I'm John K., the breeder behind Rockbridge Puppies located in Natural Bridge, VA. We breed high-quality puppies. We love what we do and are committed to producing well-bred, healthy puppies for loving homes. We love helping people find the perfect new addition to their families and we’re proud of our reputation as reliable breeders.
Q. & A. with John
Why did you start breeding?
The love for dogs started our breeding program. Our first doodle was a labradoodle that we loved very much. She started our desire to bring other types of doodles into our family.
What makes your program special?
Living in the mountains makes it special for the puppies. Fresh air, exercise and quality food will make a happy puppy. They love running through our springs on the property. They can get messy but they love it.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Goldendoodle puppies are medium size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Goldendoodle puppies include apricot, merle, and parti. 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.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Jack
Went home
Male
Noa
Went home
Male
Avery
Went home
Male
Cane
Went home
Male
Rowan
Went home
Male
Dorie
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl*
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Tulsa
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Baby boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from John
John 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,600 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes Veterinarian wellness check along with first round of vaccinations. House training along with socialization. A take home bag with food and toys.
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Contract & health guarantee
John 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 John 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 John directly.
Rockbridge Puppies 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
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John K.
Litter update on 01 Nov. •
Here is an informative chart for new dog owners.
Jasper and Wren's litter
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John K.
Litter update on 31 Oct. •
The puppies saw their veterinarian this morning. They were checked for hernias, heart, eyes, joints etc along with their first vaccination. Everyone is happy and healthy.
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Jasper and Wren's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Bernedoodle
Cavapoo
Ravine, mom
Bernedoodle
About Ravine
Ravine has the best temperament, very gentle and loving. She is a small dogs best friend.
Wren, mom
Cavapoo
About Wren
Wren is a very loving dog and a great mother to her puppies. She is very smart and very connected to our family.
Good health testing
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Parent health testing
Cavapoo
Goldendoodle
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Rockbridge Puppies 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 Cavapoos.
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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 John to bring home their puppies.
Pamela M.
Verified owner · Oct. 2025
I let too much time go by without telling you how wonderful our experience was! We have had many large dogs over our lives. When my husband and I retired we wanted a dog with a little less "presence". We prayed long and hard about getting a puppy and heard so many horror stories. We fell in love with John and his wife's Cavapoos right away! They were very helpful, quick to communicate, accommodating for pick up and patient with holding our pick while we decided. After bringing the puppy home we found him to be perfect. His temperament was amazing! Whatever they did beforehand with crating was a godsend, because he slept through the night in his crate from day one. He is soooo smart too!. Potty trained easily, catches on to the routine, hangs around us all the time, but not needy or destructive.
We are so happy with our baby and honestly didn't know we could love a little guy so much! thank you!!
Jackie B.
Verified owner · June 2025
We got our mini cavapoo from John last month and so far he is PERFECT! We couldn't be happier with the new addition to our family. John was amazing with communication and answered every one of our questions, since Bennett was our first pet.
HIGHLY recommend!!
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Cullen B.
Verified owner · June 2025
John from Rockbridge puppies was great! Easy to work with, very flexible about a location and time of pick up. Delivered us a happy healthy puppy! Would highly recommend!
Bianca P.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
We’re first-time dog parents, and working with Rockbridge Puppies was seamless from inquiry to pickup. John and his wife were responsive, kind, and had everything organized—vet records, crate routine, the works. We brought home Tuxedo (“Tux”) at about three months old; he was well-socialized, calm in his crate, and essentially potty trained. Now nearing six months, he’s the sweetest, most social little guy—gentle with kids and dogs, sits/downs on cue, and checks in to go out. Daycare staff rave about him. We’re so grateful for the wonderful start they gave him—highly recommend Rockbridge Puppies.
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Bridget B.
Verified owner · June 2025
John was easy to communicate with, kept me up to date on pup’s appointments and growth, and was flexible with meeting us. Our pup is adorable, healthy, and was practically completely potty trained the day we brought him home.
Janet R.
Verified owner · June 2025
John was very responsive, and communicated very well. When I received my puppy, you could tell he really cared about his dogs. My new pup is beautiful and a great addition to our family. Very reputable breeder!
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.