I'm Kristen P., the breeder behind Shades of Grace Doodles in Texas located in Prosper, TX. • Genetic testing and OFA clearance.
• ENS and ESI, proven to enhance the immune system and build confidence.
•Exposure activities and confidence challenges throughout the 8+ weeks.
• Begin potty training around week 3 and crate training around week 5.
• Temperament Evaluations at 7 weeks to help match families with their perfect companion.
• Puppies receive early controlled socialization with other dogs and humans
• First shots and vet certification.
Q. & A. with Kristen
Why did you start breeding?
I was mentored in my breeding program by a friend who breeds Golden Retrievers. When they had their first litter of Goldendoodles, our family decided to purchase one and we were hooked. This was the breed for us! I pursued genetic testing for my first dam and education in best breeding practices. We offer genetically sound pups who are raised for confidence and excellent temperament.
What makes your program special?
Our family works with our litters for cleaning, socialization and temperament evaluations while I run the "mother ship". The pups are raised in our home with their dam always at their side, but also free to remain the special part of the family that she is. Exposures focus on family life and raising pups to be comfortable in a home and understand the boundaries that are required in home life.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include cream, apricot, black, 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.
Bluebonnet
Went home
Male
Sunflower
Went home
Male
Thistle
Went home
Male
Daisy
Went home
Female
Dandelion
Went home
Male
Peony
Went home
Female
Poppy
Went home
Female
Lily
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Kristen
Kristen 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 $400 non-refundable deposit and between $1,850 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, first round of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy socialization. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of color. We temperament test our puppies at 7 weeks to help both clients and puppies find their "perfect fit".”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristen 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 Kristen 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 Kristen directly.
Shades of Grace Doodles in Texas 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
Sadie, mom
Goldendoodle
About Sadie
Sadie is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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
Good level
Shades of Grace Doodles in Texas 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 Goldendoodles.
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.
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.
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).