Starlight Goldendoodles

Carley S.

Breeder of Poodles, Aussiedoodles, Bernedoodles, and Goldendoodles

  • Vacaville, CA ·
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Bernedoodle

Poodle

Sully

Ready Sept. 4

4 weeks old · Male

Georgia

Ready Sept. 4

4 weeks old · Female

Maggie

Ready Sept. 4

4 weeks old · Female

Cooper

Ready Sept. 4

4 weeks old · Male

Winnie

Ready Sept. 4

4 weeks old · Female

Murphy

Ready Sept. 4

4 weeks old · Male

Nora

Ready Sept. 4

4 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Carley S., the breeder behind Starlight Goldendoodles located in Vacaville, CA. We breed healthy, intelligent, and athletic dogs with great temperament. Our puppies are well-socialized and raised with care to become loving family companions. With over 25 years of experience, we provide a safe, trusted place to find your next loyal and happy four-legged friend.

Q. & A. with Carley

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I’ve always been passionate about animal well-being, and breeding allows me to make a meaningful impact. I’m dedicated to producing healthy, well-socialized puppies with excellent temperaments. It’s incredibly rewarding to raise pups that become cherished companions in loving, responsible homes.

  • What makes your program special?

    What makes my breeding program truly special is the passion and care I bring as both a veterinarian and breeder. I’m dedicated to preparing each family for success and providing lifelong support. I love staying connected, offering guidance, and watching my puppies grow and thrive in their forever homes.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Poodle puppies are miniature size. Bernedoodle puppies include mini and medium sizes. Goldendoodle puppies include miniature, medium, and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

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

    Our Poodle puppies include brown, parti, phantom, and brindle. Bernedoodle puppies include yellow and white, chocolate merle, black and white, phantom, and blue merle. Goldendoodle puppies include cream, red, chocolate, black, 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.

Getting a puppy from Carley

Carley has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Carley partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“I take great care in matching each puppy with the right family. I enjoy getting to know prospective families, their lifestyle, and what they’re looking for in a companion so we can determine together whether a puppy from my program is the right fit. I also take each puppy’s individual temperament and personality into account, with the goal of placing every puppy in a loving, committed home where they will be cherished for life.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $350 non-refundable deposit and between $1,150 - $3,150 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Puppies have their deworming, all necessary vaccinations, microchip, and a thorough veterinary exam prior to joining their forever homes. Puppies also come a puppy kit which includes a baggie of their current food, toy, treats, one free month of puppy insurance and option to sign up for pet insurance with Trupanion with no waiting times. Please contact for copy of deposit/sale agreement.”

Contract & health guarantee

Carley 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 Carley 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 Carley directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Vacaville, CA

2376 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Sacramento Airport

2349 miles away

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Meet in Roseville, CA

2333 miles away

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More about Carley

  • Carley has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Carley was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Carley’s links

Carley is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Starlight Goldendoodles 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

All breeds

Bernedoodle

Poodle

Aussiedoodle

Goldendoodle

Parent health testing

Goldendoodle

Miniature Poodle

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Starlight Goldendoodles 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 (rDVM, not registered)

    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.

  • Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.

  • Standard Veterinary Blood Panel, Dentition

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • DNA Coat/Trait Panel, 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Carley to bring home their puppies.

  • Cani M.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    My experience with Carley from Goldendoodles was the greatest experience! Going through Good Dog, finding the beautiful puppy “Tinkerbell”, was my greatest find. Tinkerbell was 8 weeks old and full of love. She has filled my heart with joy and love. She follows me everywhere, sleeps with me, plays with my cats that have accepted her in our family. To watch her jumping all over them and chasing them fills my heart with happiness and laughter. Finding a great breeder and the wonderful care Tinkerbell received in her first 8 weeks of life, I will continue to give my beautiful puppy.

    VM

    Vianney M.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Carley is so easy to work with, very responsive, and sensitive to my situation and need for a puppy. Allie is perfect! She is healthy, sweet, rambunctious, and smart. Thank you, Carley!

    Dennis W.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    Stumbled on the Starlight post and what a great find. Carley responded immediately to our inquiry, answered a good many questions 2 seniors had about taking on a puppy at our age, set up a convenient time to meet with her and THE PUPPY! 2 weeks with our new housemate and we are thrilled. Carley provided us with a quality, intelligent, and delightful new friend.

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    Alyssa L.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Working with Carley was an absolute joy from start to finish. Her background in veterinary medicine sets her apart; her deep knowledge and expertise were evident in every conversation, something we really value. She made everything incredibly easy, transparent, and stress-free. What we appreciate most is that her care doesn't stop at the adoption. She has provided incredible, continued support even after we brought our puppy home, always ready to answer questions and offer guidance. She accurately described Olive’s temperament perfectly. Olive has transitioned seamlessly into our busy lives and blends in beautifully with all ages—she is especially amazing with kids! If you are looking for a knowledgeable, supportive, and caring breeder, I cannot recommend her highly enough.

    nachole b.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Carley is absolutely amazing to work with. She is responsive, kind, and extremely knowledgeable as a vet. I feel so lucky to have found her. We have the sweetest puppy Raleigh and I know this puppy came from amazing home before we got him and I know this is because of Carley. Pick up was also seamless which I was nervous about being out of state. Carley made it as easy as possible, had everything I could possibly need and Raleigh already comfortable with the carrier. I highly recommend Carley.

    Jane H.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

      • +4

    We couldn’t be happier with our new pup from Carley. He’s been a dream pup since he’s been with us, a testament to how well Carley cared for them since birth. Carley was very informative and answered all our questions as 1st time dog parents. Would 100% recommend her to anyone looking for some sweet pups to add to their home. Thanks again, we love our little fluff ball so much.

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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.

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.

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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