. Bernese Mountain Dog puppies are black rust and white. 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 Nichole

Nichole 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.

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 $1,700 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price also includes ENS training and socialization and the guarantee that the puppy is in good health and has received the following: ~ Age-appropriate immunizations ~ Deworming ~ Health certificate. A deposit of $500 is required to reserve a puppy. This amount will be applied towards the purchase price of the puppy. Puppies are reserved in the order deposits are received. A deposit guarantees your spot in the selection process, but does not guarantee a specific puppy until selection is completed. Puppy selection will take place when the puppies are 7 weeks old. Buyers will be invited to select their puppy in the order of reservation.”

Contract & health guarantee

Nichole 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 Nichole 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 Nichole 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
      • 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
    • Extras
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Findlay, OH

355 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at John Glenn Columbus Airport

296 miles away

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Meet in Columbus, OH

301 miles away

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More about Nichole

  • Certifications & recognitions

    DMWYD Certified Trick Dog Instructor, Professional Dog Trainer, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.

  • Nichole has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Nichole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Nichole’s links

Nichole is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Rafter 58 Bernese Mountains and Bernedoodles 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

Parent dogs

All breeds

Bernese Mountain Dog

Poodle

Parent health testing

Bernedoodle

Bernese Mountain Dog

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Rafter 58 Bernese Mountains and Bernedoodles 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

    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.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Nichole to bring home their puppies.

  • LM

    LUIS M.

    Verified owner · May 2024

    He is perfec! I don’t know what magic happens at Rafter 58 Bernedoodle. But mines is perfect . To add and my experience thus far, complete potty trained. And such a happy puppy.

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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.