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Wendy B.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
We had a wonderful experience with breeder Joe McCall. He was incredibly kind, informative, and always responsive to messages, which made the entire process feel easy and reassuring. Our miniature...
Raised by Joe M.
Peggy S.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Melissa was absolutely wonderful to work with. From the very first message, she patiently answered all of my questions and made the entire process smooth and reassuring. She truly went the extra...
Raised by Melissa T.
Trina S.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
I had a great experience purchasing my new puppy. Kevin was professional, kept me updated throughout the process, and made everything smooth and stress-free. They also provided helpful information on...
Raised by KEVIN T.
Leah + Tyrell
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
+7Lilia was such a sweet person to go through! She was knowledgeable about the breed and promptly answered any questions we had! Lilia kept us updated with pictures and videos , and was very...
Raised by Lilia A.
Sophia O.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Deirdre was amazing - she answered absolutely all of my questions in a timely manner and was so accommodating when we were coordinating pick up. Our pup had clearly been socialized and desensitized to...
Raised by Deirdre C.
Emily K.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Stephanie was suggested from a close friend of ours and she was so great to work with and truely loves her dogs! Thankful to have found her for our first golden puppy.
Raised by Stephanie H.
Michelle P.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Janel was an amazing breeder to work with. I was so nervous at first reaching as it’s so hard nowadays to trust anyone on the internet. My husband researched the Good Dog App found it to be...
Raised by Janel G.
Ken T.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Renee was so kind and accommodating when we were late to our appointment. Extremely good service and help with including a ton of essentials when we first got him. We’ve had Loki for a few weeks now...
Raised by Renee H.
Stephanie W.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
If you are looking for a Schnoodle Wilma’s Paw-Paw Patch is the way to go. Wilma was so wonderful to work with. We had such a nice visit when they arrived with our Molly. Can’t wait to get our next...
Raised by Wilma F.
Aliana R.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Valerie was super informative and gave me weekly updates before I received the pup! She responds in a timely manner and is transparent about how things work. I had him delivered to me through Pet...
Raised by Valerie B.
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Brad R.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Candace was great to deal with, very responsive. Best breeder I have ever dealt with, bar none. I highly recommend.
CPRaised by Candice P.
of Rust Creek
JCJean C.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Stephanie made it easy to get my puppy and was great and thoughtful when I had too pick up my puppy later then I thought I would be. When I got there she had everything ready for me and explained...
Raised by Stephanie H.
Christine L.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Cristina was just amazing. From.the start from.making sure her puppies were going to a good home. She asked all types of questions, which let me know kind of home she came from. Giving us up dates...
Raised by Cristina C.
JPJames P.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
+4Excellent experience in every aspect! We love our little Goldendoodle pup Chloe! She is perfect! She is such a wonderful new addition and the best puppy! Our kids love playing with her and she loves...
JARaised by Jonathan A.
Talya B.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Nikki was amazing. She was so responsive, knowledgeable, and compassionate about the puppies. She thought of things I would never think to think about. We are 100% pleased with our baby. We got from...
Raised by Nikki S.
KMKristi M.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Camber has been amazing through the whole process. From the start when I was just looking, to sending weekly updates once puppies were born, to her accommodation for pick up, it was all quite easy. ...
Raised by Camber M.
Traci W.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
I absolutely loved my interactions with Holly and the process of bringing Midge into our family was seamless and fast! Holly was very responsive, keeping communication open while being extremely...
Raised by Holly C.
Myra A.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Karen was just wonderful and answered all of our questions. Lily is a very healthy little girl. We would strongly recommend her for your puppy....
KSRaised by Karen S.
of TKO Doxies
sabrina k.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Lydia was amazing to work with! She answered all the questions I had & sent updates on my puppy. I would definitely recommend them always. I’m so grateful to have my forever baby!
Raised by Lydia U.
Christina H.
Verified owner · Dec. 2025
Jennifer is an absolutely amazing breeder and person. She was so kind and gentle with Maverick and with our son when we met her! Our new puppy is the perfect pup and was meant to be our boy! Jennifer...
Raised by Jennifer W.
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