Frequently asked questions

Bernedoodle: Bernese Mountain Dog & Poodle hybrid- Smart, loyal, easy to train but can be stubborn at times, low-medium energy level, therapy and service dog potential, laid back yet playful. ​ Australian Mountain Doodle: Australian Shepherd, Bernese Mountain Dog, and Poodle hybrid- Smart, loyal, eager to please, easy to train, medium energy level, therapy and service dog potential, friendly, social and outgoing.

The Bernedoodle is typically a fun, loving, and happy-go-lucky breed. However, Bernese Mountain Dogs are known for being stubborn and this trait can be passed onto their Bernedoodle offspring. Adding the Australian Shepherd into the mix generally makes them a little more eager to please which in turn can help make the training process a little easier. We all know the beloved Bernese breed is known for having health issues and a short lifespan- we hope that by adding the Australian Shepherd it will greatly help longevity. We love the Bernedoodle breeds and they are perfect in their own ways (for the right people). And while the Australian Mountain Doodle can be a bit of a gamble when working with so many variants and characteristics, we have been thrilled with the outcome we’ve had so far (in terms of temperaments, coat types, colors, and more).

Our "facility" is our home. All of our puppies are raised here and cared for by our family. We aren't a pet store with business hours open to the public so, we currently only allow visits from those on our waiting list who are coming on scheduled visitation days or to pick up their new puppy. The majority of our dogs live in guardian homes therefore, they aren't always at our home to be seen. Our mom dogs may or may not not be available to be seen when coming to pick up your puppy at 8 weeks- mom dogs may have gone home by the time your puppy is to be picked up. Visits may be scheduled to see your chosen puppy after that specific litter has received their first set of vaccinations. ​ For the safety of our dogs and young puppies as well as our family, we do not allow tours of our home or whelping areas.

Our pricing varies by breed, availability, & breeding rights. Expect pricing to be around $3500-$3800.

All families want to know "what's next?" when choosing Doodles Elite. We like to keep things simple - apply, review our deposit agreement, and (when your family is ready) pay your deposit and reserve your spot!

10% of the price of the puppy

Once we receive a deposit towards a puppy, we make it a goal to get you a puppy you'll love and be happy with. If you pass on a puppy from the litter you placed a deposit on, we will move you to the next available litter in the order the deposits were received.

​ The health of our sires and dams is pivotal to our breeding program. All of our parent dogs are health tested or in the process of completing their health testing.

We do have a Limited 1 Year Health Guarantee (you can view the entire health guarantee on the adoption and guarantee page)

Every puppy will be seen by a licensed veterinarian for their health and wellness check-up and first round of vaccines from 6-8 weeks of age and will be on a strict deworming schedule as well. We will provide vet paperwork and shot records.

We recommend visits at 6/9/12/16 weeks.

We send home a "Swag Bag" full of goodies! - bag of food (quart size) - bill of sale - health guarantee, deposit agreement - vet paperwork and shot record - pee pad - leash and collar - one toy for the road

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