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Thomas S.
Verified owner · July 2026
I was looking around for a breeder of Australian Shepherds fairly close to my “ home” . I cane across Cascade Australian Shepherds and noticed that a new litter was due early July and ready to go...
Raised by Isabella P.
of Bittersweet Australian Shepherds
Margy L.
Verified owner · July 2026
Lyudmyla had wonderful dogs and my little guy came from a great pair!
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Raised by Lyudmyla S.
of Lyudmyla Loves Puppies
Paul W.
Verified owner · July 2026
The first thing we noticed was that Courtney has one of the best design on Good Dog. My wife and I have been searching for a shih tzu for more than 4 months until we saw Barry raised by Courtney. ...
Raised by Courtney C.
of Pretty Paws Shih Tzu's
Olivia R.
Verified owner · July 2026
Michael was wonderful to work with. He answered all of our questions, was super responsive and we couldn’t love our Frankie B more!
Raised by Michael K.
of Lone River Dachshunds
Crystal S.
Verified owner · July 2026
My experience was great with Valerie and Tracy. Our little boy Kismet has stolen our hearts. I don’t know how we could have gotten a more perfect fur baby for our family!...
Raised by Valerie-Tracy A.
of Little Fur Friends
Matthew M.
Verified owner · July 2026
I had an incredible experience with Lisa! Lisa has been very responsive and informative in getting me prepared for a new puppy! She is extremely helpful and has answered all of my questions while also...
Raised by Lisa H.
of Silver Hill Farm SC
Debbie R.
Verified owner · July 2026
I was looking for my special puppy for some time when I found Shelly and the litter of Maltipoos that included my Boba. I knew immediately he was my choice and was grateful to have found him. As the...
Raised by Shelly M.
of Petite Joie Puppies
Emily J.
Verified owner · July 2026
Ashley was great at communicating with us throughout the process of us getting our puppy! She answered all our questions and was quick to respond. We got weekly updates and pick up was super easy!...
Raised by Ashley W.
of Walters Hollow Hounds
Julie P.
Verified owner · July 2026
Bill was great to work with. He answered all questions about Daisy and went above and beyond when placing her to ensure she had a good transition. Bill and his wife made this such a great experience...
Raised by Bill S.
of Tampa Bay Frenchies LLC
Peg J.
Verified owner · July 2026
Gold star Corgis was wonderful to work with. They gave regular updates and kept me informed throughout the process. They are very fair to work with. My new puppy, Lyra is probably the easiest puppy I...
Raised by Steven and Frieda F.
of GoldStar Corgis (License Number 18519)
TN
Tricia N.
Verified owner · July 2026
Mary was great and so quick to respond. She was very helpful and knowledgeable and we love our new addition to our family.
Raised by Mary B.
of SW Frenchies
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Bradley L.
Verified owner · July 2026
Kristi was very kind and shared progress photos throughout the entire 8 weeks. Leo came home as such a good and very healthy puppy. She takes alot of care in every pup and is a wonder Breeder. Thank...
Raised by Kristi H.
of Stars Howl-O Kennels by FurEver Friends Inc
Timothy L.
Verified owner · July 2026
Autumn is the best! She is very kind and so knowledgeable. Our pup was raised in a loving home with great care and socialization, and she’s still checkin’ in on us. Our Sadie healthy, happy, and full...
Raised by Autumn M.
of Sweet Southern Doodles
Catherine W.
Verified owner · July 2026
Tammy was great to work with and our puppy was healthy, clean and well socialized when we got him. He is SUCH a good puppy! We love him dearly and are so grateful to Tammy for taking care of and...
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Raised by Tammy F.
of DAKOTA DOOD RANCH
Victoria B.
Verified owner · July 2026
My girl Honeybee (formerly Nickel) has been home for almost a week now and I adore her with every part of my being. She is so smart, playful, and loving, and has quickly readjusted to be part of the...
Raised by Alexis H.
of All Hale Aussies
Samantha N.
Verified owner · July 2026
Ashley was great and very knowledgeable about the breed and care of bassets. The communication was good and pickup was easy and Gooddog made it even easier!
Raised by Ashley W.
of Walters Hollow Hounds
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Alex T.
Verified owner · July 2026
Heather and Adam were great to work with! They were incredibly responsive to all questions that we had and didn’t pressure us at all. Pickup was a smooth process and they have checked in on us several...
Raised by Heather and Adam G.
of Outlaw Ridge Kennels
Jessica O.
Verified owner · July 2026
The Stone & Thistle family are wonderful to work with and we'd happily bring home more of their babies anytime. Our boy Bere is sweet, playful, smart, and brave. It's clear he was very well cared for...
Raised by TJ G.
of Stone & Thistle Cairn Terriers
Mia B.
Verified owner · July 2026
Super thankful to Corinne for this awesome experience and for our sweet puppy. She was very responsive, provided updates and videos as Cash grew, and was very helpful. Cash is a happy and healthy...
Raised by Corinne S.
of Mulberry Meadow Farms
Jen S.
Verified owner · July 2026
There are some people who don’t just breed dogs—they pour their hearts into every puppy they raise, and that is exactly what we found....
Raised by Kassie H.
of Sorrel Sands Corgis

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Our community standards are crafted with the guidance of leading experts in canine reproductive health and outlined in our Good Breeder Code of Ethics. These standards are grounded in evidence-based research and backed by science, reflecting our commitment to ethical breeding practices and making it easy for buyers to connect with reputable breeders.

While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to assessing breeding practices, our rigorous certification process verifies that every Good Dog breeder meets or exceeds our community standards before earning certification. These standards ensure breeders prioritize the mental and behavioral health of their dogs while providing the necessary support for new puppy owners. Learn more about our community standards.

Every breeder in our community is thoroughly vetted by our in-house screening team to ensure they meet or exceed the community standards outlined in our Good Breeder Code of Ethics. We ensure each breeder meets or exceeds our criteria for:
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Each of these elements is rigorously screened before a breeder receives a certification from Good Dog. Learn more about our screening process.

We encourage buyers to research and find the right reputable breeder for them, but our thorough screening process adds an extra layer of security and peace of mind.

Every Good Dog breeder must:
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Health testing is a key part of our screening process. Our dedicated team reviews the health tests breeders perform on their dogs to ensure they meet or exceed breed-specific health testing requirements. To promote transparency, breeders can share health testing documentation on their Good Dog profiles, allowing buyers to access these records directly under the "Moms and Dads" section when viewing a specific dog. Learn more about our approach to health testing.

Our community standards for health testing were developed with the guidance of leading reproductive experts, veterinary professionals, and breed specialists. These standards are tailored to address the unique history and health concerns of each breed.

Good Dog's health testing requirements are based on:
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We regularly review and update our standards to reflect the latest in canine health research and breeding practices. Reputable breeders on Good Dog are recognized at three levels—Good, Great, or Excellent—based on the number of recommended health tests performed. Learn more about our approach to health testing.

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Getting a puppy on Good Dog works differently—you communicate directly with your breeder through our secure messaging system, receive regular updates, and develop a partnership. Our rigorous screening and secure processes ensure peace of mind every step of the way. For your protection, all payments go through our secure system, backed by Good Dog Payment Protection. Good Dog Payment Protection ensures a safe process for both you and your breeder, and if anything goes wrong during or after the process, our Care Team is here to help resolve any issues.