Ben's Best Buddy Goldendoodles
- Preferred Breeder
- 50% response rate • Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Ben's Best Buddy Goldendoodles located in Hendersonville, TN. We are in love with these intelligent, friendly, beautiful dogs! Our pups are our babies, raised in our homes. At Ben's Best Buddy Goldendoodles, we breed multigenerational standard and miniature doodles. Genetic testing is completed so our puppies can live long, healthy lives with their families.
Lara’s experience
About Lara
I am a mother and life-long dog mom. I love learning about dogs, their health and development, and their training. My furbabies give our family so much joy, and I'm happy that I get to share that with other families!
What makes Lara’s program special
We love our puppies from the time we plan a breeding. Our dogs live in our home and are a part of our everyday lives, so the puppies are also. With the help of my husband and son, each dog gets individual attention daily.
Getting a puppy from Lara
Lara has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices range from $1,600 - $2,500 and include a refundable deposit of $200.
“Puppies are priced based on breed, generation, and size. A deposit is required for placement on our wait list. Puppies are priced based on breed, generation, and size. Our deposits are required for placement on our wait list, but they are completely REFUNDABLE until you are matched with a puppy!”
Contract and health guarantee
Lara may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Lara offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Lara directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
We use early neurological stimulation and Puppy Culture protocols with our puppies. They usually interact with all of our adult dogs by the time they are four weeks old. We also allow our grandchildren and a select few other families to come over to "help play" with us at about that time. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Socialized with Children, Puppy Culture , Early Neurological Stimulation, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Sound Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Touch Desensitization, Toys, e.g. Ball, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Strangers, Noises , Various Surfaces , Fireworks , and Car Rides.
Puppy health practices
We work closely with our vet to deworm our puppies and receive necessary vaccinations. Our vet recommends first vaccinations at 6 weeks with the second at 8 weeks, at which time our vet checks over each puppy to ensure they are healthy and ready to go to their new homes. Our puppies are usually in their new homes before the third and fourth scheduled vaccinations at 12 and 16 weeks.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Puppy starter kit, Initial potty training, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Microchip, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Food Starter Bag, Puppy Collar, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Vaccinations, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, and Volhard Personality Test.
Bringing your puppy home
Lara offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Hendersonville, TN or nearby
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
Get your puppy dropped off to you
Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
More about Lara
Why Lara started breeding
When I was a child, our family bred Cocker Spaniels. When my own children were young, we rescued older dogs who were already spayed or neutered. I knew once my children were grown and I had more time, I wanted to breed dogs. Once I fell in love with Goldendoodles, and then Poodles, I knew they were the dogs I wanted to share with other families.
Lara is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Lara has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Lara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Lara’s program has four sizes
Lara’s Goldendoodle puppies include petite, miniature, and standard sizes. Lara’s Poodle puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
Lara’s program includes six colors
Lara’s Goldendoodle puppies include apricot, chocolate, cream, red , black, and phantom. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Lara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ben's Best Buddy Goldendoodles meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Meet Lara's parent dogs
All breeds
Goldendoodle
Poodle
Summit, mom
Goldendoodle
About Summit
Multigen goldendoodle. Parents are Millie (f1b standard goldendoodle) and Romeo (f1b miniature goldendoodle)
Luna D (Betsy), mom
Goldendoodle
About Luna D (Betsy)
Luna D (Betsy) is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lara decided to make her part of their program. Lara has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Dixie, mom
Poodle
About Dixie
Dixie is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lara decided to make her part of their program. Lara has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Sugar, mom
Goldendoodle
About Sugar
Sugar is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lara decided to make her part of their program. Lara has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Honey, mom
Goldendoodle
About Honey
Honey is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lara decided to make her part of their program. Lara has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Millie, mom
Goldendoodle
About Millie
Millie is a female Goldendoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lara decided to make her part of their program. Lara has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Goldendoodle
Standard Poodle
Good level
Ben's Best Buddy Goldendoodles reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Goldendoodles.
Full Embark Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Lara to bring home their puppies.
Melissa L.
Aug. 2024
Everything worked out perfectly! We were in town and my daughter found Lara. We quickly were able to make arrangements to meet. She was great!! Super flexible as we finished out our vacation. We were...
Alexis M.
Jan. 2024
Ben’s Best Buddy stayed in contact with me throughout the entire process. The breeders were patient with me while deciding on which puppy to get and were quick to respond to any questions I had. I...
Shawn O.
Oct. 2023
Lara was wonderful throughout the adoption process! She was very quick with her responses and sent us pics & videos of our little Rosie every few days! I would highly recommend them to anyone looking...
