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Best friends made here. Good Dog makes it simple for people to get dogs from good sources and for reputable breeders, shelters and rescues to put their dogs in good homes. And we provide all the support and guidance you need to feel confident every step of the way!
Good Dog has garnered a reputation for facilitating a seamless and trustworthy experience in connecting potential puppy owners with vetted breeders. Customers appreciate the user-friendly app, responsive customer service, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing breeders adhere to strict ethical standards. However, some breeders express frustration over the platform’s stringent policies and lack of transparency regarding fees and breed restrictions, which they find arbitrary and unfair. Overall, while many users celebrate their positive experiences, concerns about fairness and communication highlight areas for potential improvement in the company's approach.
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I now have 3 DBF terriers. All amazing. We just picked up Alice yesterday. I love the attention & care DBF Russell Terriers puts into all their dogs. Extremely conscientious of breeding for the best of the best. We are DBF lifetime fan club members!
I picked up our miniature Springerdoodle puppy 2 days ago. Heather, his breeder, was very friendly and answered all of my questions and encouraged me to contact her with any others that came up. She had also been very good at answering my pre-pickup questions. Our puppy is an absolute gem - - didn't make a sound on his 2 flights home, & has adapted to his new life very well. After 1st checkup yesterday, his vet said he was socially very healthy as well as physically. I would definitely recommend using GoodDog as the first point in searching for a new dog.
We were looking for a miniature schnauzer and our daughter found Lynns Charming Schnauzers 230 miles from our home. Used good dog for our down payment services and Lynn had our little boy all ready when we arrived. She is very knowledgeable about the breed and had his parents and other schnauzers ready to meet us. We have stayed in contact with her and feel we can ask her anything about our boy. She is a great person and so devoted to her pups.
Easy to see all the puppies it says something about them as well as the breeder
The process was foreign to me when I started but once I figured it all out it was wonderful. The breeder who we went with was awesome to communicate with! She sent me pictures and updates just to be kind. She answered all my questions and I had plenty of them! We love our little angle and are so glad we had a organization to be the buffer in the beginning so that we knew it was a legit processs.
I joined as a breeder. Was fine for awhile until they messaged me asking for proof of, inspections. Pictures. I sent everything they asked for but still never gave me a status about my account,
Purchased our Chihuahua in August and received him in September 2023. Received weekly professional updates and the breeder was the best from Charleston Maine. Wouldn't have found him with out this site. Love the secure and easy way to put down a payment, and then pay in full great process.
Recently Copper Top Aussies in Florida allowed us to adopt one of their beautiful Aussie pups. We found the breeder very accommodating to our schedule, and very helpful in all matters. All of her adult dogs, and the puppies were well cared for, friendly, and healthy looking. That was important to us.
When we need to adopt another Aussie, we will be certain to contact Maggie again.
I was looking for a puppy for my Grandsons. I bought one from Henry Miller. He corresponded whenever I had questions. Sent pictures. Nice to talk to. He brought the puppy to my house. Nice person. If I ever decide to buy a puppy again, I will diffently go back to him! Thanks again Henry!
I was communicating through this website with a Border Collie Breeder in Maine. Breeder's initial communications indicated that she would refund if she didn't have a puppy in her upcoming litter that was right for us. Puppies were born and she misrepresented which dogs she had. She posted that she had (2) female Blue Merles, when she only had one and that one was taken though it was posted as "Available." Went to Maine, 5 hour + drive for us to choose a puppy. Found out only (1) Blue Merle and all ready taken.
We decided that were were not happy with the last choice amongst the females and her practices. Told breeder at least (3) weeks before pick up date for the puppies that we were not interested in the other puppy. Breeder would not refund the initial deposit and an additional deposit of $500 to keep the dog until it was 3 months old.
CONTACTED GOOD DOG- ALL THEY DID WAS CONTACT THE BREEDER AND BELIEVE HER, WITHOUT LOOKING AT THE COMMUNICATIONS! THEY WILL NOT HELP WITH A LEGITIMATE CONCERN BACKED UP BY WRITTEN FACTS.
STAY AWAY FROM GOOD DOG AND: ASHLEY HOLLOWAY- BIRCH HILL KENNELS, EMBDEN, ME
This is a Very good online service exchange site for ever. Good services. Good exchange, low commissions managed to make a lot of money
Fast, convenient exchanger with excellent support. Thank you
Breeder met at the airport and was friendly and professional
Good Dog made the process of finding a breeder that went beyond the AKC standards. Also, it helped me find the breeder close to where I lived. I did not want to go out of state.
The communication through Good Dog and the breeder was excellent. I feel I found the best puppy for me and my husband that will excel due to the special socialization and enrichment process. Also, I wanted a breeder who did OFA and DNA testing on the parents.
I wasn't upset with it, but I wasn't feeling real good about using this app, I feel that good dog should check a little further into the dogs they are advertising for sale.
Hi Nancy,
Thank you for reaching out with this feedback. We'd love for you to email our Care team at [email protected] so we can learn more about your situation, and how we can turn your experience into a positive one!
We look forward to hearing from you and helping you in your puppy search!
Warmly,
Nicole
I wasn't sure what breed we wanted or how to find reputable breeders in our state - we had recently moved back to Florida. I came across the GoodDog website during my web search and am so glad I did. It combines all the info you need about breeds and breeders, allows you to reach out to breeders, apply online and reserve your puppy. It was so easy. We chose a corgi thru Mulkey's Little Corgis and Toni quickly responded to all our questions and was very helpful throughout the process. She regularly shared pics. Finalizing the transaction was a breeze and she puts together a wonderful folder of paperwork and additional info along with a lovely going home bag with toys, starter food, treats and a blanket. We would not hesitate to recommend both GoodDog and Mulkey's Little Corgis. We are enjoying our new puppy!
Any questions or concerns that I have had were promptly addressed plus I have already had a couple inquiries from prospective new parents for my puppies. Very satisfied
I things are great haven't had no problems & when I had questions I got a return call very quick
I had been scammed 6 times and reached out to so many people which were all involved in scams! Until someone told me to look up Good Dog! I thought here we go again, but no I met a few breeders that were kind, understanding and honest! I reserved a golden in the near future. I left a deposit and very happy they're are still good people in the world! Thank you!
I like how easy the website is but unfortunately have not had any success with selling any of my puppies from this litter or no interest at all.
Hi Melissa,
Thanks for reaching out! We work hard to help connect our breeders with great potential buyers so they can find amazing homes for their pups
Its always scary when you start using a new Website when you are a Breeder, because you start get hit quickly with scammers! NOT with Gooddog!
Gooddog is exceptional with its user friendly website! Customer Service is just phenomenal, anytime you need anything, they respond quickly! Payments from New Puppy Parents are processed rapidly! I LOVE Gooddog because you can place puppies in New Homes very quickly! Definitely 5 STARS!
Answer: Completely legitimate company for dog breeders, groomers, trainers, and buyers.
Answer: I found Gooddog.com and found reputable dog breeders. Breeders who have been around for several years who provide references. I will be getting a puppy in a spring litter.
Answer: Every breeder in our community must pass our screening process and meet or exceed our community standards, including our Breeder Code of Ethics and our minimum health testing requirements before joining Good Dog. After breeders join Good Dog, we have routine check-ins to ensure continued compliance with these standards: https://www.gooddog.com/standards-and-screening We understand our team connected with you previously to discuss how your breeding program aligns with our platform standards. While we determined it wasn't the right fit at this time, we wish you and your dogs all the best.
Answer: Hi Priscilla, This is a great question! We're happy to help answer. In order to protect our community and company, all deposit and dog payments between Good Breeders and Good Dog applicants must be made securely on Good Dog, so we can ensure the safety and security of all payments. You can read more about our On-Platform Payment Policy here: https://www.gooddog.com/help-center/owners?a=On-Platform-Payment-Policy---id--CK1m0GVSSCeEH3g4iygaSg Good Dog buyers have the option to complete their payments on Good Dog with Protection & Support for a small additional fee that unlocks exclusive benefits such as access to our Puppy Training Program, exclusive discounts, lifetime support for your pup, and more. This Protection & Support fee is completely optional, and buyers can always choose to complete payments on Good Dog with 0 fees. You can read more about the benefits of Protection & Support here: https://www.gooddog.com/help-center/owners?a=Good-Dog-Protection-and-Support---id--PhBVPvcYQ26uqUDvE3HpRw If you have any questions about making a payment on Good Dog, please contact us anytime by emailing [email protected] or calling 855-446-6336. A member of our team would be happy to help you! Warmly, The Good Dog Team
Answer: Hi Susan! Great question. After a Good Dog buyer completes a payment to you on Good Dog, we'll automatically invite them to share their experience working with you by submitting a Verified Owner Story. Verified Owner Stories appear on your Good Dog profile and in search results, so you can show off your happily placed pups to potential buyers who are looking to learn more about what it's like to work with you, and share a glimpse of how your pups are doing in their new homes. Learn more about Verified Owner Stories here: https://www.gooddog.com/good-breeder-center/verified-owner-stories
Answer: Hi Abel! Thank you for reaching out. A member of our Care team would be happy to help you on your puppy search. Please feel free to email [email protected] with some more information about the kind of pup you're looking for, and someone will happily assist you with some recommended Cane Corso breeders who fit what you're looking for. We look forward to hearing from you. Warmly, The Good Dog Team
Answer: Hi Pamela! To request a refund, message your breeder directly from your Good Dog dashboard to ask about their refund policies. Each breeder sets their own policies, which you should review prior to making any payments. Your breeder will initiate your refund. A refund may be full or partial depending on the circumstances of your request and your Good Dog Breeder's policies. After your refund on Good Dog is complete, you'll receive a confirmation email. Refunds may take up to 14 business days to fully process, depending on your bank. And remember, Good Dog is always here to help. Our Good Dog Guarantee means that we'll help you resolve any issue that comes up – whether it's with a refund, payment, or something else. Contact our Care Team anytime for support by emailing [email protected]
Answer: Hi Juan, Thank you for asking this question about paying on our platform. To protect our community, all deposit and puppy payments must be completed on Good Dog. We make it easy and secure to pay for your puppy so that you can focus on what matters most – your new best friend. Good Dog buyers can always complete payments on Good Dog without paying any fees. Or, they can choose to complete their payments with Good Dog Protection & Support for a small fee. When buyers opt into Good Dog Protection & Support, they're backed by the Good Dog Guarantee, which means we'll help resolve any issue – whether it's with a payment or something else. Learn more about Good Dog Protection & Support here: https://www.gooddog.com/help-center/owners?a=Good-Dog-Protection-and-Support---id--PhBVPvcYQ26uqUDvE3HpRw If you have any questions about making a payment on Good Dog, our team is always here to help – just email [email protected] or call 1-855-446-6336.
Answer: Hi Lisa, Thank you for reaching out with this question! Buyers can make a payment through Good Dog the following ways: an ACH payment or use a credit or debit card (including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club). Please do not hesitate to reach out to [email protected] with any additional questions.
Answer: Hi Lisa, Thank you for reaching out with this question! Buyers can make a payment through Good Dog the following ways: an ACH payment or use a credit or debit card (including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club). Please do not hesitate to reach out to [email protected] with any additional questions.


Hi Lynne,
Thank you for reaching out to us. We take enforcement of our standards incredibly seriously, and as part of our investigation into any concern, we always review all communications, and have conversations with all parties.
We're glad our team was able to work with you through this situation. As they clarified with you, in accordance with the breeder's contract, the payment you completed was non-refundable.
Each breeder sets their own individual policies with buyers, especially around whether a payment is refundable or non-refundable. We encourage puppy buyers to choose a breeder whose policies align with what they feel most comfortable with, because we do honor the policies that a breeder and buyer agree to.
If you have any further concerns or require additional assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
-The Good Dog Team