We are so grateful and blessed we were able to acquire our newest addition to our family. Kendra…read moreand family were so nice and very informative on how to care for our new puppy. We've been looking for this specific type of yorkie and we were able to find him with Heart Yorkie and again we are so grateful. Thank you Kendra and family for producing such good looking Yorkies.

Good breeder - provided comprehensive instructions, threw in extras, accommodated my schedule,…read morefriendly, and professional.

From the very beginning, this breeder completely misled us about what we were getting, promising a…read morehealthy, well-socialized, easygoing Australian Labradoodle puppy, but instead we received a dog who not only came with chronic health issues including ear infections, digestive problems, skin irritations, and a coat that requires constant expensive grooming, but also developed severe behavioral problems such as extreme separation anxiety, relentless hyperactivity, destructive chewing, leash reactivity, and difficulty with house training, and to make matters even worse, at just one year old she was diagnosed with hip dysplasia -- something that clearly should have been screened for or disclosed, yet the breeder provided absolutely no support, guidance, or meaningful follow-up, leaving us completely on our own to navigate vet bills that have been astronomical, specialized diets, constant grooming, and hours upon hours of training, stress, and worry, while also feeling deceived by the glossy photos, marketing language, and promises that made it seem like we were bringing home a healthy, happy companion when in reality we got a high-maintenance, fragile, and unpredictable dog that turned what should have been a joyful, exciting experience into a nonstop nightmare of frustration, financial strain, emotional exhaustion, and regret, and honestly, anyone considering buying from this breeder should think extremely carefully, because the reality is nothing like the picture they paint online, and unless you want to commit to a year (and likely more) of daily struggles, expensive vet care, and emotional stress, you should stay far, far away from this breeder and look for someone who actually prioritizes the health and well-being of their dogs rather than just "making a sale."

Catherine breeds the cutest labradoodles around. We adopted our female puppy and brought her home…read moreat 8 weeks old. She did mention that she moved out to Patterson instead of breeding in Sunnyvale. However, she was very flexible and accommodating so we FaceTime to see the puppies a week before I came to pick up Georgi. I was impressed with how clean the house was especially for housing many dogs. I was mention that the puppies come home crate trained. For the most part they are because they're so accustomed to sleeping in the crate and we didn't have any problems with her crying and such. She's potty pad trained but did have a little accidents here and there. I mean they're still babies, totally expected and understandable. Georgi is one of the best things. She's extremely cuddly and friendly. She loves everything that moves. She was a bit wild for the first few months but that's with any kids, that have energy. One of the best thing is that she's neither submissive or dominant. I've had my friends dogs try to dominate her and all she does is walk away and then she will return and attempt to play while sharing her toys. She loves loves to swim! Isn't afraid of loud noises because we took her out on July 4th to see fireworks. I'm obsessed with her and her little quirks. I'll attach ph Catherine, thank you for breeding incredibly friendly, easy to train, shed-free and loving dogs. Seriously one of the highest quality both cuteness and temperament. This is coming from a dog owner my entire life and being surround by dogs. I've had a husky/Akita mix previously and Australian Labradoodle is one of a kind. Georgi is now 8 months with bundle of love

I have wanted to get a ragdoll for years, but when I tried, I ran into scammers and long waitlists…read more I got an email from a breeder I had tried to get a cat from unsuccessfully who recommended Rags & Fluff and informed me that there were kittens available. I reached out to Jenna and was able to adopt my Gigi with no trouble at all. Jenna is an experienced breeder who makes the adoption process a breeze. All the advice she has given me was spot on! Gigi is in great health and full of energy, besides being beautiful and well groomed. Jenna fed her raw food she made for her and sent me the details to do the same. It's obvious Gigi was taken care of my someone who knew what they were doing! I'm thrilled to have my new baby and can't wait to watch her grow and thrive!

Obsessed with Jenna's work! You can tell these babies days are filled with so much love before they…read morecome to you! I'm so obsessed I am already getting a second cat and I just picked up Sally in December LOL. Sally has converted so many of our friends to cat lovers! One look at her and you truly fall in love!!! She is truly everything I dreamed of in a cat from her perfect little features to her temperament. Sally is silly, sweet and super funny! She is sooooooooo beautiful with her icy blue eyes and super soft coat! You can tell prior to us picking her up she was exposed to as many indoor elements as possible. She is so fearless & confident! She does not run from company or even vacuums! Sally was truly the best addition to our family! Thank you Jenna for loving my baby so much before selecting us to be her forever home! Your work truly helped heal a part of my heart. Forever grateful for you!

I emailed this business to find out about a certain dog. I never received a response back. I'm…read moresorry it didn't work out. I'm sure they stay busy but it was disappointing to not be able to have any questions answered. In the end we decided to look elsewhere. Also of interest- I think the dog I wanted to meet was still over seas and maybe that's why they didn't respond? So just be aware if you see a dog on their web site it may not yet be imported. So maybe one star isn't fair? Either way a quick email or note would have been appreciated. That said I'm grateful anyone takes the time the rescue a dog. We've have had a successful overseas adoption in the past & was considering it again (the group we used before doesn't seem to be rescuing currently).

Took a chance on adopting Raili from Taiwan. We had submitted a request for her on pet finder. Mary…read moreand the association reached out to us. Let us know of some medical work she had & provided plenty of video, photos and a live whatsapp meeting to show us raili and guarantee her health and disposition. We were smitten, said yes, and picked her up a month later at SFO. These dogs are not easy, but a year later it has been the best decision we've ever made. Raili has gone from shy and reserved to a goofy confident dog. the formosan breed is very fight or flight so it is important to give them time to adjust, but also make them face challenges and overcome their fear. Adopt a doggie gave us referals to Brent Cooper (cooperhaus training). and we worked with him for a short while to help with training and confidence building. These dogs are work, but if you have the time it will absolutely work out.

Had a heartfelt meeting with a Yorkie near my house and felt compelled to find a friend for my pup…read moreafter that encounter. Did my research and did it well! Was debating between a "farm" in the Sacramento region and Jam's, but saw red flags of likely a puppy mill at the other. Also, Jam took the time to talk to me because she wants to ensure that the pups are indeed going to great homes. Asked her if she had any pups available and she pointed me to the pup who is now my baby. His name is Bear (originally Wednesday), and I saw he was perfect. He is adorable and sweet and spunky. Drove down from Sacramento & got him in July 2023 and he will be 2 in February 2025. A lady stopped us on our walk the other day to say how much she was admiring him. Bear is the smallest of the bunch, but he is the head of the household. Thank you Jam!

I had been looking for quite a few years waiting to find the right breeder looking all over the…read morecountry.A breeder that knows what they are doing! Low and behold after two years of looking I found Jam. She is local to the Bay Area. She breeds traditional pups that are bred correctly. I was so excited to find out she had a little traditional female and it was love at first site. Correct bite, erect ears, a beautiful coat and great confirmation. I would highly recommend Jam and her breeding program if you're looking for a yorkie puppy.

Best vet we've been to by a mile (and we've had dogs for decades, with lots of vets.)…read more Everyone is super friendly and nice. It's fairly easy to get an appointment. And best of all, they don't force you to do a million unnecessary and expensive things. They understand what our dog needs, what's realistic given his age, and what will give him the best outcome. Previous vets ignored what we told them, and instead demanded a million exams and tests that aways cost a ton. Good Samaritan listens to you, and if they can help your pet without charging you an arm and a leg, they do so without hesitation. A+ all the way around.

Our previous experience with Good Samaritan were when we had our previous two labmuttmixes, Kona…read moreand Chuka. Dr. Doe, Dr. Ekloff and a couple of other vets whose names I no longer remember, took care of our "kids". After they both passed, we decided not to have any more dogs as we were heading toward retirement and more travel. Then in late 2023, Mochi, a 3-year-old purebred Shiba Inu needed a temporary home. We knew her and her humans and brought her home to stay with us for a couple of weeks. When we realized that she was going to need a new forever home, we had to decide whether to give her up to another family or keep her for ourselves. Sentimentality once again beat out common sense. So, we changed her name, re-registered her existing chip, bought pet insurance and looked into a new vet. In order to do our due diligence, we checked yelp ratings and then called around. Many offices, including Good Samaritan, were crushed by volume during the COVID-19 epidemic and were not accepting new patients. A computer check showed that we were still listed in their computers even though at least 15 years had passed. Because of the past patient relationship, Mochi was accepted as a patient. We managed to make a wellness check appointment with Dr. Doe, the owner, to establish baselines. The following month, we received a letter from Dr. Doe stating that he was retiring. Since then, we've been to the office a few times, for vaccine's, a nail trim and once when she had something sticking out of her b*tt. The staff and especially one vet tech were kind and helpful to us and our fur baby. On the last visit, we met another Vet who I had a great conversation with regarding food, diet and weight control. I'm sorry that I forgot her name, but she really spoke with enthusiasm and authority without trying to sell anything offered at the office. I knew that if she were the attending vet, we would be in good shape. We take very good care of our Princess. At the vet's suggestion, we took her off of Science Diet but Lamb and Rice as her main diet and switched to "fresh foods" from Ollie. She still gets a few bits of kibble sprinkled with her food and it's also used as a training tool. This past Monday, while on her evening walk, I noticed that her ear looked a little off. When we got home, I saw that most of the fur behind her right ear was gone as well 1/2 the fur from her left ear. There wasn't much we could do. We did have some hot spot spray and used it, but it didn't seem to make much difference. On Tuesday morning, we call Good Samaritan to schedule an appointment to have Mochi checked. We were told that they were booked up and the earliest available appointment was on July 31. Not 24 hours later, but 24 DAYS later. We were also told that we could be added to the waitlist should any appointments be cancelled and if we were really concerned, to take Mochi to an Emergency Veterinarian Hospital or try another vet. It leads to me wonder if day to day health is taking a backseat to scheduled wellness visits and vaccinations. One thing for sure, I see no reason to return to Good Samaritan.

We have adopted 7 golden retriever puppies over the last many years. Our most recent adoption from…read moreTammy Warwick at Dream Golden Retrievers was our best experience to date. Tammy is professional about her business, as well as knowledgeable, caring and compassionate. She is meticulous in every detail of the process, as well as how she cares for the pups prior to adoption. She is thorough about pup socialization and training, and makes sure that the new family is well informed and supported. We are delighted with our new family member and we are grateful to Tammy for bringing him into the world in the best way possible. Thank you Tammy, for all that you did for us. We have a beautiful, smart and affectionate dog! Sally B.

I cannot recommend enough Tammy at Dream Golden Retrievers. Our family of four, including two…read moreyoung children, really wanted to welcome a wonderful little Golden Retriever as the fifth member of our family. I undertook a significant amount of research on Golden breeders in the extended area, focusing specifically on hobby breeders that had wonderful sir and dam lines that were well documented and highly reviewed. Tammy and Dream Golden Retrievers fit the bill. From the first series of communications, Tammy was awesome. It is so clear that she loves Goldens, and she provided us with a WEALTH of information. Everything from how to prepare our home and children, to the best vet to select, to the best trainers in our area. I can't imagine doing this on our own after having Tammy's support. Visiting the litter it was clear she had such an amazing Mom (Willow) and Dad (Doc) - https://k9data.com/pedigree.asp?ID=1081443. Tammy was very thoughtful in selecting our puppy with our input, and our sweet girl Scout has been wonderful. She is a blast at home, very smart and picks up to training quickly, and even our trainer has told us that she "fell in love" with Scout! We provide a VERY strong recommendation for Tammy and Dream Golden Retrievers!!!!! Some pictures of our beautiful Scout :).

I came across Bay Area Bulldogs in early April via instagram. I picked up my boy Maverick (know as…read moreDino at the time) on April 14th. Almost four months later and Maverick has been a nothing but joy to have around and I couldn't have asked for a higher quality pet than what I received. Pricey investment, but with out a doubt high quality and worth every every dime. I would purchase again. Coming from someone who's pretty much a first time pet owner, Jazmin was very accommodating and spent a lot of time texting back and forth making sure Maverick went to a good home by sharing tons of tips making my the entire process easy. She also checked in with me to see how Maverick was doing and was very responsive after the pickup. I would buy from them again and would 100% recommend. 5 stars!

TOP NOTCH BREEDER! There are no words to describe the meticulous care and instructions this breeder…read moreprovided for our precious boy! We are so lucky and thankful for all that you did for our first Frenchie puppy experience! #frenchbulldogbbreeder #bluefawnpied #frenchie #highlyrecommend

After extensive research, I can confidently say choosing to work with Irina was one of the best…read moredecisions we've ever made. From the very beginning, she was an absolute joy to work with! Kind, reassuring, and incredibly knowledgeable. As first time kitten owners, we had countless questions, and she was always so patient, responsive, and genuinely supportive every step of the way. What truly sets Irina apart is how much she cares beyond just the pickup day. She was there for us before, during, and even after bringing our kitten home, which meant more to us than anything having never dealt with a kitten before. You can tell she puts so much love, time, and intention into raising her kittens. Our kitten is everything we could have hoped for. She is affectionate, playful, cuddly, well socialized, and adored by everyone who meets her. She adjusted to us and even our puppy seamlessly and has been an absolute dream with zero issues. We feel unbelievably lucky to have her in our lives. I cannot recommend Irina highly enough. If you are considering working with her, don't hesitate. You'll be glad you did!

We had the most incredible experience with Irina and cannot recommend her cattery enough. From…read morestart to finish, the entire process was seamless, professional, and so easy--communication was clear, thoughtful, and reassuring every step of the way. We selected our baby girl about a month ago, and she has been an absolute dream. She came fully potty trained and is the sweetest, most cuddly, playful, and friendly kitten. Truly, she is the best cat I've ever had. She's admired by everyone who meets her--family and friends are obsessed! My brother even calls her the "beauty queen" and says she's the prettiest cat he's ever seen. What impressed us most is her temperament. She's wonderful with other pets--my mom brings her dog over and our kitten is gentle and unbothered, and she's even fascinated (in the cutest way) by our bearded dragon. That speaks volumes about the care and socialization Irina provides. Irina is a trusted breeder who clearly puts so much love, intention, and expertise into raising top-notch kitties. We feel incredibly lucky to have found her and will absolutely be back in the future. Highly, highly recommend!

I would like to give a HUGE shoutout to Top Dogz for giving me the opportunity to bring home a…read morebeautiful golden doodle named Emery. The process was very smooth from start to finish. Both my brother and I are extremely grateful (he also purchased a doodle). I highly recommend working with Top Dogz. Very professional and polite. Made the experience very pleasing. I am forever thankful. Thank you Top Dogz!

I bought a Goldendoodle from Joseph and at one year old she can barely walk from severe hip…read moreDysplasia! He was not the breeder, he brokered the agreement. He says I have no recourse. others should know the breeder has dogs with this genetic defect! They should not breed puppies from this breeder