River Days Australian Labradoodles

Theresa S.

Breeder of Australian Labradoodles

  • Graham, NC · 231 miles away
  • Meetup available in Richmond, VA

Upcoming litters

Spike
Millie

Expected Australian Labradoodle litter

Due Oct. 2025

Ready Dec. 9
Brody
Leah

Expected Australian Labradoodle litter

Due Oct. 2025

Ready Dec. 25
Roux (pronounced Roo)
Ginger

Expected Australian Labradoodle litter

Due Nov. 2025

Ready Dec. 27

Meet the breeder

I'm Theresa S., the breeder behind River Days Australian Labradoodles located in Graham, NC. We nurture Authentic Australian Labradoodle puppies that are physically robust & emotionally well-balanced, ensuring they are prepared to integrate seamlessly into your household. We are passionate about our work, & welcome the opportunity to prove why our breeding program is superior!

Q. & A. with Theresa

  • Why did you start breeding?

    When I was a child, my grandmother bred Yorkshire Terriers and it was always interesting & exciting to me. In my early adult years, I fostered & screened for a breed-specific rescue. Unfortunately, my struggle with allergies & asthma became unbearable. This led me to discover Australian Labradoodles. They are allergy friendly, good natured, intuitive, amazing family dogs! I am hooked for life!
  • What makes your program special?

    Our passion & commitment to our dogs & program is unparalleled. Some things that make us special include: 1. Superior health testing 2. Proven certified therapy lines 3. Time-tested puppy curriculum 3. Lessons learned carried forward to subsequent litters 4. Stellar client relationships
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our puppies include miniature and medium sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include caramel ice, caramel, caramel red, red, apricot, cafe, lavendar, black, and tri-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Getting a puppy from Theresa

Theresa 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 $3,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“$3750 ($500 reservation fee, second installment of $1000 due upon acceptance of invitation to the litter, $2250 balance due by 6 weeks old) . Deposit & second installment is applied to the total price of the dog.”

Contract & health guarantee

Theresa 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 Theresa 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 Theresa 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
      • Initial potty training
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Graham, NC

231 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport

230 miles away

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Meet in Ashburn, VA

1 mile away

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More about Theresa

  • Club memberships

    Theresa is a member of Australian Labradoodle Association of America and World Wide Australian Labradoodle Association (WALA).

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Gold Paw Breeder, CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Theresa has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years

    Theresa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Theresa’s links

Theresa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

River Days Australian Labradoodles 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

River Days Australian Labradoodles 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.

  • 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 (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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • DNA Profile, 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).

Verified owner stories

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

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    Susan N.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    Theresa and Zeph have created such a responsible and thoughtful breeding program. The experience has been fantastic from day one thru puppy pick up day, and our boy, Roo, is adjusting so well.

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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.

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.

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.