Z & Z Doodles
- Thawville, IL
Meet the breeder
I'm Zach D., the breeder behind Z & Z Doodles located in Thawville, IL. With raising only one litter at a time, we’re able to give each puppy our full attention, ensuring they are nurtured, socialized, and deeply loved from the very beginning. Raised in our home, our puppies are surrounded by daily interaction helping them grow into friendly, well adjusted companions.
Q. & A. with Zach
Why did you start breeding?
I’ve always loved dogs, but getting my first Bernedoodle is what inspired me to become a breeder. I fell in love with their loving, playful, and smart personalities and wanted to share that joy with other families by raising healthy, well-loved puppies.What makes your program special?
Both parents are extremely healthy, and contribute to the strong genetic foundation of each litter. Our puppies are exposed daily to a variety of sights and sounds, and we gently handle their ears, feet, and mouths, while introducing grooming routines like brushing and combing to prepare them for future care. Each day includes plenty of play, affection, and intellectual stimulation.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are mini size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and white and phantom. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Zach
Zach 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, Zach partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We always take great care and responsibility in matching a puppy with the right family. We screen the buyer and make sure the puppy is a good fit for them.”
Price
“Price includes a 3-year guarantee. First round of vaccinations and deworming. Week of food, favorite toy and a blanket. The deposit will hold a specific puppy or the chance to choose from a certain litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Zach 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 Zach 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 Zach 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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Zach.
Breeder's location
Meet in Thawville, IL
4404 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet in Gilman, IL
4394 miles away
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More about Zach
Zach has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month
Zach was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Zach is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Z & Z 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
All breeds
Bernedoodle
Poodle
Zoey, mom
Bernedoodle
About Zoey
Zoey is a female Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Zach decided to make her part of their program. Zach 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.
Ziggy, dad
Poodle
About Ziggy
Ziggy is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Zach decided to make him part of their program. Zach 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
Good level
Z & Z 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 Bernedoodles.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
