Raised at home · Loved for life

Beautiful family dogs,
thoughtfully raised.

Saint Berdoodles, Groodles and Mini Cavoodles bred for gentle temperaments, sound health and the kind of companionship that changes a family.

Home raisedFamily socialised from day one

A small, family-focused breeder

Not raised in kennels.
Raised in our home.

Our puppies grow up surrounded by children, everyday sounds, family routines and plenty of affection.

Every litter is carefully planned, pairing dogs that complement one another in temperament, health and structure. From their first days, our puppies are nurtured to become confident, gentle and well-adjusted companions.

Health testedTemperament firstLifelong support

Find your perfect fit

Meet our breeds

Three loving family breeds, each thoughtfully raised with the same care.

Gentle Saint Bernard relaxing with a family member

Gentle · Loyal · Calm

Saint Berdoodles

The nurturing nature of a Saint Bernard paired with the intelligence and lower-shedding coat of a Poodle.

Golden Groodle from Summerfield Kennels

Friendly · Clever · Playful

Groodles

The warm, outgoing nature of a Golden Retriever combined with the trainability and coat qualities of a Poodle.

Apricot and white Mini Cavoodle

Affectionate · Gentle · Compact

Mini Cavoodles

The loving nature of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel paired with the intelligence and coat qualities of a Miniature Poodle.

A happy Saint Berdoodle relaxing at home
A well-bred puppy becomes a once-in-a-lifetime family member.

Our goal is simple: to raise remarkable dogs who bring loyalty, warmth and joy to their forever homes.

Start your journey

Now accepting enquiries

Upcoming litters

Three carefully planned litters are expected soon. Dates and coat colours are estimates and may vary.

F1 Mini Cavoodle sire relaxing at home
Due early August 2026

F1 Mini Cavoodles

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel × Miniature Poodle. Expected adult weight approximately 6–9 kg.

Puppies from $2,000 NZD

Enquire about this litter
Apricot and white Mini Cavoodle
Due early August 2026

F1b Mini Cavoodles

F1 Cavoodle × Miniature Poodle. Expected adult weight approximately 6–9 kg, often with a curlier coat.

Puppies from $2,000 NZD

Enquire about this litter

Welcoming a Summerfield puppy

A thoughtful journey home

Our intentionally small programme helps us find the right match for every puppy and every family.

  1. 01

    Apply

    Tell us about your home, lifestyle and what you’re looking for. No deposit is required to join our waitlist.

  2. 02

    Confirm

    When pregnancy is confirmed, we reconnect with approved families. A deposit is requested only after puppies arrive safely.

  3. 03

    Match

    At 6–7 weeks, we thoughtfully match puppies using temperament, household dynamics and lifestyle suitability.

  4. 04

    Welcome home

    From 8 weeks, your puppy leaves vet checked, vaccinated, microchipped and supported by us for life.

Groodles and Cavoodles from $2,000 NZD. Saint Berdoodles from $5,000 NZD. Litter-specific pricing is confirmed before deposit.

Litters due July & August 2026

Could your family be their forever home?

Summerfield Kennels is a family-based breeder in Auckland, New Zealand. Join our waitlist to hear about planned litters and take the first step toward welcoming a Summerfield puppy.

✓ No deposit to apply✓ Personal matching✓ Ongoing breeder support

Applications are sent securely to summerfieldkennel@gmail.com.

Saint Bernard × Poodle

Saint Berdoodles

Devoted family companions with soft teddy-bear looks and calm, affectionate personalities.

Temperament

Gentle with children, loyal, intelligent, eager to please and naturally watchful without aggression.

Standard size

Approximately 55–75 cm tall and 30–65 kg.

Mini size

Approximately 40–55 cm tall and 18–30 kg.

Coat & care

Often wavy to curly with moderate to low shedding. Brush regularly and groom every 6–8 weeks.

Golden Retriever × Poodle

Groodles

Affectionate, people-focused dogs with beautifully balanced temperaments and a playful spark.

Temperament

Friendly, social, highly trainable and wonderful with children. They love being part of family life.

Standard size

Approximately 50–65 cm tall and 22–35 kg.

Mini size

Approximately 35–50 cm tall and 12–20 kg.

Coat & care

Often soft, wavy or curly with moderate to low shedding. Brush regularly and groom every 6–8 weeks.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel × Poodle

Mini Cavoodles

Affectionate, people-focused companions in a compact size that fits beautifully into family life.

Temperament

Gentle, sociable, intelligent and eager to be close to their people.

Expected size

Our upcoming Mini Cavoodles are expected to mature at approximately 6–9 kg.

F1 generation

A Cavalier King Charles Spaniel crossed with a Miniature Poodle.

F1b generation

An F1 Cavoodle crossed back to a Miniature Poodle, often producing a curlier, lower-shedding coat. No dog is guaranteed to be non-shedding or hypoallergenic.