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Sleeping Bear Kennels
Upcoming litters
Planned Cavapoo litter
Due Jan. 2026
Ready Mar. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Bridgett F., the breeder behind Sleeping Bear Kennels located in Kalamazoo, MI. With a background in dog training, our motto is Health, Quality, and Temperament. Ethical breeding is at the forefront of what we do. Socialization is key, and being selective of our parent dogs is extremely important to us, so we are producing not only “cute” but healthy and stable adult dogs.
Q. & A. with Bridgett
Why did you start breeding?
I started in the dog world as a dog trainer, but soon realized that dogs were being bred for looks and not temperament. I saw so many dogs with poor temperaments from poor breeding.What makes your program special?
We breed for temperament in hopes that some puppies will continue on into service dogs, emotional support animals, or therapy dogs.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Cavapoo puppies are miniature size. Poodle puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Cavapoo puppies include blenheim, apricot, and red. Poodle puppies include apricot, red, 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.
Violet
Went homeFemale
April
Went homeFemale
Puddles
Went homeMale
Rose
Went homeFemale
Poppy
Went homeFemale
Daisy
Went homeFemale
River
Went homeMale
S'mores
Went homeMale
Sunny
Went homeFemale
Flame
Went homeMale
Leaf
Went homeFemale
Sabrina
Went homeFemale
Ghost
Went homeMale
Fang
Went homeMale
Wednesday
Went homeFemale
Jack
Went homeMale
Cocoa
Went homeFemale
Icicle
Went homeFemale
Frost
Went homeFemale
Snowflake
Went homeFemale
Minnie
Went homeFemale
Aurora
Went homeFemale
Ariel
Went homeFemale
Lady
Went homeFemale
Chip
Went homeMale
Flora
Went homeFemale
Belle
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Bridgett
Bridgett 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 $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $3,240 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price is inclusive of the $1,000 deposit. The deposit is non-refundable in all circumstances, including but not limited to if you decide you do not want or are no longer able to take the puppy. I cannot control litter sizes and the wait time for puppies can be longer than expected. You may elect to have the Deposit transferred to the next litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Bridgett 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 Bridgett 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 Bridgett 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
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Bridgett.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Kalamazoo, MI
4229 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
4151 miles away
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More about Bridgett
Bridgett has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Bridgett was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Bridgett is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sleeping Bear Kennels 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
Bridgett F.
Litter update on 25 Jan. •…Family visits were this weekend and Comet (our dark red boy), Calypso (our green eyed guy), Apollo (our sweetheart), and Astro (our tiny baby!) are all still looking for their families!
Milo and Macy's litter
Bridgett F.
Litter update on 17 Jan. •Almost 5 weeks old! Time flies when you are this cute and snuggly!
Milo and Macy's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Poodle
Cavapoo
Macy, mom
Poodle
About Macy
Macy is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Bridgett decided to make her part of their program. Bridgett 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel, OFA Auscultation and Echocardiogram, +1 more.Scarlet, mom
Cavapoo
About Scarlet
Scarlet is a female Cavapoo almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Bridgett decided to make her part of their program. Bridgett 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Full Embark Panel, +3 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Sleeping Bear Kennels 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.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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.
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Animal Genetics 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).
