Walker Branch Doodles

Melissa B.

Breeder of Saint Berdoodles

  • Clanton, AL
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Melissa B., the breeder behind Walker Branch Doodles located in Clanton, AL. Experience the best with our Bad Ass Breeder-raised puppies: well-rounded, well-adjusted, and ready for your home. Expecting 100 pounds, CKC registered, microchipped, vaccinated, and one month of Truepanion insurance included.

Q. & A. with Melissa

  • Why did you start breeding?

    After having Rex for 6 months we felt he needed his own dog. Haha I mean he needed a friend. I wanted a girl because, I only have boys in this house! I knew I wanted an F1 so that if we wanted to breed they would be more compatible. We had them both health tested, and I began down my favorite part genetic pairing. Putting together their DNA to see what color/coat we would get.
  • What makes your program special?

    We have done so much research to make sure we are producing healthy and well tempered dogs! DNA clearing, puppy rearing, and nutrition. Starting with the DNA cleared parents. Feeding high calories to mom so she can provide nutritious milk for her pups. Finally the care we provide to pups, we are following a development protocol, introducing to Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), Early sent stimulation, slow introducing daily life so that they trust humans and are well adjusted!
  • 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 Melissa

Melissa 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 $100 non-refundable deposit and between $900 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“First round of vaccinations, dewormed, vet checked, puppy pack, Fi nano microchip and trupanion insurance. Non-refundable Deposit is to take care of your puppy in our care. Puppy should be picked up with in 7 days of being 8 weeks old.”

Contract & health guarantee

Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Clanton, AL

4733 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Birmingham–Shuttlesworth Airport

4702 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Melissa can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Melissa

  • Club memberships

    Melissa is a member of CKC.

  • Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Melissa’s links

Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Walker Branch Doodles 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

Good level

Walker Branch Doodles 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 Saint Berdoodles.

  • 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 Melissa to bring home their puppies.

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    Gretchen M.

    Verified owner · May 2024

    It was an absolute pleasure working with Melissa and Walker Branch Doodles. She was always quick to reply to our messages and answer our many questions. She gave her time to let us have a video call, since distance kept us from viewing the litter in person. It was above and beyond to share the travel distance with us! She arrived with a thorough folder of papers and useful information, as well as a thoughtful goody bag of food to transition on, treats, toys, and poop baggies. Our pup was obviously loved and well cared for… she’s a delight to have around. We love her to pieces and highly recommend Walker Branch to other families considering a puppy for their family. Thank you for everything!!

    Matt Z.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2024

    We cannot thank Walker Branch Doodles enough for bringing Gouda into our lives. Additionally, they made the entire process easy by promptly answering all of our questions and providing us the necessary information and details to make sure our puppy had everything she needed to live a long and happy life.

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    Catherine T.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2024

    We really appreciate how involved Melissa & Bart were involved. They were so responsive to all of our queries. Gracie (fka Daisy) is settling in well. I think she is a little confused why our cat, Charlie won't play with her. Too funny! Gracie has nestled herself into our hearts. She is already such a large part of our family. We look forward to our future with her and can't wait for our future chapters of our life's story.

    Nadia H.

    Verified owner · July 2022

    Walker Branch Doodles was highly responsive during this experience. They kept us updated on how the puppy was doing as well. The drop off was perfect and the puppy package was the cherry on top.

Photos

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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