The Sunshine Acres Difference: Over 20 Years of Breeding Excellence

If you are looking for a healthy, well-socialized companion, Sunshine Acres has been raising quality Goldendoodles, Golden Mountain Doodles, Bernedoodles, and Moyen Poodles since 2001. As one of the original hybrid breeders in the Midwest, our program is built on science, rigorous health standards, and an intentional approach to early socialization.

Why Sunshine Acres Stands Out

• Generational Health Transparency: We own both parents of our puppies, and in most cases, we have raised their grandparents and great-grandparents as well. Every parent dog lives on our rural property and must pass extensive genetic and health screenings before breeding.

• Scientific Socialization & Newborn Care: Our puppies are a true family project, handled individually every single day by our children and family. We take early imprinting seriously, dedicating hours to play, cuddling, and positive companionship to ensure the puppies grow up to be highly adaptable and confident.

• The “Dog Listener” Training Method: Our socialization process is guided by the renowned techniques of Jan Fennell (The Dog Listener), ensuring a balanced, confident, and highly trainable pup. We also introduce early crate training before puppies transition to their new homes.

• Industry-Leading 3-Year Health Warranty: Every family-raised puppy comes with a comprehensive three-year health warranty, a dedicated puppy care package, up-to-date vaccinations, preventative wellness care, and full vet approval.

• Proven Therapy and Service Lines: Due to generations of selective breeding for calm, intelligent temperaments, many of our dogs work successfully across the country in search and rescue, or as certified service and therapy dogs.

Location and Logistics

Our homestead is located on a spacious rural acreage in northwestern Indiana (near Wolcott), roughly 1.5 hours from both downtown Chicago and Indianapolis. While we frequently serve families throughout Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio, our extended doodle family spans from coast to coast.

We prioritize transparency and welcome prospective owners to visit us by appointment to see our puppies and their parents.

Commitment to Our Families: Our relationship doesn’t end when you pick up your puppy. We pride ourselves on providing lifetime breeder support, answering your training or wellness questions for years down the road.