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Carolen Z.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
We had such a great experience working with Emily from start to finish. She was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and easy to communicate with throughout the entire process. She answered all of...
Raised by Emily C.
of Stonewall Leonbergers
Helen G.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
Debra was awesome to work with - I have had my Brioch (Fajita) for almost a week and he is the smartest wee boy. Debra is a great breeder who cares about her puppies and often checks in to ensure all...
Raised by Debra P.
of Doodles are Amazing
Aleya S.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
Sarah has been great to work with, you can really tell how much she cares about her dogs. Our girl is so sweet and playful and has been so quick to adjust and fit right into our family
Raised by Sarah E.
of West Cobb Dogs
Dayana T.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
Jeff & Theresa were amazing to work with! You can tell that they genuinely care about their pups and treat them as if they were their own. It’s been such an amazing experience and we are so happy with...
Raised by Jeff & Theresa M.
of Legacy Farms Standard Poodles
Jennifer P.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
Chris is the best breeder to work with from start to finish. He has gone above and beyond to take care of his pups and you can tell they are very well loved and taken care of. His program offered...
Raised by Christopher T.
of T-Rose’s Bernedoodle & Pomsky Puppies
Angela P.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
Elyzza and team were amazing. Great experience getting our fur baby from Down Home Doodle! It’s hard out here to find out who you can trust. Don’t hesitate with this one! We drove to pick her up!
Raised by Elyzza S.
of Down Home Doodle
Liv R.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
We had such a wonderful experience with Ms. K! ❤️ It’s very clear how much she truly cares about her puppies and the time, love, and attention she puts into taking care of them. From the very...
Raised by Ms K Q.
of LUXEYPUPS
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Jodi M.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
We got our sweet cockapoo Gus from Capital Doodles three years ago. He has been a wonderful dog and a cherished addition to our family. He hasn't had any health issues, and has been easy to train (to...
Raised by Rebecca B.
of Capital Doodles
Bonnie T.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
★★★★★...
Raised by Kimberly D.
of Honey Creek Doxies
Brooke D.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
Andrew was an amazing breeder to work with. He was very responsive and helpful. Definitely will be keeping up with him and hope to work with him in the future!! I’d definitely recommend him for a...
Raised by Andrew K.
of AOK SCHNAUZERS - Central Florida Miniature Schnauzers
Josie Z.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
My partner and I are so happy we found Amanda through Good Dog! This is our first dog together and we had many questions as we never had any dogs before....
Raised by Amanda W.
of Whisenhunt Farms
Jessica B.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
Mindy was responsive, communicated in a timely manner, and was so great to work with throughout the entire process. She quickly answered any questions and worked through the logistics of the process...
Raised by Mindy H.
of Mindy's English Springer Spaniels
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Wendy O.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
We had a great experience with Megan and the delivery of our new puppy. Kept us informed and was easy to work with. We just love our new puppy - everything we expected and more. Highly recommend...
Raised by Megan S.
of Sandy Aussies, Mini Dachshunds & Pomeranians
Cynthia A.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
I research big decision options to the point of headaches and borderline insanity. But through research, luck and fate I found Jennie....
Raised by Jennie K.
of Grand Lake Poodles & Doodles
Amy N.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
Working with Adria from GWagz was wonderful from start to finish. She was patient with all of my questions, and helped us find the perfect puppy for our family. ...
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Raised by GWagz
of GWagz
Morgan R.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
Jennifer is truly the sweetest! From the very beginning, it was so easy to see how much she cares for her pups and how much love and time she puts into them. I was very nervous buying off an app...
Raised by Jennifer O.
of Triple L Dachshunds
sarah f.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
Jack and Rubyhas been absolutely amazing throughout this entire process. We brought diesel home when he was eight weeks old. He had already been trained to use his potty mat so the transition for him...
Raised by Sonia S.
of Jack & Ruby
Spencer H.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
We had a fantastic experience with Windy. Our puppy was delivered happy and healthy, and Windy has been very responsive to our questions before and after drop-off. I highly recommend Sassy Lil...
Raised by Windy P.
of Sassy Lil Aussies and Diamond W Poodles
Jennifer H.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
Maricela's puppies caught our eyes because they are so beautiful. The process was really easy, and we had a smooth transition. Our girl had a small problem which was promptly addressed by Maricela and...
Raised by Maricela M.
of SoCal Poodles
Debbi G.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
After losing our 15yo peekapoo in April, we slowly started exploring and learning about other mini breeds that might fit with our family and become a sibling for our 10yo 80-lb hound shepherd rescue. ...
Raised by Amy J.
of Ruby Lane Doodles

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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.