Bernedoodle Love Puppies

Lara B.

Certified Breeder of Bernedoodles

  • Wilkesboro, NC
  • Meetup available in Lynchburg, VA
  • Responds within an hour

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Bernedoodle Love Puppies located in Wilkesboro, NC. I am a Bernedoodle breeder with a degree in Animal Science specializing in reproduction from the University of Florida. With 25+ years of experience, I raise health-tested, low-shedding, socialized puppies for families and service work, focusing on intelligence, temperament, & lifelong care.

Q. & A. with Lara

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I began breeding after training a Bernese mix as a service dog for my daughter. I saw how calm, smart, and loving the mix was. Bernese Mountain Dogs have short lifespans, but crossing them with Poodles—known for intelligence, great hips, and fewer genetic issues—creates healthier, low-shedding companions ideal for service work and family life.

  • What makes your program special?

    Each puppy is Embark genetically tested and raised in my home with crate, litter, and leash training. They’re started on housebreaking and socialized with love and intention. I blend science and heart in everything I do—raising Bernedoodles who are healthy, intelligent, and ready to thrive in family or service roles.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our puppies include medium and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include sable, tri-color, and merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

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.

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 $2,800 - $3,500 and include a deposit of $500. Lara offers Klarna for payment flexibility. Learn more

“Price includes Embark genetic testing (2 weeks), microchip, CKC registration, vet check, full health records, and a 1-year health guarantee for life-threatening genetic conditions. I accept deposits after puppies are 2 weeks old, once they’ve had a healthy start and begun developing personalities to help match them with the best-fit families.”

Contract & 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.

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What’s included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

You can fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Lara.

  • Meet in Wilkesboro, NC

    284 miles away · Lara's location

  • Meet in Lynchburg, VA

    144 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Roanoke, VA

    181 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Durham, NC

    225 miles away · Free

  • Meet at RDU airport

    230 miles away near Raleigh, NC

  • Meet in Raleigh, NC

    234 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Greensboro, NC

    241 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Winston-Salem, NC

    254 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Fayetteville, NC

    286 miles away · Free

  • Meet at CLT airport

    326 miles away near Charlotte, NC

  • Meet in Asheville, NC

    367 miles away · Free

  • Meet in Columbia, SC

    400 miles away · Free

  • Flexible meeting point

    Lara can meet at a location that works for both of you

Puppy transport options

Lara offers options to safely drop-off your new puppy.

More about Lara

  • Lara has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years

    Lara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

Lara is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Bernedoodle Love Puppies 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Bernedoodle Love Puppies 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 Bernedoodles.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Canine Good Citizen (CGC)

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • Full Embark Panel, DNA Disease Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1B), Bernese Mountain Dog Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)

    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.

  • Elisha K.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    Lara was quick to respond, helpful and very knowledgeable about this breed as well! She made the transition from her home to ours very helpful and easy with our new puppy! She kept us up to date daily until the day we picked him with texts, pictures/videos. She gave a welcome home bag with food and puppy essentials that made the process so easy! So grateful we found Lara and our bernedoodle puppy, Goose, is truly the favorite with everyone in our home! His sweet demeanor and gentle personality is absolute gold. He also loves the car, which is all thanks to Lara!!

  • jared h.

    Verified owner · July 2025

    During our search for a puppy, we came across Chandler with Bernedoodle Love Puppies. Laura was amazing start to finish in this process. Once we reached out and answered all questions, we had a same day FaceTime call with Chandler. Due to our close proximity and willingness to travel, we were able to bring Chandler home the following day. We love the genetic testing offered by Laura and how she cares for these puppies until they make it to their new homes. This was a fantastic experience and Chandler is the perfect fit for our family!

Photos

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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