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 Bernedoodle puppies include mini and medium sizes. Goldendoodle puppies include miniature, medium, and standard sizes. Poodle puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our 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. Poodle puppies include brown, parti, phantom, and brindle. 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.
Vanilla
Reserved
Male
Verity
Reserved
Male
Valor
Reserved
Male
Velvet
Reserved
Male
Vixen
Reserved
Female
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 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 $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.
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
Carley S.
Program update on 09 May •
Puppies at play!!
Carley S.
Litter update on 29 Apr. •
Just love playfup puppies! This litter of pups are ready to join their new families
Hollywood and Mia's litter
Carley S.
Litter update on 11 Mar. •
Meet our adorable litter of mini Bernedoodle puppies—these little cuddle bugs are as sweet as they are cute! They come in a beautiful variety of colors, including traditional black tri, yellow and white, and blue merle parti. Both males and females are available. These pups will mature to around 20–30 lbs and will have wavy, non-shedding coats—perfect for snuggles!
Their parents, Mia (a mini Bernedoodle) and Hollywood (a mini Poodle), are fantastic dogs with wonderful temperaments. They’re super friendly, easy to train, and make amazing companions. The puppies are being raised with the Puppy Culture program, which includes early handling and training to help them grow into well-adjusted, loving family pets.
Each puppy has had a full vet exam, is microchipped, and has received intestinal deworming, as well as flea and heartworm prevention.
When your puppy goes home, you’ll receive a special take-home packet, which includes a free first month of pet insurance, a toy, puppy training resources, and a bag of their current food. Plus, they come with a one-year health guarantee against genetic diseases for extra peace of mind.
These little ones will be ready for their new homes on April 26, 2025!
Delivery is available to the SF Bay Area and Sacramento, and additional transport options can be arranged.
Let us know if one of these sweet pups might be the perfect addition to your family!
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Hollywood and Mia's litter
Carley S.
Program update on 25 Dec. 2024 •
These black goldendoodles are so stunning with their shiny coat and just love people!
Parent dogs
All breeds
Goldendoodle
Poodle
Bernedoodle
Shelly, mom
Goldendoodle
About Shelly
Shelly is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carley decided to make her part of their program. Carley 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.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Golden Retriever 1, +5 more.
Wren, mom
Poodle
About Wren
Wren is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carley decided to make her part of their program. Carley 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.
Harper, mom
Bernedoodle
About Harper
Harper is a female Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carley decided to make her part of their program. Carley 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.
Mia, mom
Bernedoodle
About Mia
Mia is a female Bernedoodle over 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carley decided to make her part of their program. Carley 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.
Hollywood, dad
Poodle
About Hollywood
Hollywood is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Carley decided to make him part of their program. Carley 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
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.
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.
JW
Jackie W.
Verified owner · Dec. 2024
Working with Carley was a wonderful experience! As someone who has owned several poodles, I knew exactly what I was looking for—especially when it came to health and temperament. Carley was incredibly responsive and answered all my questions thoroughly. In talking with her, it’s clear how much love and care she Hhas for her pets and the puppies she breeds. I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to her again when I’m ready to welcome another furry family member into my home!
Yasmin C.
Verified owner · Mar. 2024
Without any hesitation I would turn to Starlight Goodendoodles again!
As a matter of fact, two clients have taken her contact info to be able to inquire about future litters - upon the strength of my recommendation.
The Breeder, Carey was always prompt in her response to my myriad of questions - which I appreciated immensely. The puppy is well socialized, super healthy & adorable (!) We left the property with a well thought out 'go home' bag (treats, food, towel, toys ) and a thorough list of all shots, etc. up until the date of departure from the litter.
Impressive, indeed.
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.
June S.
Verified owner · Dec. 2024
+5
By far the greatest experience I have had! Carley is such a wonderful human! I’m so glad I was able to find her and get my little Tiramisu! He is the goofiest boy and such a good pup. She is great with communication as well and gave me plenty of information to take care of my new pup the best I can. He came with a goodie bag and one month of free insurance. He loves his blankie so much~ He’s made my senior husky more happy 😊 So happy for my newest family member ❤️ I love him so much.
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.