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Susan C.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Karen was friendly, helpful and fothcoming. My puppy, Amy, has been renamed due to a family conflict and is now Dahli. I am delighted with her and with Karen. I would recommend her without hesitation...
Raised by Karen S.
of Shawgo Pups
Mike K.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Stephanie was very accommodating and reassuring.
Raised by Stephanie B.
of 3 Bs Havanese-PUPPIES with PURPOSE
Donna C.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Emily has been the best support to us as Chloe transition to her new home. We really appreciate her availability when we have questions Emily mentioned that Chloe was pretty calm much the time. And...
Raised by Emily V.
of Winchester Hills Poodles and Doodles
Michelle D.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Steve & Freida were beyond wonderful & so knowledgeable! We couldn’t be happier with our girl. The entire experience from beginning to end was effortless. The pups are raised in a beautiful loving...
Raised by Steven and Frieda F.
of GoldStar Corgis (License Number 18519)
Denise L.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Charley (formerly known as Prescott) is a little pistol!! He is SO smart, it keeps us busy staying ahead of him. Learns fast, tries everything. Needs constant supervision. Sweet as can be!! We love...
Raised by Debbie G.
of Poodle Me Crazy
Megan M.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Shannon was extremely responsive and easy to work with. You can tell she really cares about every single puppy and is excited for everyone to experience the love of a golden retriever. Getting ...
Raised by Shannon M.
of Living on Faiths Golden Retrievers
camilla v.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Kimberly was great. Very responsive, honest, professional and easy to communicate to on all issues. I love our new male maltipoo, Luca, black & white. I am a RN, manage a small top breeding/training...
Raised by Kimberly H.
of Carolina Canines
Renee A.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Libby Lulu is doing great, potty training isn’t going so well so far, but we are hopeful. She has a good appetite, loves to play and her sleeping habits are improving. She tries to play with her older...
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Raised by Allen B.
of Branton Family Dachshunds
Cindy A.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Sage was so great! You could tell that she cares deeply about her dogs in order to put them in the perfect home: she asked about our knowledge of the breed, what our household dynamic was like, and...
Raised by Sage B.
of Glacier Peak Cardigan Corgis
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Gene D.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
My whole experience with Candy was beyond my expectations. Not only did she keep informed as the process went by, but she gave me hints about what I needed to do to make Teddy's move into our home...
Raised by Candy C.
of Camic Cockapoos
Vickie b.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
I feel fortunate to have found Rebecca on Good dog!! Her communication was excellent and she was flexible and gracious in allowing puppy visitations. She helped me discover the perfect match for me...
Raised by Rebecca B.
of Capital Doodles
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Elisa B.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Our experience couldn’t have been better. Sandra is very knowledgeable and kind. Our puppy is perfect. He is healthy, curious and a little lover.
Raised by Sandra G.
of Little Yorkie Babies
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Colleen L.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Three years ago, we were lucky enough to receive one of Cheri’s Bostons. Our girl Daisy is sweet, full of energy, athletic and very, very healthy. This past week, we were fortunate again, to bring...
Raised by Cheri
of I Love Pups
Tina H.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Cassandra gave me updates on Onyx. She was so nice and her place is very clean. I did not know how to use the app good dog and she helped me out and explained it to me. I'm so glad I got Onyx through...
Raised by Cassandra S.
of Surgenor Shepherds!
Jack H.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
I have had nothing but good tings to say about Lori, they were the best to work with and to add to it, they did a wonderful job working with pup at the early stages. When I showed up, the pup was so...
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Raised by Lori K.
of Schone Rasse Rottweilers
Sophia L.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Our experience with Andrew was so special from the very beginning! My husband and I recently got married, moved out, and took our family dog with us, so my little sister Angie had been feeling a...
Raised by Andrew K.
of AOK SCHNAUZERS - Central Florida Miniature Schnauzers
Cara G.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
William responded to me right away when I inquired about my Frankie (formerly Dusty). He went above and beyond by video chatting with me that same day so I could meet him, and I completely fell in...
Raised by William M.
of William's Dachshunds
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Emily S.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Ace, now known as Whiskey, is doing phenomenal! He is my 4th doodles and is by far the easiest. I absolutely think your early puppy protocol with ENS does make a difference. I do a lot of...
Raised by Sarah F.
of Angel Pups Deluxe
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Ha P.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
We couldn't be happier with our beautiful puppy from Burr Oak Hills Kennel. Carey sets her puppies up for success from day one and truly cares about them. Our puppy was remarkably calm for the...
Raised by Carey F.
of Burr Oak Hills Kennel
Jamie S.
Verified owner · Oct. 2026
Sheralyn made this process so seamless and you can tell how much she cares about her dogs and pups. I could not have asked for a better experience, and my pup is already getting compliments on how...
Raised by Sheralyn B.
of Rubys 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.