Our puppies are raised right here at Pawtale Puppies with hands-on, daily care from the moment they’re born. They are kept in clean, climate-controlled areas, monitored closely, and loved on every day. We follow structured routines for feeding, cleaning, and enrichment so each puppy grows in a safe, nurturing environment that supports both physical and emotional development.
Socialization is a huge priority for us. Our puppies are gently introduced to everyday sights, sounds, textures, and routines. They experience normal household noises, handling, and age-appropriate play. This early exposure helps them transition confidently into family life and sets the foundation for well-adjusted temperaments.
All puppies are kept on a strict veterinary-recommended vaccination and deworming schedule appropriate for their age. This includes routine deworming and their first set(s) of puppy vaccines before going home. Each puppy goes home with clear health records so you know exactly what has been given and when future care is due.
Yes. Every puppy receives a thorough veterinary health check prior to going home to ensure they are healthy, thriving, and ready to join their new family.
We proudly offer a 4-year genetic health guarantee, reflecting our commitment to ethical breeding, healthy parents, and thoughtful pairing. Full details are outlined in our buyer’s agreement for clarity and peace of mind.
Our puppies are raised with regular handling and exposure to family life. While every puppy has a unique personality, our early socialization helps them adapt well to homes with respectful children. We’re happy to help guide families in choosing the best fit.
Our puppies are fed a high-quality, carefully selected diet that supports healthy growth and digestion. Specific food information is provided so you can continue a smooth transition at home.
Puppies are fed multiple small meals per day based on their age and developmental needs. A detailed feeding schedule is provided at go-home.
Yes, Pawtale Puppies is a licensed facility and operates in compliance with all applicable regulations. We take pride in maintaining high standards of care, cleanliness, and transparency.
We always welcome, you meeting mom and dad. Our parent dogs are the stars of our program. Nothing brings us more happiness then when they get shine for our families.
Absolutely. All of our breeding parents are carefully selected, health screened, and monitored to ensure they are physically sound and temperamentally stable.
Our adult females receive exceptional care, including high-quality nutrition, regular veterinary visits, proper rest between litters, and daily attention. They are first and foremost beloved dogs.
When our females retire, they are placed into carefully selected homes where they can enjoy the next chapter of life. You can learn more on our Rehome Page.
Yes, we use a personalized buyer’s agreement designed to be clear, supportive, and centered on the lifelong well-being of each Pawtale puppy.
Puppies are ready to go home once they are developmentally prepared—typically around 8 weeks of age.
Reservations are made once you’ve chosen a puppy or joined a waitlist. A reservation fee secures your place and ensures that puppy is held specifically for you. We guide you through every step of the process.
Yes. We’re happy to schedule video calls so you can meet your puppy virtually, ask questions, and see them in real time.
Each Pawtale puppy goes home with veterinary health records, age-appropriate vaccines and deworming, a starter supply of food, comfort items, and detailed care instructions.
Yes, we offer safe and reliable travel options. Please visit our Areas We Serve page for more details.
Absolutely. Our relationship with our families doesn’t end at pickup. We’re always here to answer questions and offer guidance as your puppy grows.
Our current hours and contact information are listed on our website. We respond as promptly as possible, keeping the care of our dogs as our top priority. However, we are extremely flexible to make the process easy on you.
Posted on Judy NotzTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Paw Tale Puppies is a wonderful place with the most adorable puppies and the owners have a heart of gold I have a situation now with my health but they are so understanding to help me and in the future for me to have a precious little one to love if you are looking for a wonderful place please contact them. They are the best I give them 10 stars for the way they are.Posted on Cathy WorleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Melvin was very helpful with our purchase of Rusty (formerly Anthony) a mini Bernadoodle. The facility is very clean. I would recommend Tall Tale Puppies for your next puppy.Posted on Lisa KlotzTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. was very happy with my experience with bringing a bernedoodle puppy home from Paw Tale Puppies. Melvin Lapp seems to genuinely care about the ethics of his breeding program and the quality of the socialization and care his family provides to his puppies. I liked that he was not only thoughtful in breeding for temperament but also using genetic testing to inform breeding decisions to support healthy starts for the puppies. Melvin took time to listen to what was important to me in choosing a puppy and had a recommendation for me of which puppy he thought might be a good fit if I agreed when I met the puppy. I was able to see the puppies virtually before making an appointment to pick the puppy up. I really liked the puppy Melvin recommended and chose to bring him home. When picking my new puppy up, I saw that the environment was clean and well organized. Records were well kept. My puppy is curious, happy, and affectionate. He’s very intelligent and picks up training very quickly. He had been well socialized at Paw Tale Puppies. He was used to household sounds and activity and was calm during grooming and nail trimming. He’s done well with meeting new people. He gets along very well with my two-year-old dog and has been a really great addition to the family. I would recommend exploring Paw Tale Puppies as a good option if you’re looking for a lovable dog with good temperament who has been given a healthy start in life.Posted on Cindy LipmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Melvin was wonderful to work with every step of the way and was always available to answer any of our questions. Our puppy was amazing , very calm and laid back and adjusted well. We were so Blessed to find this breeder. Truly a gift from God.Posted on Tina ThomasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are grateful for the professionalism and the responsiveness we received while working with Paw Tale in getting our precious mini Bernedoddle, Oakley. Melvin was very polite and answered all my questions promptly, even on the weekend and through the holiday season. Melvin FaceTimed with us twice so we could see live activity of our puppy. Great communication before and after our transaction. Thank you to Puppy Tale.Posted on Carol TothTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I reached out on Friday, February 20th to inquire about Gracie, an 8 week old Micro Bernedoodle and received an immediate response about her availability. The following day we drove 5 hours to see her. We fell in love with her right away and decided to take her home with us. Melvin was wonderful to work with as he prepared her paperwork, took care of having her microchipped, and providing us with a care package. We were extremely impressed with how clean the facility is kept and with the fenced in yard where the puppies can run around. Gracie is a wonderful addition to our family.Posted on Patrick MunleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had the pleasure of meeting Melvin, the owner, while picking up our new puppy yesterday. First let me say that he was very professional, incredibly knowledgeable, and most importantly, Melvin has a true passion for what he is doing. The location where he breeds and raises the puppies is also connected to his home. Therefore he is never disconnected from the puppies or his family. Everything about this made us feel more comfortable and trusting purchasing a puppy from him. His belief and process for raising his puppies until they are ready to go home with you is amazing. He truly cares about each and every puppy making sure they are healthy, socialized, are exercised, are played with, and loved. In my opinion this makes a huge difference and sets them apart from every "pet store". This I believe will also help develop the dogs personality. Our puppy, an almost 9 week old mini bernedoodle, is amazing. You can tell she was socialized because she is not timid or shy. She has the perfect temperament as well. She is playful, seems to listen very well, and is already our shadow following us everywhere and wanting to be held and pet all the time. The bond was almost immediate. All of this is because of the process Melvin truly believes in and makes sure all of his puppies are raised this way. A true testament to his passion. I will make sure I will recommend Paw Tale Puppies to our friends or anyone looking for a puppy. After our expierence, I can't imagine anyone wanting to purchase their pet from anyone else.Posted on Liz LimaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The absolute best experience! <3 Me and my husband drove from Massachusetts to pick up our Christmas puppy. We named him Dasher. He is the absolute cutest and the best little puppy! We have two big Sheepadoodles and I've always wanted a smaller dog. He fits right in. The facility is gorgeous and clean. Melvin is great! Answered all our questions and was very thorough and thoughtful. Even checked in to make sure Dasher was adjusting to his new home. Thank you so much Melvin!