Tampa Bay Australian Labradoodles,LLC

Mark & Karen S.

Breeder of Australian Labradoodles

Meet the breeder

I'm Mark & Karen S., the breeder behind Tampa Bay Australian Labradoodles,LLC located in Saint Petersburg, FL. We're committed to breeding the finest quality Australian Labradoodles, which means more than just health testing, and we use early neurological stimulation (the “Superdog program"). Our puppies now go home with a spay/Neuter contract.

Q. & A. with Mark & Karen

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We are passionate about what we do. We are very skilled in the medical field and are keen to all of our puppies and dogs needs. Karen and I are Diagnostic Ultrasonographers. I am registered in Cardiac and Karen in Vascular Ultrasound. Karen performs our own Pregnancy confirmation ultrasounds and I am able to do the Cardiac Ultrasound for dogs that need cardiac clearance health testing myself.
  • What makes your program special?

    We were one of the first Australian Labradoodle breeders to incorporate a Bio Sensor Program for all of our puppies between the ages of 3 to 16 days old. An early neurological stimulation program called the “Superdog program” We also trained several other Australian Labradoodle breeders how to incorporate this program into their breeding program because it is so beneficial to the dogs.
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our puppies include miniature, medium, and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and guardian homes.

Getting a puppy from Mark & Karen

Mark & Karen 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 refundable deposit and $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“All deposits/booking fees or non-refundable unless we cannot provide you with a suitable puppy. Balance is due when puppies are 4 weeks old. Please note, Florida residents will also be charged Florida Sales Tax in the amount of $245.00. We take VENMO @ TBALDOODLES or ZELLE @ 727-641-6059 Mark Stanford or we will take a personal check.”

Contract & health guarantee

Mark & Karen 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 Mark & Karen 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 Mark & Karen 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mark & Karen.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Saint Petersburg, FL

832 miles away

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More about Mark & Karen

  • Club memberships

    Mark & Karen is a member of Australian Labradoodle Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    ALCA member.

  • Mark & Karen has been a member of Good Dog for about 7 years

    Mark & Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2018.

  • Mark & Karen’s links

Mark & Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Tampa Bay Australian Labradoodles,LLC 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Tampa Bay Australian Labradoodles,LLC 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 Australian Labradoodles.

  • 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.

  • Elbow Dysplasia (Preliminary)

    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 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), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 4 (PRA-crd4), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), DNA Coat/Trait 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).

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