I'm Lana & Rick V., the breeder behind SnoogleDoodles located in Des Plaines, IL. We are committed to providing dogs that are a healthy, and beautiful addition to your family. We love all of our dogs and are dedicated to providing them with all of the tools needed to live their best life.
Q. & A. with Lana & Rick
Why did you start breeding?
We have both had dogs since we were kids. We fell in love with the gentle playfulness of Goldendoodles and wanted others to share our joy.
What makes your program special?
We take great care to make sure our pups are healthy and socialized with people and other dogs before placing them in their new homes.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Goldendoodle puppies are medium size. Poodle puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Goldendoodle puppies include cream, apricot, and black. Poodle puppies are black. 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.
Pringle
Went home
Male
BonBon
Went home
Female
Reece
Went home
Female
Yummy
Went home
Female
Waffle
Went home
Male
Oreo
Went home
Male
Ginny
Went home
Female
Gumdrop
Went home
Male
Chip
Went home
Male
Bonus Bode
Went home
Male
Gordita
Went home
Female
Pumpkin
Went home
Male
Rhubarb
Went home
Female
Corny
Went home
Male
Yammie
Went home
Male
Pepper
Went home
Male
Basil
Went home
Male
Walnut
Went home
Male
Green Genie
Went home
Female
TBD
Went home
Ken
Went home
Male
Teddy
Went home
Male
Lucy
Went home
Female
Daisy
Went home
Female
Brad Pitt
Went home
Male
Bubbles
Went home
Female
Yoshi
Went home
Female
Roy
Went home
Male
Bennie
Went home
Male
Gertie
Went home
Female
Onyx
Went home
Female
Penny
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Lana & Rick
Lana & Rick 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 between $1,100 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes health and congenital disease guarantee, vet check, microchip, and a wag bag. The $500 cash deposit is only refundable if the puppy is not available due to health concerns.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lana & Rick 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 Lana & Rick 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 Lana & Rick directly.
SnoogleDoodles 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
All breeds
Goldendoodle
Poodle
Honey, mom
Goldendoodle
About Honey
Honey is so affectionate and athletic. She loves to chase tennis balls or pull Rick on his roller blades then snuggle after a hard days playing. She has a soft wavy coat.
Gracie Vogeney, mom
Poodle
About Gracie Vogeney
Gracie Vogeney is a female Poodle almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lana & Rick decided to make her part of their program. Lana & Rick 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.
Bode, dad
Poodle
About Bode
Bode is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lana & Rick decided to make him part of their program. Lana & Rick 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
Goldendoodle
Standard Poodle
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
SnoogleDoodles 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.
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.
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 Lana & Rick to bring home their puppies.
Lillian B.
Verified owner · Sept. 2023
SnoogleDoodles was very responsive. Met with us, answered all of our questions we had. We couldn't be happier with Angel, she is a blessing!