The breeder, Clint Little, of Happy Bend Kennels doesn't allow you to see the parents or visit his…read morekennel. The breeder always has puppies available that he sells for $2000 + as designer mixes. These are the top red flags of a bad breeder, but let me continue with my personal story: My husband & I were looking for a puppy to fit both of our needs, mine being that it had to be hypoallergenic (already limited there) & that we wanted the puppy to become a service dog (only certain breeds there too). So no going to the shelter to adopt a puppy. My husband is a disabled veteran (who is unable to work) & would greatly benefit from a service dog. We researched a lot of breeds, particularly the Native American Indian Dog. We chose Happy Bend Kennels as he is only an hour away from us. He said he'd give a discount on the account of the puppy being much older, the last one left from her litter, & for my husband being military. This never happened. We notarized a contract saying we would pay $1500, but on the breeder's way to see us he comes up with us having to pay $150 in taxes, & we desperately wanted her, so we ended up paying $1650 for a puppy that was already 15 weeks of age instead of a the normal 8-10 weeks (no discount there either). Unfortunately, 12 days after purchasing the puppy, we received devastating news that my husband was going to go under intense treatment at the VA that might require an eventual surgery & over night stays at the hospital. Knowing he would not be home enough or physically able to give our fur-baby the attention that she needs, & I work 8-10 hours a day, frequently go out of town overnight, so the heartbreaking decision was made to call the breeder. The breeder took full advantage of our unexpected crisis with my husband's health problems, took our $1650 puppy, all her belongings that we had bought her, including a $100 bed, lots of toys, treats, & vitamins & gave us a lowly $200 that doesn't even cover part of her belongings. He promised to return as much of the money as he could, of course, that never happened. Even his full grown 4-5 year old adult dogs that can't produce puppies for him anymore, he sells for $300 +. We are not only heartbroken over our loss of our puppy as we wanted for her to be a part of our family & a lifetime companion, but now we are having to endure the my husband's demanding treatments at the VA. We've had to deal with the fact we just unwilling donated $2000 for someone else to have a puppy & all her stuff (as Clint posted on YouTube that she will be re-homed to Colorado). I didn't realize my husband & I were running a charity, paying for expensive puppies for other people to have. Clint, taking money from a disabled Army veteran & his family while they are going through a difficult time is disguising and dishonorable. Thank you for adding to that difficult time & making it so much worse, Clint. He sells these dogs is just like any breeder, only in it for the money, has absolutely no conscious as he's willing to rip money off a disabled veteran who can not work because of his injuries fighting for our country by deploying to war twice. Being that he has 2-3 litters of puppies at a time, averaging 7-9 puppies each, & selling them for $2000 + (depending on where he is delivering them to), he certainly has the money to reimburse us especially after we only had the puppy for 12 days. He refused to return our phone calls and has ignored my email, pleading for him to reimburse us our rightfully owed money since we no longer have the puppy. When I was finally able to get on the phone with him, I was in tears at the loss of our puppy and (yes even the money). He had no empathy what-so-ever & said he would never sell in Arkansas again after this experience, ironic since that is where his kennel is. He had the nerve to tell me, in between my tears that, I don't need the money as I have a nicer car than him (a 5 year used car with 60k miles that cost $25k.) By the way, he drives a 'puppy express' Delivery Vehicle that is a huge 4x4 Truck with a 14ft trailer to deliver his furry money makers since he doesn't want anyone seeing his kennel. Selling his mixed bred puppies at $2k+ each, the man is not hurting on money. Please beware to all those who are considering purchasing a puppy from this greedy man. He may breed beautiful dogs, but he has an ugly greedy soul.

very nice breeder we recently got our German Indian dog (bandit) from Happybendkennels he is the…read moremost amazing puppy ever he is super smart ,playful, and loving . I 10/10 recommend you to buy a dog from this breeder

Raintree/Mr.George is definitely a top notch breeder! This is going to be my second time getting…read moreone of his precious babies and I couldn't be happier. Mr.George communicates very clearly about everything. The kennels are absolutely beautiful and very well maintained. Would definitely recommend using this breeder.

A most wonderful place.. George is an excellent breeder.. caring for his pups w kindness n love…read more Kennels are clean pups healthy! We just picked up a pup.. n he's precious! So hard to choose .. check it out.. great prices.. well taken care of pups.. great kennels!

During the heat of the pandemic I heard a lot about the how "everyone" was getting a dog, the…read moreemptying of shelters, etc, and how people would be able to see the puppies on Facetime or on video and I thought . . . "How on earth can you 'know' what a puppy is like, choosing him or her and welcoming them into your family/home without interacting with the puppy personally?" With Bernedoodle Bliss it wasn't just one video, it was several weekly videos that showed loads of interaction between the litter's brothers and sisters - - the best kind of interaction vs a first or second time visit from a "stranger" to a litter where the puppies are always going to be happy to see someone new. Their videos also showed the puppies progression and growth - - it was huge for us and was instrumental in helping us make our decision!! If you are searching for an ethical Bernedoodle breeder, you can trust Bernedoodle Bliss. We did our homework, searched everywhere and found LaDonna Thomas is truly passionate, has an open line of communication, is innately interested in ensuring the health & wellness of each puppy she raises and you'd be hard pressed to find a better breeder. As a longtime dog-owner, I've had lots of experience with different breeds and breeders, having owned 2 Tri-color Collies, a Wiredhair Terrier, a Bearded Collie, a Schnauzer and a Labrador Retriever. I've never come across a breeder so willing to help both before and after we brought our puppy home. One last item - - our 8-week old puppy is smart, docile, loves to snuggle, is eager to learn, and is the most beautiful dog I've owned! That calm temperament is due in large part to LaDonna, she does a great job with the puppies and let's face it, getting a puppy is a big investment in your time and money and finding the right Bernedoodle breeder can be a daunting task. Do your homework, search the internet, interview breeders - - but you will find getting involved with LaDonna & Bernedoodle Bliss is absolutely worth it!

Bernedoodle Bliss is amazing! I got my puppy, Benji, who is healthy, ethically bred and overall has…read morebecome the best companion I could've asked for. LaDonna does a wonderful job at staying in touch. Emails, videos, photos and anything else are available at any time. She truly cares about the puppies, not only when in her care for the first 8 weeks but once they are in their forever home. I waited so long to finally get my Bernedoodle due to my military career but now that I could have the ability to bring one home, I am so thrilled that I chose Bernedoodle Bliss.

Woody will be turning 6 this year and i realized i never left a review for hearthside. We had such…read morea great experience getting our little guy. (He flew from MO to CA) He has had no health issues at all and is a very happy active little dude. When we first got him we only had one kid and since then we had another (now 2yo) and Woody has been great with both our kids! I always recommend heathside when asked where we got Woody from. He is part of our family and we love him so much. Thank you hearthside!!

From the owner: Since 2004 - Hearthside Meadow has been raising very social, happy and healthy puppies for families…read moreacross the USA. We specialize in Maltioos, Morkies and a few Poodles. We do ENS - Early Neurological Stimulation Exercises on our puppies - that can only be done in a small window of time - day 3 to day 16. This creates a puppy that is more easily adaptable to changes, makes them smarter - stronger hearts and better overall circulation. Please check our website to see what we have available at this time. :o)

Absolutely magical--Summits Valley Shires is a hidden gem!…read more If you've never visited Summits Valley Shires & Sport Horses, do yourself a favor and go. It's not just a place--it's an experience. The farm is breathtaking, the horses are magnificent, and Judy Tews is, hands down, one of the kindest and most genuine people I've ever met. I recently got to see two of her new Shire foal, and it was one of those moments you never forget. Watching those big, beautiful babies trot around like they already know they are royalty? Incredible. Judy pours her heart and soul into these animals. Her love for the breed, her knowledge, and the way she opens her farm to visitors is truly special. Whether you're a horse lover, a family looking for something inspiring and wholesome to do, or someone who just appreciates seeing beauty up close--you will fall in love with this place. I can't recommend it enough. Go visit. Go meet Judy. And go meet some of the most stunning horses you'll ever lay eyes on. #SupportLocal #ShireHorseMagic #SummitsValleyShires

Great place to take the family! We have gone on carriage rides and have had many riding lessons…read more The owner is very nice and knowledgeable. The horses are beautiful and great around people! My kids have a blast riding and seeing all the animals.

Jarred Smith was wonderful on the phone, as I recall from 2013. He delivered a perfectly healthy…read morebeagle puppy to me, which I picked up at the airport. That was 12 years ago. Jarred told me he lives on an 18-acre farm in Missouri, and the dogs roam all over, and that his grandchildren play with the puppies. The only health issues I had were teeth that the vet had to remove, and now with old age, he's on medication for thyroid and too much protean in his blood. Most days, he still behaves like a puppy, although he can't keep up with the younger dogs at the dog park any longer! I find it hard to believe that the Smith farm is being called a "puppy mill," and I'm wary of slander. (Just look what was done to poor Mr. Trump! He got shot just because of the constant slander and political attacks, which unbelievably included false criminal charges. I met Donald Trump when I was 8 years old, and I KNOW he's a nice man, and that the Trumps have always been good friends of the Jewish people. His father Fred Trump built Seabreeze Jewish Center gratis, and my grandparents' rabbi couldn't stop blessing the man!) I think that's what's happening here--the Far Left just can't be trusted! They slam decent G-d Fearing Americans for our values, and it's insulting.

This is a puppy farm. they sell hundreds of dogs a year. They're not a responsible breeder. Don't…read morethink you're buying a puppy from a loving home. Think of it as a cow or a goat. A farm animal. I received my puppy and it was sick. It was under weight and came close to being hospitalized. As much as I love my dog I feel bad for contributing to people who are in it for the money and not the love or welfare of the dogs they farm. We should all think twice before purchasing a puppy on line. I learned a valuable lesson. Buy from a breeder where you can visit and know that he and his parents are cared for and loved.

If I could give more than five stars, I would -- because our experience has been amazing from start…read moreto finish. From the very beginning, the customer service was exceptional -- kind, patient, and truly caring. They treated us like family and made sure Bear, our white lab, had everything he needed from day one. Bear has been part of our lives for many wonderful years now, and he's brought so much love and happiness into our home. He's loyal, gentle, and still has that same sparkle in his eyes that he did as a puppy. We've made countless beautiful memories together. Now that he's older, we're extra grateful for every single day with him. The care and attention we received early on have made all the difference in his long, healthy, happy life. We couldn't ask for a better companion -- or better service. Bear is truly family, and we'll always be thankful for everyone who helped make him part of our story.

I'd STRONGLY AVOID Snowy Pines. I rarely post negative reviews, but I'd like to warn others because…read moreour Lily was just diagnosed with severe hip dysplasia (mostly genetic) at age 2, after many other problems. Lily was a bday gift. My husband doesn't have much experience with breeders because we usually go to the shelter. He purchased the highest level of training (~$10k over the $7.5k price). She arrived sickly (giardia that worsened because they sent her with metronidazole "to calm") and had minimal training (sit/down/mostly potty trained -- that's it for $10k). Had I been involved, I would've studied their dams and sires; none are titled and all have subpar bloodlines. Also, there is minimal transparency about their health. Lily has the other issues you would see in a limited gene pool, including allergies and G/I problems, but hip dysplasia is heartbreaking. It has been extremely sad to watch her have so many health problems. The way Snowy Pines responded (didn't respond) has been AWFUL. My poor husband has had to work through his own regret for supporting this breeder. TL;DR: Find a more reputable breeder! Start with one that has earned AKC breeder of merit