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Great experience with Mike! We love our guy!

We cannot share enough amazing comments about our experience with Mike! When we were looking to bring in a hypoallergenic dog to our home, we were immediately guided to Labrador and Labradoodle Puppies Chicago. After we immediately fell in love with our little Alina as a newborn, we were astonished by the amount of education and caring Mike was providing; not only to the puppies but us as well! We ultimately pursued having Mike conduct stage one training with Alina and we couldn’t be happier with the results. Not only did Alina receive top-tier training, but the fact that we as a family were also involved in the training speaks to Mike’s commitment to the entirety of the process. Mike remains diligent in checking in on us as a family ensuring our questions are answered and that Alina is doing well. This is more than a business; it’s an extended family! If you are interested in these breeds (which are amazing for kiddos); look no further than Mike and Labrador and Labradoodle Puppies Chicago.

Amrita Balachandran

When our family was ready to adopt a puppy, we were incredibly lucky to have found Mike! From the first conversation on the phone, to meeting our labradoodle puppy, Burfi, to preparing us for starting off on the journey as first-time dog owners, to checking in and always being available to answer our questions, Mike has been phenomenal!My sons, husband and I will never forget the wonderful first meeting that Mike facilitated at his beautiful facility, full of happy dogs, where we met Burfi and his parents for the first time. Mike is very, very thorough in his approach, both in terms of the paperwork and health records for the puppies, as well as the preparatory instructions for soon-to-be dog owners! He is extremely knowledgeable about his profession, is very transparent about the health screens for his puppies and their parents, and also very transparent and helpful on what to expect with the puppies as they transition into their new home and grow. His records for Burfi were meticulous, and his instructions on how to deal with the early days with a new puppy have been on point. Mike has tirelessly checked in on us - he genuinely cares for Burfi and for us to have the best possible bonding experience with our new love and family member!

Response from the owner: Hi Amrita, thank you for the great review and the very kind words! I always strive to offer the highest quality puppies possible, which can only be done through full panel DNA testing as well as OFA orthopedic testing. Sadly, the majority of breeders out there are not doing these things, and many lie to people just to sell puppies. I'm so glad you are happy with Burfi, as well as the service I offer. I'm always here to answer any questions or concerns. Keep up the great work with him!

We are so happy and fortunate to have found Mike at Labrador and Labradoodle Puppies Chicago. I came across the website by searching for labradoodles near Chicago. I wanted to purchase our pet locally to avoid the hours long drive to an unknown farm in the middle of no where. Mike was easy to get a hold of and very knowledgeable. He took plenty of time to answer our questions and I appreciated that he was interested in our family too and wanted to make sure one of his pups was going to a good home. We were able to pick the pup we wanted after she was a few weeks old. She was too young to come home with us, but Mike sent us weekly pictures so we could see how much she was growing. She’s been home with us for a week and we are already attached to our new family member. She’s a fun puppy and I know she’s going to be a great fit for our active family. Thanks Mike!Update…about 6 years after adopting, we decided our family was ready to add another dog to the mix. After having such a great experience, we decided to reach out to Mike again. We found a perfect fit for our family in adopting Ruby, a trained puppy. She was already crate trained and able to walk on the leash. She even sleeps through the night. Mike allowed us to bring our dog over to play with Ruby for awhile to make sure they got along. Could not have been an easier process. For anyone looking for a puppy or a trained puppy, I highly recommend!

Response from the owner: Hi Amanda, thank you again, for putting your trust in me with not only one, but two Labradoodles! Words cannot fully convey how much I appreciate your trust, business, and extremely kind words! Feel free to reach out anytime with any questions or concerns.

We have had a great experience with Mike. He's been informative and helpful which made us very prepared to bring home our new pup. Thank you, Mike!

Response from the owner: Hi Cynthia, thank you for the kind words and great review! I really appreciate it, AND you guys giving little Finn a loving forever home. Please reach out anytime with any questions or concerns.

Lavinia Bala Young

Mike was very thorough with giving us tons of information about how to take care of our mini labradoodle puppy. He gave us enough food for her for a week and advised us about what to buy from the pet store. He had all her records and information about her parents in a folder for us to take home. And he let us meet the puppy’s parents. He texted every few days checking on us. He has an amazing playground for the big dogs and takes great care of these dogs. Highly recommend Mike Martinez and his puppies!

Response from the owner: Hi Lavinia, thank yo for the great review, and for giving Osha a loving forever home! Please reach out anytime with any questions or concerns!

Sadye Ambroziak

Mike was very knowledgeable when explaining about the puppies, you can tell he knows his stuff!He was very quick to respond when I was inquiring about a puppy.We had a wonderful experience.

Response from the owner: Hi Sadye, thank you guys for the great review and for adopting little Lulu! You're doing a great job with her! Keep up the great work!

Chris Hironimus

Extremely knowledgeable breeder- great dog Toby! Couldn’t ask for a better experience!

Response from the owner: Hi guys, thank you for the great review! I really appreciate you adopting Toby from me and for letting me work with him for a week prior to picking him up. Keep up the great work with him!

Great experience adding a new family member, Weller. Mike was very helpful before, during and after. From explaining the genetics testing, the quality and traits we should look for, and training tips. He was great the whole time. Mike was also able to train Weller for a few weeks before we brought him home. Weller, while full of life and endless energy, has a demeanor we all hoped for. It’s also great to know Mike is there as a resource and since we are local, a place to take Weller when we go on trips the little man cannot come with for. All in all a great experience. Highly recommend.

Response from the owner: Hi Peter, thank you for the great review and kind words! I'm glad you are happy with Weller! I try to provide the highest quality pups through full panel DNA testing, where my dogs are checked for a minimum of 180 genetic conditions, and over 20 breed related conditions. Looking forward to boarding Weller in the future!

I haven't had a puppy in 15 years. Mike made the experience smooth and easy. We live 8 hours away, he sent me regular update photos and answered all of my questions before and weeks after we brought our little Finley home. Mikes home where he breeds his puppies was nice, clean and organized. It looks like his dogs have a great life and a great place to live. I feel confident that he is a responsible breeder and cares very much where his pups end up at. He was very transparent about the mother and father and had copies of all their health paper work in the puppy folder he provided. He gave us a how to raise the perfect puppy book, which was very informative. Finley has been a lovely, little puppy. She's an F1 labradoodle, she's adorable, smart, and very well natured. We take her everywhere and she does great. If you're serious about giving a dog a good home, Mike is the breeder to go with. Thanks Mike for bringing Finley into our home. She's a cherished addition. ❤️2024 UPDATE:Finley is 2 years old now. What a great dog she has turned out to be. We tried to train her properly, but I also feel like she's naturally a quick learner, eager to please, and quite intelligent. I've had a few questions for Mike along the way and even after owning Finley for almost two years, Mike is still friendly and quick to respond. He's part of the family now too. I highly recommend reading the puppy training book he provides, I tried new things from the book, and the tips worked, like training them not to bark all the time. The steps are simple, but consistency and patience are key. Also, exercise, exercise, exercise. Mike is right when he says it's the most important thing to have a well behaved, happy dog. We couldn't be happier with our pup that we purchased from Mike. He's an excellent breeder and like I said before, he truly cares about all of his dogs and the puppies he sells.

Response from the owner: Hi Monica, thank you for the great review, and very kind words! You guys are doing a great job with Finley!

We adopted our silver lab, Corey, from Mike at Labrador and Labradoodle Puppies Chicago in mid July. Mike inspired a lot of confidence in me because he is very meticulous and careful about finding his puppies great homes. His communication is top notch and he is always checking in and available to answer questions.As for Corey, our pup, there aren’t enough words to explain how much we love this little guy! He is the perfect mix of silly puppy antics that crack up the entire family and a gentle demeanor. Somehow, he just knows not to nibble on our kiddos. He is also super smart! I work with him for a very short time each day, and he already knows how to do many commands/tricks. Overall, I am over the moon with my experience with Labrador and Labradoodle Puppies Chicago. If you’re looking for a meticulous, caring place to adopt your next puppy, I highly recommend Mike’s puppies!

Response from the owner: Hi Christina! Thank you for the great review and kind words! I'm so glad you are happy with Corey, and the service I provide. The keys are full panel DNA and orthopedic testing! This is the only way to ensure the pups are going to be healthy long term! Feel free to reach out with any questions anytime!

We bought our silver lab, Gunner from Mike and decided to let him do stage one training with him before bringing him home. Mike has been fabulous to work with. His communication during the training is amazing. He sends regular emails, pictures and videos with updates and has you visit the puppy every couple weeks and spends time teaching you what they have been working on. The training was amazing. When we brought Gunner home at 13 weeks he was leash trained, crate trained and almost fully potty trained. We have a very well behaved, obedient puppy because of the training. His property is amazing and clean. He has a very nice fenced in yard and play area for the puppies. You can tell how much he loves what he does and cares about all of the puppies. He continues to check in once you bring the puppy home and is available to answer any questions. If you are looking to welcome a lab, labradoodle or golden doodle into your family run don’t walk to get the puppy from Mike!

Response from the owner: Hi Melanie, thank you for the great review, and for not only adopting Gunner from me, but for letting me Stage One train him! He is such a smart little guy!

We researched Charcoal/silver labradors for a long time. The internet is filled with misinformation that tell you these dogs are unhealthy. After finding Mike Martinez we found actual scientific based research that shows his breeds are healthy and happy with a long 5 star history! My vet also looked at the extensive genetic testing that came with our dog and was very surprised. We couldn’t be happier with our dog Gunner!

Response from the owner: Hi guys! Thank you for the great review and for sharing this information- sadly- there are many who call themselves "Lab purists" who know nothing about basic genetics. The color of a dog has nothing to do with it's health- and only a full panel DNA test through Embark can test for over 200 genetic conditions. Thank you for doing your research, and adopting Gunner from me, and for giving him a terrific loving home!

George Kamberos

Couldn’t be happier with our new puppy! The owner Mike cares about every one of these puppies like they are his own. Very detailed on the care he gives them, about their health, and gives you all the details and instructions on what to do when you go home with your pup. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a trusted breeder for their first (or next) puppy!

Response from the owner: Hi guys! Thank you for the great review, kind words, AND for giving THE DUDE..a loving forever home! I'm always here to answer any questions or concerns!

We are very happy with Mike and Labrador and Labradoodle Puppies Chicago. We are beyond in love with our black lab puppy who is very healthy and has an incredible temperament. Mike's friendliness, communication and knowledge on lab puppies was so helpful to us. Our family would highly recommend Mike and Labrador and Labradoodle Puppies Chicago.

Response from the owner: Hi guys! Thank you for the great review, and kind words! I really appreciate everything! Lastly, thank you for giving Wilder a loving home! Please each out anytime with any questions or concerns!

We are so in Love with our newest Fur-Baby, Cooper!Mike, the breeder, was absolutely amazing to work with! He was so friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating, informative and kind! From the moment we started to email back and forth, to us meeting our labradoodle, Mike made us feel like we were part of the “family”. My two little boys loved this whole experience!Mike truly cares about each one of his pups/dogs and it shows! He has a beautiful indoor barn-like area (it’s heated and air conditioned) for the pups as well as lots of land for them to roam around and enjoy! Mike also does a full extensive genetic DNA testing on each dog and you will receive the full detailed report. Mike knows each one of his dogs personalities and matched us with the perfect pup!One amazing thing Mike did was check in later that evening, after bringing home Cooper. He checked in again a few days later and even a couple weeks later. Since taking Cooper home, we had a few questions over these past few weeks and Mike very quickly responded. He has been so helpful and informative, which has made the transition for Cooper and us much easier.I think one of my favorite parts of this experience ,aside from actually taking home our fur-boy, is how Mike took a “new” family photo and made it special.What a wonderful experience this was and would highly recommend checking it out!Thank You Mike!

Response from the owner: Hi guys! Thank you for the great review and kind words!! I'm so glad you are happy with Cooper- he's a good little man! I'm also SO GLAD you recognize the utmost importance of full panel DNA testing!! Unfortunately, the majority of breedersd out there are not doing any DNA testing- and are carelessly and unethically bringing puppies into the world not knowing anything about the parents' or their puppies genetic health. This is the reason dogs have the most genetic conditions of any domesticated animal. People need to understand that DNA and orthopedic testing are a MUST in ensuring the health quality of a dog. Thank you guys again for adopting Cooper and giving him a loving forever home!

Joseph Djonlich

We got a yellow lab from Mike and we couldn't be any happier with him. He’s a great dog and a pure breed Labrador. Bosco is now 18 months old and is awesome with my kids. Plus he’s a great addition to our family. Highly recommended!

Response from the owner: Hey Joe, thanks for the great review and kind words! Bosco loves you guys so much!!

My wife and I picked up our puppy from him and could not be happier! He is very thorough with the DNA testing of the puppies he breeds and really knows what he is talking about! Made the process super easy and really helps walks you through what you need to do for your new puppy!

Response from the owner: Hi Mitch! Thank you for the great review, and for giving Laney a loving forever home! Feel free to reach out anytime with any questions!

We have adopted two labradoodles from Mike in the last 5 years and cannot speak highly enough of how wonderful not only the puppies are but how much care Mike takes to ensure a smooth adoption process. Follow up calls, detailed instructions on food, toys, check ups etc., you can tell that he truly wants to find the best homes for his puppies and ensures that they thrive as members of your family!

Response from the owner: Hi guys! Thank our for the great review, and for adopting two of my Labradoodles- and giving them terrific homes! You have done a great job with both Redd and Blu! Keep up the great work!

Daniel Sikorski

Mike is extremely knowledgeable about his dogs. He was very helpful and genuinely pleasant to work with thru the process of adoption. Mike made sure the dog fits into our family. We highly recommend Mike and his lovely dogs. 🐕

Response from the owner: Hi Tara! Thank you for the great review, and for giving BOTH Redd and Blue such amazing lives!! I really appreciate everything!

Charlie Stempien

We had a wonderful experience adopting our mini labradoodle from Chicago Area Labs. What initially attracted us to adopting a puppy through Chicago Area Labs was the extensive genetic testing and the additional services available. Mike is extremely knowledgeable and helpful, taking the time to answer all of the questions we had. As first time puppy owners, we were a little nervous as our family had a lot to learn about taking care of a new puppy, but Mike has gone above and beyond to support us through our first few months.We would recommend adopting from Chicago Area Labs as Mike has the background on all of his puppies. He even provides training and daycare if needed. It has been such a wonderful experience for us.

Response from the owner: Hi guys! Tank you for the great review and very kind words, and thank you for putting your trust and faith in me to give you the best quality puppy possible! DNA and orthopedic testing is of utmost importance, and sadly- the majority of breeders do NOTHING! and will lie to those looking for a puppy, as to why they do not do full panel DNA testing or orthopedic testing. These are unethical breeders who are responsible for the over 600 genetic conditions that dogs can carry! These breeders need to be stopped!

Joseph Kozikowski

One the best experiences I've had while looking into getting a puppy. Mike does every test under the sun before you choose your next best friend. He's super knowledgeable and passionate about what he does. He facilities are clean and professionally done. He provides an excellent service and it doesn't end with the sale of the puppy. He'll continue to check in on you and the dog to see how you're coming along. He provides you with everything you'll need to know, on how to provide for your new addition. He goes above and beyond what most other breeders are willing to do and provide. I was recommended to him by my older sister and brother in-law and I will recommend to any of my friends and family. I am super happy with my Lil guy Hershey, he's the perfect fit and has the best disposition. Mike does an excellent job of getting his puppies ready to go to their forever home. 10/10

Response from the owner: Hi Joe! Thank you for the great review, and for giving Hershey a loving forever home! I try to breed the purest pups- both genetically and orthopedically! The ONLY way to know the quality of your pups is to do full panel Embark DNA testing and to perform hip evaluations through Penn Hip or OFA. Feel free to reach out at anytime with any questions!

Best breeder you'll ever meet, hands down. Mike does genetic testing, is prompt with his responses, offers advice, send you his own tips and tricks, and is just all around EXACTLY the kind of person you would have confidence getting a member of your family from. If you've found his website, just watch his video and you'll see for yourself the lengths he goes to to breed these perfect dogs.

Response from the owner: Hi Caleb! Thank you for the great review and kind words! I'm so glad you guys adopted Maple from me. She is living her best life! It's SO important that people understand the utmost importance of DNA and orthopedic testing on breeding dogs! Doing this prevents the influx and spread of both genetic and orthopedic disease.

I recently had the pleasure of adopting a Labradoodle puppy from Mike, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience! I happened to see Mike’s WGN segment and was immediately impressed with his knowledge and honesty on the importance of DNA testing to assure a genetically clean bill of health. From my research, most breaders aren't willing to share this information.From the very beginning, Mike was incredibly responsive and knowledgeable, answering all my questions about the breed and the adoption process. The facility was clean, well-maintained, and the dogs were clearly well-cared for and loved. It was evident that Mike is passionate about his dogs and committed to raising healthy, happy puppies.Our new puppy is a joy - playful, well-socialized, and has a wonderful temperament. Mike provided us with all the necessary paperwork, including health records and vaccination history. The care and dedication he puts into his breeding program is exceptional, and it shows in the quality of his puppies. I highly recommend Mike to anyone looking to adopt a new puppy!

Response from the owner: Hi Bob! Thank you for the great review and kind words! As you discovered, MOST breeders do NO genetic or orthopedic testing- and have absolutely no clue as to the genetic health of the puppies they bring into the world! They blindly breed dogs- bringing puppies into the world with the likelihood of genetic and orthopedic disease. I'm trying to change this be educating people through my WGN appearances as well as in my website! Enjoy Poppy, and feel free to reach out anytime with any questions or concerns!

Labrador and Labradoodle Puppies Chicago is a top quality breeder of these dogs. The owner, Mike, is super knowledgeable about the dogs he sells and their genetic health. He runs his business in a friendly and efficient manner, putting you at ease at every step along the way. He gets involved with his customers, so that you feel at home with him on the phone or in person. He wants to get to know who is buying his puppies so that they can be brought into good homes. When you visit him at his Mundelein location, he makes you feel comfortable while he shows you the scope of his operation, which is amazing. He runs a clean, well maintained facility where his dogs can have both quality outside experiences and inside living just like a family home, not a kennel. He takes pride in all his dogs and assures you that this is a caring environment. Even after the buying of the pup and taking her home our relationship with Mike did not end. He calls our house regularly to check up on the puppy and to see if we have any questions. He also encourages us to reach out to him if we have any questions about our new dog.Overall, I cannot imagine a breeder more competent and caring. You can easily see that he loves his dogs and what he is doing.If you are looking to add a Lab or Labradoodle to your family, Mike is definitely the breeder you should be dealing with.

Response from the owner: Hello Bob and Linda! Thank you for the great review, and for giving Lucy a loving forever home! It's unfortuante that the majority of breeders out there do no DNA or orthopedic testing- and will plain lie to those who contact them for a puppy. I've head things like "my vet said it isn't necessary because a Labadoodle is a mixed breed dog- and orthopedic testing isn't accurate.. These are downright LIES that breeders who only care about making money- tell those who contact them. It's so sad that people can have absolutely no moral compass about the quality of the puppies they bring into the world. Enjoy little Lucy and please reach out anytime with any questions or concerns!

Melanie Haywood

So nice, I went twice! I now have two of Mike’s pups. He’s hardworking, attentive and flexible. Mike’s pups are the best! You will feel assured you’re getting a good, healthy puppy.

Response from the owner: Hi Melanie! Thank you for the great review, kind words, and for giving both Moose and Millie amazing forever homes! Please reach out anytime with any questions or concerns!

I recently had the pleasure of adopting a beautiful dog named Nala from Mike, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. Mike is an exceptional breeder who genuinely cares about the well-being of his dogs and their families.From the very beginning, Mike was incredibly helpful and informative, guiding me through the process of selecting the perfect dog for my family.Mike checked in regularly to see how Nala and I were adjusting ,and his ongoing support and advice have been invaluable.

Response from the owner: Hi Sandra, thank you for the great review, and for giving Nala such a great home! I really appreciate you putting your faith in me to deliver the highest quality pup possible to you and your family!

We lost our female chocolate lab that we rescued earlier this year and wanted the same dog again so we began looking at breeders. We came across Mike and talked on the phone with him and we knew this was someone we could trust. We put down our deposit in hopes that Xena would have our chocolate female & she did, mike kept us posted along the way from when she was born to a few weeks old & when we could visit her. His property is great as well as all the dogs he has there. We love our little girl, shes a well behaved puppy who is only 10 weeks old and already knows how to sit & is easy to crate train. We grew a bond with Mike after getting one of his pups and he still reaches out to see how everything is going with her. If you want a dog with good genes from a reputable breeder then he is the one to go to!He also offers a lot more than just selling you a dog. I wont be going anywhere else for another lab

Response from the owner: Hi Rebecca, thank you for the great review, and very kind words. My job is to breed genetically and orthopedicly pure puppies so that those adopting my puppies have the best experience possible! Please reach out anytime with any questions or concerns!

Mike goes above and beyond. He is one of the only breeders that does full transparency. He does a full spectrum DNA test by Embark that test for over 180 health conditions. He's not one of those breeders that claims their dogs are health tested but bought a cheap test and tested for 1 or 2 conditions. He gives you the certificates that prove his dogs do not suffer from hip dysplasia. He goes through everything about his dogs with you. There is no fancy marketing, just hard work to breed healthy dogs.

Response from the owner: Hi Elohim, thank you for the great review and kind words, AND for taking notice to the QUALITY pups I bring into the world. Sadly- most breeders do NO genetic or orthopedic testing and have no clue what they are bringing into world- and worse- they are selling these puppies to people looking for a healthy family member. So sad

We had a wonderful experience with Mike at Chicago Area Labradors and Labradoodles. As first time dog owners we didn't have a lot of knowledge about Labradors or how to care for a puppy. Mike provided us with resources and a full genetic background including hip and elbow certification. He explained everything we needed to know, and even checked in with us the first weeks we brought our chocolate lab home. You can tell Mike is passionate about breeding and training dogs and has a wonderful facility. I would definitely recommend this breeder to anyone looking for a Labrador Retriever or a labradoodle.

Response from the owner: Hi Stasi, thank you for the great review, and for giving Scout an amazing home! You guys have been doing an excellent job with her training!! Keep up the spectacular work!!

Tatsiana Kuzniatsova

We had an outstanding experience with Mike in adopting our mini labradoodle puppy.His communication was excellent from the start, and our new puppy is both healthy and active. We appreciated the chance to meet the puppy’s parents and review all the health documentation. Mike is following-up and checking on our puppy progress that proves he cares about all his pets. Constant support and advice on potty training have been invaluable. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner: Hi Tatsiana, thank you for the great review and for the kind words! I'm so glad things are going well with Charlotte! Keep up the great work with her training!!

We came to Mike looking for a new puppy but with a little training - Mike set us up with a 4 month old pre trained black lab - as advertised she potty trained quickly and was ready to go on the leash. Our dog is now 9 months and we are so happy with her temperament and overall smarts - big thanks to Mike and his team for a wonderful match!

Response from the owner: Hi Don! Thank you for the great review and kind words! I'm so glad you're happy with Lexi! You have done an excellent job on continuing her training! Keep it up!

I traveled from North Dakota to get our pup from Mike. When I contacted him with questions about the pups he had posted on his website he answered me in a timely fashion and was super helpful and friendly.Mike is very knowledgeable and sent me home with everything I needed to know about how to care for our new family member.The day I picked up our new puppy he was fresh and clean and you can tell he was very well taken care of. The establishment was very clean and all the dogs there were in great condition, very well taken care of. I definitely recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a Labradoodle.

Response from the owner: Hi guys! Thank you for the great review, and for giving Simon his beat life possible! You guys made quite the journey to get little Simon! I'm glad everything is going well with him!

We recently adopted a dog from Mike and couldn’t be happier with our experience. With three children and an existing dog, we were looking for a calm companion to round out our family. Mike was incredibly instrumental and helpful in understanding our needs and wants for a new dog. His thoroughness, passion, and knowledge are second to none.Thanks to Mike’s guidance, we ultimately adopted a phase three, six-month-old puppy named Rusty. Rusty has been the perfect addition to our family, and we couldn’t be more pleased. If you’re looking for a dedicated and experienced breeder, I would highly recommend Mike to anyone searching for a dog.

Response from the owner: Hi Burt, thank you for the great review, and for giving Rusty a loving forever home! I'm glad Penny has a doggie friend to play with! Keep up the great work with little Rusty!

Christopher Considine

Mike is incredibly knowledgeable and the care he has for his dogs was evident from the first time we spoke on the phone. He helped me through making the decision to bring home a puppy, and he takes great care in helping you get settled with your new family member. I am thankful to Mike for introducing me to my new best friend and can't recommend him enough.

Response from the owner: Hi Christopher, thank you for the great review, and for giving Cassian such a great life! Feel free to reach out anytime with any questions!

Mike is amazing. I found his website and was immediately impressed with him. He cares so much for his dogs and explains in thorough detail about the importance of genetic testing. I loved that he wanted to spend time getting to know our family to make sure his dog was going to a good home!We fell in love with 6-month, Stage 2 trained, Bear. We call him Teddy Bear because he is so loveable and laid back. He gets along great with our other labradoodle and fits in perfect with our family. Mike has done a great job training him. I highly recommend Mike to anyone who is looking for a wonderful addition to their family!

Response from the owner: Hi Amanda, thank you for the great review, and for giving Teddy a loving forever home! I'm glad you are happy with his training! You have done a terrific job keeping up with her training!

We adopted an 8-month old Black Lab, Annie, from Mike about a month ago. She is such a beautiful, healthy and well behaved puppy. He had already started training and socializing her so we were fortunate to not have to do some of the beginning crate training and socialization on our own. Mike spent so much time with us educating us on the importance of DNA testing and put us at ease that we were investing in a very healthy pup. He checks in on us periodically to make sure that Annie is doing well. She has adjusted so well with our family and I would recommend Mike to anyone who is serious about adding a Labrador or Labradoodle to their family! He was just featured on a WGN segment which shows how passionate he is about being a top breeder!

Response from the owner: Hi Michelle, thank you for the great review and VERY KIND words! I really appreciate you guys giving Annie a loving forever home! I'm glad I was able to get some of her training underway for you! I'm also glad you enjoyed the Daytime Chicago segment on WGN! There will be more coming soon!!

After a great experience with our medium labradoodle (Quinn) from Mike, we knew our next puppy would come from him. We picked up Toby, our mini labradoodle, in March. He quickly adjusted to our home and enjoys time with Quinn. Mike remains in contact, making sure our transition goes smooth. If you are looking to adopt a labradoodle or labrador, I highly recommend Mike!

Response from the owner: Hi Rich! Thank you for the great review and kind words! I really appreciate everything, AND thank you and your family for giving two of my pups AMAZING homes! I'm always available to answer any questions!

Maureen Logsdon

We got Brandy, a Stage 2 Australian Labradoodle, about a month ago. She has fit in seamlessly with our other dogs and three small children. I fully credit that to Mike’s training and breeding. Mike was extremely knowledgeable and easy to work with. We will definitely be back in the future when we are ready for another addition to the family. I can’t recommend enough!

Response from the owner: Hi Maureen! Thank you for the great review and for giving Brandy a great forever home! She always looks so happy in the pics you send..lol.. Reach out anytime with questions, or just to send updated pics!

Whitney Richardson

Mike is the best there is. We got SO LUCKY finding him after years of considering a labradoodle and finally looking into where to go. He is a guru with care guidelines for the dogs, is super responsive and the dogs are incredible. I’m so glad we found Ozzy and Mike. She has become an instant member if our family and know we can call Mike with any questions. We have also boarded Ozzy there while away and know she’s in the best care.

Response from the owner: Hello Whitney and Matt! Thank you guys so much for giving little Ozzy a loving home, and for the AMAZING REVIEW! You are doing a terrific job with her training. When I sat her, she was so well mannered! Such a great little lady! Keep up the great work with her!

We recently got a 7 month old Stage 3 Chocolate Lab puppy from Mike. He was very accommodating of my schedule and did a great job raising this puppy. She is very smart and affectionate, adaptable and well behaved. Fit right in with the rest of my dogs and understands the word no. The whole family loves her!

Response from the owner: Hello Mary! Thank you for the great review, and for giving Bella a loving home! I'm so glad she has been a great fit for Al and his wife! I still laugh when I picture Bela riding on the gold cart with Al. lol!

Joshua Chamblin

Mike is the best. I highly recommend him. He is passionate about what he does, very thorough, easy to work with, and you can tell that he really cares about his dogs. He's not in this business just for the money. The genetic testing he does is far beyond what I've seen anyone else do and I went home with vaccination records and instructions to help me get started with my pup. My experience far exceeded the experience of my friends with other breeders. This guy is the real deal.

Response from the owner: Hi Josh! Thank you for the great review, and for giving Toby a loving forever home! You're doing a great job with him! Looking forward to seeing you both in a couple weeks!

We recently had “Arlo” join our family. He’s a 7 month stage two trained labradoodle puppy. He is so well mannered, calm yet playful. Loves to have you love him. I, having Parkinson’s disease, concerned my husband and myself. We know we needed a well trained puppy. We’ve had a labradoodle who passed so we know we loved the breed. Thankfully we met Mike who did such a great job training Arlo. He is attentive, knows commands is almost completely potty trained, and wants to learn more and more! We are beyond pleased with our experience with Mike. And our new love ARLO!-Honey and Rob Glas

Response from the owner: Hi Honey and Bob! Thank you for the great review, and for giving Arlo a wonderful forever home! I'm so glad he has been such a great fit in your home!

We adopted our lab from Mike a few weeks ago, and couldn't be happier. Mike is extremely knowledgeable and conscientious, and it is clear that is he really loves and cares for all his pups. He was very responsive from the day we first contacted him, and not only provided us with a ton of information and support, but is always there if we have a question, and continues to check in on how we are doing.We adopted a stage 2 trained lab, who is about 7 months old. He has a very sweet temperament, and already has a great leg up on training. We would not hesitate to work with Mike again and are so glad we did.

Response from the owner: Hi guys! Thank you for giving Coleman a great home, and for the terrific review! He is sooooo happy being with you both!!

My parents got 2 dogs from here. We love them . They are super smart dogs, friendly and lovely. The owner is super friendly too.

Response from the owner: Hi guys! Thank you for the great review, and for giving not one, but TWO of my pups amazing homes! They have so much fun together!!

Germaine Moschetto

Mike is the Best!! So helpful and informative. We got a mini labradoodle and he has the best temperament. Mike is always available to answer any questions or concerns. Would definitely recommend.

Response from the owner: Hi Germaine! thank you for the great review, and for giving Rocky a loving home! You have done a wonderful job with his training!! Keep it up!

I just wanted to send Mike a shout out for his dog sitting services. Yes, he is super knowledgeable, helpful, passionate and genuinely cares as a breeder. But also he is my number ONE option when we travel and does a fantastic job. Mike treats our dog Harry like one of his own (has even given care when Harry wasn’t feeling well) and the dog is genuinely excited to go. Harry lives a dream life when he’s there. A ton of space to roam with a bunch of furry friends. And every time we bring him back home, he’s better behaved as it’s clear Mike works with him by second nature. If you’ve adopted a dog from Mike and need sitting services, can’t recommend him enough. The peace of mind knowing your dog is in great hands is priceless!

Response from the owner: Hi Edward, and Harry! It's always a pleasure seeing the BOTH of you! Looking forward to the next visit!!

My wife and I had a great experience with Mike as we went through the process of getting our first puppy. Mike was professional, and attentive to checking in with us after we took our puppy home! His diligence with health screening his dogs is extremely impressive. We couldn't be more happy with the puppy we received. I would recommend Mike to anyone, and we will likely be working with him again when we want another dog in the future!

Response from the owner: Hi Adam! Thank you for the great review, and for giving Winston a loving forever home! I'm sure he's having a blast at The Caddyshack!! lol!!

We absolutely love love love our boy Noah! And we can’t be happier that we found Mike & Chicago Area Labrador and Labradoodles! Noah is a stage 3 trained F1 Labradoodle, and it is a pleasure to have a pup that is soooooo well trained, sit, stay, come, and lay down are all done with easy and he is a joy to walk. But even more important to us, Noah is a sweet, goofy, playful, loving member of our family and he has fit in like he has been with us forever! ( bonus points for being very sweet to our 3.5 yr old grandson)Mike has called and followed up with us numerous times, checking in to see how Noah is doing, making sure any questions we had were answered. You can tell these puppies and dogs are his passion ,and he wants to be sure they are set up for success with their new families.So if you are thinking of adding a furry family member, do not hesitate one second, call Mike and I’m certain you will find the perfect addition to your family!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Thanks Mike!Gary, Janet and Noah

Response from the owner: Hi Janet- thank you for the great review and for giving little (BIG) Noah a loving forever home! It's always great to hear from you and hear about Noah and the happiness he brings your family! He is so lucky to get so much love!!

Had an amazing process with Mike. He was very helpful and responsive and he has been checking in weekly for the past 6 weeks.During the process he answered all our questions and ensured that the puppy will have a good life with us.Happy to recommend Mike as a breeder.

Response from the owner: Hi guys, thank you for the great review and kind words. I'm glad things are going well with Scooby! You're doing a terrific job with him, especially considering your first time dog owners! Keep up the great work and reach out anytime with any questions.

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