Edited to reply to the "business": The only reason Tripp won his suit against me, is because he…read moresued me person to person. The reason I lost my countersuit was because I sued Tripp back, when I should have sued Labpups.com LLC instead for the false advertisement that led to the purchase of a dog that gave me hell for the last year, before having to be rehomed due to detrimental behaviors with my other animals and young children. It was a technicality that Tripp played all too well with his court room experience. The judge stated for the record (which I can provide proof of), that I do indeed have a case against Labpups.com LLC for the issues I've stated, so do with that as you wish. Please heed my warning on not doing business with these people, as I should have done myself from the multitude of bad reviews dating back even before mine (some going as far as a decade ago). Thank you for reading. -------- I had a very troubling experience with LabPups.com LLC and Tripp Wood Jr. and I strongly urge anyone considering this company to proceed with extreme caution. I would not recommend this breeder based on my experience. I was sold a puppy at around "7" weeks old, while federal guidelines recommend 8 weeks minimum for separating a puppy from its litter, and in hindsight I believe the timing may have contributed to some of the issues I experienced. The dog was advertised as an "AKC non-hyper family" dog, but that description did not match reality at all. My dog was extremely high-energy, difficult to manage, and nowhere near the calm, family-friendly temperament that was promised. It felt very misleading compared to what I was told before bringing him home. Raising a puppy always requires effort, but this went far beyond normal expectations and made the transition much more challenging than it should have been. This being said, Tripp Jr. offered a board and train 3-week program. While my dog was in their care for the program, my dog returned with injuries that were not communicated to me at any point during the training process. This was extremely upsetting, and I will be attaching photo documentation so others can see exactly what I observed upon my dog's return. In addition to that, the training itself fell far short of what was represented. Based on my experience, the results did not meet reasonable expectations and did not align with the agreement that was discussed beforehand. Within a month he was back to prior behaviors, if not worse than before. I would also strongly recommend that any business dealings be handled directly through the LLC with clear written agreements and documented terms. Based on my experience, it's important to avoid informal arrangements or side agreements with individuals and to keep everything structured, documented, and transparent from the start. When going to court, it's easy to deflect blame to the LLC instead of the individual, as I unfortunately learned myself today. Because of these concerns, I encourage others to do thorough research before moving forward. You can search publicly available records here and just search "Tripp Wood" where you'll see results of litigation on both the father and son that run this business: https://portal-nc.tylertech.cloud/Portal/Home (spoiler alert, not the first time they've been to court!) I recommend asking detailed questions, getting everything in writing, and carefully evaluating whether this company is the right fit before trusting them with an addition to your family, or any level of obedience training.

DO NOT trust Tripp Wood…read more Tripp advertised and sold us a "Brindle" Chocolate Lab for $4,500 -- a $2,000 premium over his standard $2,500 price. The dog we received is a standard Chocolate Lab. He does not have a speck of brindle coloring. When I asked Tripp to refund the $2,000 premium we paid for a characteristic the dog simply does not have, his response was: "You don't set my prices. How about you man up and accept responsibility for your own decisions?" That response says a lot about how he handles a legitimate customer complaint. Tripp has suggested returning/replacing the dog or providing another puppy. Neither resolves the issue. We love our dog and are not returning him, and a replacement would involve substantial additional travel and medical expenses. We also already own three Labs and cannot simply add another dog. The solution was straightforward: refund the $2,000 premium charged for the advertised brindle coat that we did not receive. Tripp refused to do so and told me he did not have the money to refund it. I've attached photos so people can judge for themselves: one showing an example of an actual brindle coat and one showing the Chocolate Lab we received. We paid $4,500 based on how this puppy was represented. Had he been accurately represented as a standard Chocolate Lab, we would not have paid the $2,000 premium. Based on our experience, I would not trust Tripp Wood when purchasing a puppy. --- UPDATE: In his response, Tripp attempts to explain Milo's appearance by claiming that brindle markings can change in "intensity, coverage, and visibility" as a dog ages. That completely misses the issue. Milo was never brindle. Embark Veterinary reviewed photographs of Milo both as a puppy and as he appears today. Their team stated that Milo "appears not to be brindle (currently or in the very cute puppy picture)" and explained that what was visible in his puppy coat was "what breeders call fever coat," an anomaly at birth that disappears as the puppy's normal coat grows in. So whether a genuine brindle coat can change with age is beside the point. According to Embark's review, Milo wasn't a brindle puppy whose markings later disappeared. He had fever coat and was never brindle. Also troubling is Tripp's reference to a supposed "pre-sale FAQ" explaining these coat changes. That FAQ language was added to his website AFTER I contacted him about Milo and raised this issue. It was not a disclosure provided to us before the sale. I have documentation of this. We paid $4,500 -- a $2,000 premium over his normal $2,500 price -- specifically because Milo was represented and sold as a Brindle Chocolate Lab. Once it became clear that he was not brindle, we asked Tripp to refund only that $2,000 premium. He refused. Returning a dog who had become part of our family or accepting another puppy does not correct the original transaction. We paid a $2,000 premium for a brindle dog. Embark's assessment is that Milo was never brindle. ___ Update, Since Tripp keeps changing his response: Tripp is correct that we previously purchased three Labs from him. That history is precisely why this experience has been so disappointing. We trusted him based on those previous purchases. Rather than supporting his position, our history demonstrates that we were satisfied repeat customers who had no reason to manufacture a complaint. We raised this issue because this transaction was different: Milo was specifically represented and sold as brindle at a substantial premium, and Embark subsequently concluded that he IS NOT brindle even in his puppy photograph. Everyone can see he is NOT Brindle. Dishonest people will be dishonest. Tripp and Tripper are perfect examples of that. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.

Our family has purchased 4wonderful tempered pups from Misty at darling doggie's and plan on…read moregetting a 5th. Absolutely love her pups and highly recommend! They do a great job at the Darlin' doggies salon too!

I met Misty back in 2020 when we were looking to add a fur baby to our family. She was highly…read morerecommended by mutual friends. I reached out & she was very responsive! In a few days we had arranged for a guardian mini golden doodle. I have to say, this dog is truly the best dog we have ever owned! I was a little nervous about the breeding process but Misty eased my anxiety by answering all my questions & providing frequent updates during this time. After 2 beautiful litters, we decided to keep one of her babies. Misty is very professional & fair. I would definitely recommend her breeding services & check our her grooming salon!

Family raised and loved! Perfect pups! We absolutely love and adore our Bernedoodle.read more

Big thank you to Sarah of Magnolia Farms for walking me through the process and getting my fur baby…read moreto her forever home safely. Sarah is a long-time breeder and lover of schnauzers and poodles, and of course, schnoodles. Throughout the process, she made herself available to answer any questions or concerns that I had, and even FaceTimed me weekly so I could see my fur baby's growth before she came home to NYC. What I love most about Magnolia Farms is the way they love their pups and include them as part of their family. They truly care for each of their animals.

I adopted my wonderful puppy from Magnolia Farms and couldn't be happier! My little girl is very…read morehealthy and happy in Denver with me. They communicated with me constantly from the time she was born, to the arrangements to pick her up, to suggestions regarding food. They provided a complete health history from the veterinarian that was praised by my vet. It is wonderful to have Shiny in my life and many people have expressed a desire to have one just like her! They are not a puppy mill, but a responsible breeder who allows the pups a lot of freedom and play time. It was worth flying from Colorado to North Carolina to pick her up and bring her home

Great puppy! Healthy, Smart, Sweet, Loves People, Easy to Train! A Cavapoo is like a Little Person,…read morenot a little Dog! Great Breeder!

I recently bought my puppy 7/9/25. It was a great easy experience. Every thing they said was true…read more Very sweet puppy updated with all health information and shots. Tasha and Karen were great to work with.

I picked up my new baby from Kathy yesterday. Was expecting a rough night but she only cried a few…read moretimes. This morning she fit right in with my older poodles snd instantly became on of the pack. Kathys pups are so well adjusted. I would HIGHLY recommend Kathy's House of Poodles for your next family member.

From the owner: Welcome to Kathy's House of Poodles, where you can expect quality AKC poodles, with champion…read morebloodlines for pet or show. Our house produces and raises toys, miniatures and teacups, all with the tender loving care for your next family member. We offer home raised puppies with lots of love and kisses. House of Poodles breeds for beauty, temperament, intelligence, soundness of health, and a variety of colors. We have one more puppy available, call today with serious inquiries!

So I paid for my dog and saw the reviews here and freaked out a bit. It was totally unwarranted…read more Communication with Angel at Happy Tails was great. She was responsive and helpful. They gave me a delivery date for my toy teacup maltipoo and everything went great. He arrived exactly when they said he would. He arrived clean, happy, and healthy with all of his paperwork and food. I took him to the vet the next day and they said he was in great shape, healthy, and had a great personality. He looked exactly like the photos and his personality is perfect. It seems like they likely represent multiple breeders given the volume of dogs they have on the site but my experience was great.

1 Star - Unresolved Service and Lack of Communication…read more I purchased a puppy alongside a paid 5-week training program costing over $2,000. Upon delivery, the puppy demonstrated no basic training, crate conditioning, or housebreaking. When I reached out regarding these issues, the business became entirely non-responsive to my emails and messages. While the company posted a public response to my initial review stating I needed to follow up, they continue to ignore all direct private communications and have refused to offer support or address the unfulfilled service. Prospective buyers should exercise caution and retain all documentation.

My entire experience with Melody and Seeking Shalom Acres was more than I could have hoped for. I…read morehave never worked with a breeder who was so responsive, available to provide detailed answers to my many, many questions, and accommodating. I have also never worked with a breeder who seemed sincerely interested that her pups remain happy and healthy throughout their life. This is their business, but it is clearly also a labor of love--both for her pups as well as the families who adopt them. Melody was has a wealth of information to raise a dog holistically. Everything they do is professional and detailed oriented. They provide a wealth of professionally written and organized information. Seeking Shalom Acres raises her pups in the home with her husband and nine children. As a result, my puppy was already well socialized and confident, and nearly 100% potty trained. I have never experienced bringing a puppy home and after just two days was successfully going potty on her wee pads 90% of the time. It was the easiest transition/training period ever! Seeking Shalom Acres has an informative and fun Facebook and YouTube channel. Once I purchased our puppy, they provided a complete puppy manual, a puppy checklist....I have never been so prepared to bring a new puppy home. Melody also provides lifetime support which I have used extensively. Melody responds immediately and thoroughly through text or email.

The experience I had with Melody and her family was exceptional! They answered all of my questions…read moreand kept in complete communication every step of the process of choosing and delivering my sweet angel, Levi. They Took exceptional care of him, and since he was a little older when I got him they had obviously put so much time and effort into loving him and socializing him, and working on his training. He is completely healthy and is the most loving special dog I've ever had or met, and I am a veterinary technician, so I've met a lot of dogs! I love that they're holistic, and I love how much detail they put into educating each owner about nutrition and every aspect of puppy care. If you're looking for a reputable breeder and want a sweet healthy puppy, Melody will help you pick the right one for you! There really are no words to explain the wonderful experience I had with her, how much I appreciate how much time her daughter obviously Spends socializing and caring for each puppy. When I get him a friend in the near future, I will definitely be using Melody! Thank you guys SO much for matching me up with the most perfect wonderful baby I could have imagined! He will be loved and cared for every second of his entire life

Very knowledgeable about toy poodle. We were VERY impressed…read moreby the service and puppy we received. They are so professional!!!!

From the owner: We are the most affordable breeders in all of North Carolina, plus the quality of our dogs is the…read moreBEST!