Family owned Golden doodle breeder in California
About Us
At Daring to Dream Doodles, our story begins with a simple belief: a well-raised puppy has the power to change a family’s life.
We are a boutique Golden doodle breeder in San Luis Obispo, California, dedicated to raising puppies with intention, purpose, and heart. What started as a love for the Golden doodle breed quickly grew into a passion for doing things the right way—with small litters, hands-on care, and a commitment to ethical, responsible breeding.
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We saw firsthand how a dog can bring emotional comfort, stability, and joy into a home. We’ve watched Golden doodles become therapy dogs, companions for children with anxiety, adventure partners, and treasured members of families from all over California. Every time we see that bond form, it reminds us why we choose to breed quality over quantity.
Why We Breed Golden doodles
We didn’t just choose Golden doodles for their looks or their coats—though their teddy-bear softness is hard to resist. We chose them for their intelligence, sensitivity, emotional awareness, and eagerness to connect. They are gentle enough for children, athletic enough for outdoor lovers, and intuitive enough to support families needing a calm, emotionally attuned companion.
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But we also learned early on that not all Golden doodles are created equal. The difference between a puppy raised with structure, socialization, and science-backed methods—and one who isn’t—is night and day. That’s why our entire program is built around giving puppies the best start in life, not just the basics.
Our Commitment to Ethical, Purpose-Driven Breeding
As a small, boutique breeder, we intentionally limit our litters so we can pour our full attention into each puppy. Every touch, every challenge, every exposure in their early weeks matters—and we take that responsibility to heart.
We follow the Badass Breeder (BAB) Program, a proven curriculum that helps puppies grow into confident, resilient, adaptable dogs. This includes:
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Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS)
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Early Scent Introduction (ESI)
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Confidence-building exercises
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Safe exposure to sounds, textures, people, and environments
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Intentional temperament evaluations to match puppies with the right families
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Daily socialization and enrichment
This is not a “mass breeding” operation. This is a home-based, heart-led program designed to raise puppies who are emotionally and developmentally prepared for the world.
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Our Family, Our Dogs, Our Purpose
Every puppy is born and raised inside our home in San Luis Obispo—not a kennel or detached facility. We’re there for every milestone: their first breaths, first steps, first meals, and first wobbly attempts at exploring.
Our adult dogs, including our beloved Golden doodles Lexie & Ester, are part of our family. They roam our home, go on adventures with us, nap on the couch, and receive the same love and attention we expect them to pass on to their puppies.
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Their gentle temperaments, intelligence, and strong genetic lines are the foundation of our program. Every breeding decision is made thoughtfully, with health testing, structure, coat genetics, and personality in mind.
​The Impact That Inspires Us
One of the greatest joys of breeding is seeing the transformation that happens after puppies leave our home. We’ve received stories from families across California—San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, San Diego, the Bay Area—telling us how their puppy changed their life.
We’ve seen our puppies:
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Bring comfort to families after loss
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Help children overcome anxiety
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Support individuals struggling with loneliness
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Become loyal hiking partners and adventure companions
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Grow into therapy and emotional support dogs
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Help kids laugh again
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Help adults reconnect with joy
Every message, every update, every family photo reminds us: this is more than breeding—this is legacy.
When you adopt a puppy from Daring to Dream Doodles, you’re not just getting a dog. You’re gaining a piece of our heart, our home, and our purpose.
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Our Promise to You
Whether you're searching for a mini Goldendoodle, medium Goldendoodle, or a puppy with the potential for therapy or emotional support roles, we promise:
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Ethical, responsible breeding
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Fully health-tested parents (Embark & OFA)
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Transparency and honesty
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Lifelong breeder support
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Science-based puppy raising
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A puppy matched to your family’s needs
Our goal is simple:
Raise amazing dogs and place them in homes where they will be loved for a lifetime.
From the moment our puppies take their first breath to the day they go home with their new families, every part of our program is built on love, intention, and purpose.
Welcome to Daring to Dream Doodles.
Where dreams begin with four tiny paws.