The Happy Woofer

4.2 (80)

2427 Flat Iron Rd, Harrington, DE 19952
(302) 566-1010
thehappywoofer.com

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Dog breeder

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  • Wheelchair accessible entrance

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Lauren Williams

2023-05

If you are looking to add a new furry family member to your home, The Happy Woofer is the place to go. We actually were fortunate enough to adopt a puppy that was able to spend a lot of extra time with Diane before we took him home and he is such a sweet, playful, and smart pup. It’s obvious that Diane cares very deeply for every single puppy that she takes care of, and ensures that you have all the information you need about taking care of your new furry family member. The bonus and the best part is that she is always willing to answer questions when you have them. She doesn’t just give you a puppy and say “good luck.” We have also used her boarding services on multiple occasions and can’t recommend her enough. I always know our little Oscar is well-loved and taken care of when he stays at The Happy Woofer. Our puppy is healthy and the perfect addition to our family.Edit to add: I personally met Oscars dog parents and they were also happy, friendly, and very clearly loved just as much as our new puppy.

Rosemarie Rose

2023-05

Wow! I can not say enough about how wonderful the people The Happy Woofer are. We got out first fur baby there nine years ago. Loved her so much went back again three years later and got a second pup. Two years ago a third! They all checked out great at the vet. And are best friends. Diane and her family are simply awesome when it comes to taking care of their facility and explaining how to take care of our puppies! Our experience was just so great that we went back again and again! Can’t recommend them enough! Thank you to everyone there for giving us our little gems!

Kate vez

2023-05

I bought my beautiful bichon 6 years ago from this place. He’s a great dog however I’m convinced this place is a puppy mill not a breeder that cares about their dogs. When coming to purchase my puppy I fell in love with him instantly, I requested the health records from the parents and they Could NOT give them to me. I requested to see the mom and the said she couldn’t be seen for “health reasons” several red flags. I still got my puppy as I honestly wanted to get him out of there. My friend also bought her dog from here and had a terrible experience ! They sell so many different breeds of dogs only for revenue. I’ve reported this place serval times

Jess Haverkamp

2021-05

We purchased our shepadoodle (Boomer formerly Moe) last March. You can tell he was well taken care of and has grown into a wonderful dog that is part of the family. He was reasonably priced and we had no issues. Highly recommend.

Katie Roberts

2023-05

My German Shepherd (born here) and my Bernese Mountain dog love going here which shows what amazing care they get. I appreciate Diane and the Happy Woofer so much. She’s always made time for us and made sure everything was smooth and my puppies happy. 10 out of 10 would recommend!!!

Todd Freeman

2023-05

As a repeat customer, I love Happy Woofer. They are a wonderful and loving breeder and I always feel like part of the family.

Tammy Lewicki

2023-05

My daughter has bought their 3 dogs from the Happy Woofer -the 1st a Yorkie and the last 2 are Yorkiepoo - they have the best temperament and loving dogs❤️ The grandkids (ages 7-15) love them with all their hearts - they really are part of the family. I was able to visit with my daughter her last Yorkiepoo before she was old enough to go home - which was such a great visit since I live out of state and wouldn’t be there the day they brought her home. They really are our “Granddogs” 💙❤️

Susan Signall

2021-05

Diane is amazing. We got our amazing Jack Benny puppy from Diane 10 years ago, and he is the BEST dog! I called Diane today as we got a new puppy in Texas and was up all night. She took the time to chat with me and gave me some tips for crate training. She is a kind and a deeply caring owner with a passion for animals!! I highly recommend the Happy Woofer!!

Katie Andreacchio

2019-05

Sammy is a little over a year old now. He has the best temperament, and character I have ever had in a dog. He is so friendly, and he constantly wants to meet everyone. He is literally the smartest dog I've ever owned. I did not have one single issue with his health concerning his lifestyle before he came to me. The staff was curtious, and very understanding. I will from now on use The Happy Woofer whenever I decide to add on to the family, again. I couldn't be happier with my experience, and I would recommend everyone to them.UPDATE:Sam is getting close to being three years old this year, and I still am so glad with my decision to bring him into the family from the happy woofer. He is literally my heart! No health problems, still such great temperament. Just an all around great dog!

Ronald Heinefield

2020-05

I purchased my Poodle puppy here. He is a happy, healthy and socialized dog. This place looks like a farm, but they offer many, mostly small breeds. They are brought into this world by loving, professional breeding. There prices are fair for the exceptional healthy dogs they raise. I recommend them to everyone, and my sister has adopted three darling puppies there.

MaryAnn Tavares

2022-05

Meet & greet with Diane and our new puppy was an awesome experience. Seeing how happy her dogs are was comforting. Beautiful property! Can't wait to bring our Schnoodle home!

Michael Lisi

2017-05

I would discourage anyone from buying a pet from the happy woofer. Unless you want to risk having an unhealthy pet? If you read the fine print (which they never sent me) they protect themselves very well. It wasn't until I fished through their website when I found their disclosure statement that exempts them from just about every possible disease. I don't get fooled very often, but Diane really sucked me into her "I love animals" sales pitch.I appreciate people who work hard and try to earn a honest living, but the happy woofer could care less about the health of the animals they breed, or the families that may end up with an unhealthy pet. I don't believe Diane is a legitimate breeder. The happy woofer is nothing more than a 25 acre puppy mill that does not specialize in any one particular breed.My experience ended after a three week absence of no email replies; so I sent Diane one last email to refund my deposit that I had on a puppy. And thankfully she did refund the full deposit of $200 because she was well aware that I would have eventually disputed it with PayPal.The lesson is, you really need to carefully screen a breeder well before making a such a huge commitment.

Tabitha Foltz

2018-05

This place is not a PUPPY MILL!! For those of you saying that it is, shame on you. Honestly do yourselves a favor and look up the definition of a puppy mill. Research it if you have too. I don't own any dogs from this place. Never bought one. However when I do decide to get a puppy this will be the place for me. I've talked to numerous people who have bought dogs from them and have had nothing negative to say. Gets recommend them too. Just cause your against breeders, if you don't have ask the facts then shut up. I'm so sick and tired of honest breeders getting picked on. This facility maintains a lot of dogs. They keep it clean, they keep it maintained and most of all they keep ALL animals loved and cared for. Ugh you people make me sick!!

Shannon Quinn

2017-05

My family & I have just recently got our puppy and we couldn't be more happy and in love with him! Their facility was very clean! Diane took the extra time to sit with me (I had TONS of questions) and explain everything and answer all of my questions and concerns. I would highly recommend them.

Cindy Butler

2017-05

We bought our Biewer puppy at the Happy Woofer. They were highly recommended by our Vet at VCA animal Clinic. We visited the facility 3 times since we live in the same area. The facility is absolutely spotless and all animals were groomed and very well taken care off. I would highly recommend the Happy Woofer.

David Corrigan

2018-05

This is a puppy mill those who say it isn’t, shame on you. My wife and I purchased a dog from them that Diane claimed was a breeding dog that they wanted to sell because they were no longer going to breed shelties. It was described as shy but just be patient.We have through the vast expense of veterinary and behavioral pet specialists come to realize that we bought from a dog mill. They likely were pushing this dog out because it didn’t have good litters. They knowingly gave us a dog which we’ve had to expend significant money and time to try and make somewhat normal.It had never had human interaction and wasn’t able to be petted, walked, fed, or potty trained. If you see the stories about how people bought a puppy with no problems be very skeptical. Ask to go and see the entire kennel if you go. If you do and see cages stacked you will know.

Gina Broom

2023-05

Our dog loves happy woofers just as much as we love taking him there. Diane is amazing 👏

Cynthia Proetzel

2019-05

I worked for this location for a month several years back and when they wouldn't bring their standards up I had to leave bc of the way they treated the animals. They operate at minum state law levels which is very much a puppy mill .Their dogs are only moved from the inside kennel to their outside kennels when they need to clean the kennels. The dogs do NOT get more interaction besides what it takes to clean the kennel and feed them. The puppies are barely interacted with besides to give them shots and clean their puppy kennels. These dogs are not socialized at all, they are kept in pens 24 hours a day and have no ability to socialize or learn good behaviors. Do not buy from them

Robert R

2018-05

We got our Chonzer (half Bichon Frise and half miniature schnauzer) a few years ago and it was the best decision we ever made! Our dog is the most loving addition to our family we could have hoped for. Our experience with the Happy Woofer was nothing but positive. It is a peaceful, serene, out-of-the-way farm whose owners are breeding dogs. The people calling this place a "puppy mill" must be the same type who don't eat hamburgers because it's cruel to animals. Not everyone can find the pet they want from a shelter - so give it a rest. If The Happy Woofer has a breed of dog that you are looking for, I highly recommend you visit them.

phyllis sockwell

2022-05

Our Bichon was born at the happy woofer. I can honestly say he is one of the best dogs we have ever had. He is our 5th Bichon in over 30 years

Steven Hauser

2018-05

Not a happy place. Puppy mill for sure. Look at how many different breeds they offer. The dogs are mistreated and have behavioral problems. If they don't let you go back and see the full kennel space where they keeps all of the breeding dogs - run. This is a puppy mill. Don't be fooled by the fake facebook posts.I know first hand someone who bought a dog from them. Supposed to be one of the breeding dogs. It was 3 years old, never been house or crate trained. Ask yourself how does a three year old dog not trained - because they are kept in crates and not socialized. It has severe human interaction problems.Buy a puppy and you may never see what they truly do to the breeding dogs and how they are treated. Those who say it's not a mill don't have a clue.

Noelle Maertens

2018-05

THIS IS A PUPPY MILL. READ THROUGH THE REVIEWS. YOU WILL SEE A TREND OF REVIEWS VERIFYING THIS IS A MILL.????DO YOU UNDERSTAND WHAT THEY DO TO SELL YOU A DOG????WHOMEVER IS WRITING THESE GLOSSED OVER REVIEWS OF THIS HAPPY WOOFER MUST BE DELUDED OR BLIND TO THE REALITY OF HOW THIS DOG WAS PRODUCED.... 42 BREEDS..... COME ON FOLKS.I have had first hand experience with a dog my girlfriend bought from this horrible place. This dog exhibits behaviors of significant isolation, no socialization, no ability to even wag her tail, bark, play, walk on a lease. She is unable to respond to an offer of being pet or loved; absolutely neglected her entire life. It makes you want to cry. So very sad.Unsure if this sweet dog will ever recover from what this place did to her in order to get a buck. Happy Woofer Owners: Get a real job and give up the animal abuse racket for a living on the suffering you farm.And, you told my girlfriend that the dog was "shy". Ha.Don't be a victim to this sham. Rescue a pet from a Shelter and help put this Puppy Mill out of business.

Lourdes Corrigan

2018-05

This is a dog mill. We purchased a dog from them not realizing what they were. The dog had health and behavioral issues that we have had to spend significant money to correct. Don't believe me - when you go, ask to go back and see where they keep all of the animals. Don't be fooled by the small room that they will bring you into with limited pens. If they won't let you back to see all of them, it will confirm for you that they are a mill. They will have a million excuses about why you can't but just think about it. Your vet or boarder will let you go back. RUN.

John Brobyn

2022-05

Owners are wonderful..picking our puppy up this week. Beautiful Vizlas.

Tommy Gross

2020-05

Since I picked up Pebbles 3yrs ago today, I couldn't be happier. I was given a great healthy puppy and she is my 💓 family. The best decision I ever made. I now am thinking about getting a black one and name her Bam Bam Bam Bam 😎, keep me posted. Tom Gross

Sara F

2019-05

I was satisfied. Dr overall healthy and happy. He does have hookworms which we are treating but was got at reasonable price and cheaper than a pet store

Jayla Kimble

2017-05

Loving people help with everything...we even interrupting there lunch time and they we still so so so sweet to us!!! And even have better health dogs then the spca's!!! Just wonderful people and loving people and loving to their animal's!!!

dewayne smith

2016-05

We bought our miniature schnauzer a year and a half ago and it was a great experience we got to come a month early and they let us spend time with our pup... Looking for another one soon and we will defiantly be going back

Catherine Faircloth

2019-05

This is a wonderful place to take your pets. They are so well taken care of. Diane is truly a blessing in many ways.

Mark Rein

2021-05

We got our dog from The Happy Woofer 10 years ago, Our Vet even said how empressed he was when we took Chase for the very first visit.

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Monday 12-4 PM
Tuesday 12-4 PM
Wednesday 12-4 PM
Thursday 12-4 PM
Friday 12-4 PM
Saturday 12-4 PM
Sunday 12-4 PM

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