Smoker Goldens

Krista S.

Breeder of Goldendoodles

  • Gap, PA
  • Responds within an hour

Meet the breeder

I'm Krista S., the breeder behind Smoker Goldens located in Gap, PA. We’re so excited to help families experience the joy of welcoming a new puppy into their lives! We strive to produce healthy, intelligent, emotionally resilient puppies. Our puppies are well socialized and receive our best care.

Q. & A. with Krista

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Growing up, we always had a golden retriever as our family pet. I’m still partial to goldens for their friendly, sweet, trusting personalities! We have found that a mini golden doodle combines the lovely personality of a golden with the smaller size and less shedding of a miniature poodle, making the perfect family pet.

  • What makes your program special?

    We care deeply about raising emotionally resilient puppies who feel good about the world around them. We implement ENS, ESI, intentional body handling, noise desensitization, etc, as part of our breeding program. We reserve the right to decline a family if they do not seem to be a good fit for our puppy. We are committed to always using responsible practices to breed, train, and re-home our puppies.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

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

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

    Our puppies include apricot, red, and phantom. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Krista

Krista 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,200 - $2,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“All our puppies will have had their first round of vaccinations and will have been dewormed. They will go home with their vet health check papers and a 60 day health guarantee, as well as a Snuggle Puppy, puppy food, and a blankie with littermate’s scent.”

Contract & health guarantee

Krista 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 Krista 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 Krista 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Gap, PA

3967 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Philadelphia Airport

3941 miles away

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More about Krista

  • Krista has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Krista was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Krista’s links

Krista is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Smoker Goldens 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Smoker Goldens 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, Full Embark 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 Krista to bring home their puppies.

  • Salena P.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    Working with Krista was a great experience. They were professional, supportive, and extremely helpful throughout the entire process. Their expertise and guidance made everything smooth and efficient. I highly recommend working with them. We love having Luna (previously July) as part of our family.

    Desiree J.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    Krista and her family were just wonderful in every way. Krista was extremely responsive and helpful in the process leading up to the purchase and collection of our puppy. She answered the many questions we had with candor. Krista and her entire family took the best possible care of the puppies until we were able to bring ours home. Now that we have our puppy home we see how well-behaved, socialized, happy, and trainable she is. We would recommend @Smokerdoodles to anyone considering a golden doodle!

    Scott M.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

      • +6

    ​We had a fantastic experience getting our Goldendoodle puppy from Krista. She was incredibly responsive and happy to answer all of my detailed questions, showing true dedication and knowledge. We loved the photo updates and the ability to visit before committing. Our puppy is healthy, happy, and has the sweetest temperament—both playful and calm. She is always sitting! She passed her first vet check with flying colors and is already doing great with house training. We couldn't be happier and have already referred her to our friends. Highly recommend!

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    Robin S.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    Krista Smoker’s Mini Golden Doodles are wonderful puppies. From the moment I met her I could tell she was a caring and meticulous breeder as all the puppies are loved and well cared for. Krista was always in communication with me whenever I had a question and invited me to visit her home on multiple occasions. I can’t be more pleased with getting such an adorable and well tempered puppy from Krista. I took Ollie home at 9 weeks old and he was already trained to sit on command 😊. Thank you Krista!

    Tonya D.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

      • +6

    From the first time I seen Franklin now Ryder’s photo on Good Dog. I knew he had already made his way into my heart. Krista was amazing through the entire process making it seamlessly easy. From answering my questions, sending cute photos and videos of my little ham! I knew Ryder was perfect! Krista thank you for my amazing little guy and making me feel at ease with the entire process. If you are looking for a miniature golden doodle, look no further than Smoker Golden’s.

    Janissa N.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

    Krista was absolutely phenomenal to work with, as she was so responsive and flexible. Krista was very knowledgeable whenever I posed any questions. When my family and I first visited Maxey, her home was so welcoming. I shared Krista's information with my friends because I was so impressed with how well the entire process went. Maxey's first visit to our vet was filled with the vet and her team expressing how well Maxey was socialized and how well he was taken care of prior to coming to our home - a true credit to Krista!!! I recommend anyone looking for a dog to work with Krista and her family.

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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.

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