🐶 Why Goldendoodles and Bernedoodles Are the Perfect Family Dogs for Virginia Beach.

Life in Virginia Beach is sunny, active, and family-centered — and if you're looking for the perfect dog to match your lifestyle, Goldendoodles and Bernedoodles might be exactly what you’re looking for.

At Haven's Doodles

Red Mini Goldendoodle puppy happily playing at the beach

, we raise well-socialized, healthy doodle puppies right here in Coastal Virginia, and we’ve seen just how beautifully these breeds fit into family life across Virginia Beach — from Sandbridge to Little Neck and everywhere in between.

Let’s explore why these two breeds are such a perfect match for local families.

🌟 1. Family-Friendly Temperament You’ll Fall in Love With

Goldendoodles and Bernedoodles are known for being:

• Incredibly affectionate

• Smart and gentle with children

• Loyal, fun-loving, and eager to be part of the family

Goldendoodles tend to be slightly more energetic and playful — perfect for kids who want an interactive, goofy friend.Bernedoodles are a bit more mellow and nurturing — ideal for relaxed snuggles after a beach day.

Either way, these dogs thrive in family environments, especially when included in daily life and adventures.

🛁 2. Low-Shedding, Allergy-Friendly Coats for Clean Homes

In Virginia Beach’s humid, coastal climate, low-shedding dogs are a huge plus.Both Goldendoodles and Bernedoodles are considered low-to-non-shedding and often work well for families with mild allergies.

✅ Less fur on furniture and floors✅ Less odor than many traditional breeds✅ Regular grooming = beautiful coats year-round

Their coats do require brushing and trims every 6–8 weeks, and we’re happy to recommend groomers in the Virginia Beach area who are familiar with doodle coat types.

🌊 3. Perfect for the Active, Outdoor Virginia Beach Lifestyle

From weekend walks at Mount Trashmore Park to beach strolls in First Landing State Park, these dogs love being outside with you.

Goldendoodles and Bernedoodles are both:

• Athletic enough to enjoy outdoor adventures

• Adaptable to water and sand

• Comfortable with long walks, trail hikes, and kid play

Whether you're boating, biking, or relaxing at the beach, these dogs will want to be part of the action.

🧠 4. Smart and Easy to Train — Even for First-Time Dog Owners

Both Goldendoodles and Bernedoodles are Poodle mixes, which means:

• High intelligence

• Quick learning

• Great performance in basic training and socialization

Even young kids can get involved in training simple commands, which deepens the bond between pup and family.We start our puppies with early neurological stimulation and socialization to give them a strong head start before they ever leave our home.

🏡 5. Adaptable to Virginia Beach Homes — Big or Small

Whether you live in:

• A townhome in Hilltop,

• A spacious home in Great Neck, or

• A beachfront house in Sandbridge...

…these doodles adjust beautifully to your space.

Home Type	Best Match
Townhome or apartment	Mini Goldendoodle or Mini Bernedoodle
Larger yard or family home	Standard Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle
Active beach lifestyle	Either breed — both love the outdoors!

We offer mini, medium, and standard doodles — so there's a perfect fit no matter your space.

🐾 Bonus: Instagram-Worthy Looks

These dogs are total showstoppers — fluffy, photogenic, and full of personality.From puppyhood to adulthood, they’re always camera-ready for your family photos and social media.

✅ Ready to Welcome a Goldendoodle or Bernedoodle to Your Family?

At [Your Kennel Name], we specialize in raising Goldendoodle and Bernedoodle puppies for families throughout Virginia Beach and the 757.

All of our puppies are:

• Raised in a loving home environment

• Introduced early to crate training and basic commands

• Vet-checked, vaccinated, and health-guaranteed

• Loved from day one — and it shows

👉 View available puppies [here]👉 Learn about our parent dogs [here]👉 Contact us [here]

📍 Serving Families Across Virginia Beach and Coastal Virginia

We are located just outside Virginia Beach, in Chesapeake but we proudly serve doodle-loving families across:

• Sandbridge

• Kempsville

• Red Mill

• Great Neck

• Hilltop

• Lagomar

• Princess Anne

• Pungo

• Stumpy Lake

• Ocean Lakes

• Thalia

• Croatan

• Oceanfront…and beyond!

If you’re ready for a smart, loyal, family-loving pup, we’d love to match you with the perfect doodle.