ABOUT HAPPYTAIL PUPPIES
Since 2005, Happytail Puppies has been dedicated to helping families find healthy, happy puppies that become cherished members of their homes. Every puppy is raised with care, attention, and a focus on health, socialization, and preparing them for a lifetime of companionship.
Founded on a passion for responsible breeding and exceptional care, Happytail Puppies has grown into a trusted community that connects families across the country with well-socialized, high-quality puppies. We work closely with responsible breeders who share our commitment to ethical practices and the highest standards of care.
Today, owners Montana, Sonya, and Mav continue to lead that mission alongside a dedicated team that is passionate about the health, happiness, and wellbeing of every puppy. From the first inquiry to bringing your new companion home, we are committed to providing guidance, support, and an exceptional experience for every family we serve.
Since 2005
Family Owned
Guardian Program
Raised with Care
Meet the People Behind
Happytail Puppies
Our passionate team works hands-on every day to raise, care for, and match puppies with the right families. They're the heart of everything we do.
Co-Founder
Montana co-founded Happytail Puppies with a vision of ethical, family-first breeding. Montana's deep love for dogs and unwavering commitment to quality has shaped the heart of this brand from day one.
Co-Founder
Mav brings strategic leadership and a genuine passion for animal welfare. Mav oversees operations and ensures every puppy raised under the Happytail name receives the highest standard of care.
Co-Founder
Sonya is the warmth behind Happytail. She built the customer experience from the ground up, ensuring every family feels supported, informed, and excited throughout their puppy journey.
Lisa oversees daily operations, ensuring every puppy receives exceptional care while keeping the adoption process smooth, organized, and enjoyable for every family.
Elizabeth monitors every puppy's health milestones, oversees early socialization routines, and ensures each pup is fully prepared — physically and emotionally — for their new home.
Katie works closely with families during the adoption process, providing personalized guidance on breed matching, early care routines, and what to expect in the first weeks at home.
Angel is dedicated to the day-to-day wellbeing of every puppy in our care. From feeding schedules to behavioral development, she ensures every pup is thriving before going to their forever home.
Sallie keeps everything running seamlessly behind the scenes — from coordinating reservations and managing paperwork to ensuring every family receives timely updates on their upcoming puppy.
Chloe shares the Happytail story with the world — through social media, community events, and brand collaborations. She's the reason so many families first discover their perfect pup through us.
See Happytail in Action
Go behind the scenes at our facility — meet the team, watch our puppies grow, and see why thousands of families trust us to find their perfect companion.
Happytail Puppies — Where Every Tail Finds Its Forever Family
How Happytail Began
It all started in a small family home in Oak Ridge, NC. A shared love for dogs, and a passion for improving breed bloodlines and temperaments. They set out to do it differently with transparency, heart, and a genuine commitment to every family they served.
HappyTail Puppies Is Born
With a dream of raising puppies ethically and a pair of miniature dachshunds, Happytail Puppies was born.
Family Home Turned Puppy Nursery
The Mackovic family home was turned into a full-time puppy nursery, taking care of newborn puppies all the way through to adoption time with their new families.
Teaming Up With Dedicated Guardian and Partner Breeders
Teaming up and sharing expertise and ideas with likeminded, dedicated family breeders allowed for more breeding knowledge to be shared and breeds to be added to Happytail for the growing demand and customer requests.
Over 20 Years Breeding and Adopting Puppies Across The US
With over 20 years of experience breeding well-tempered and healthy puppies, as well as adopting puppies and serving families, we have improved every step of the process along the way.
Why Happytail Puppies?
We do things differently — and our longterm commitment to puppies shows. Here's what makes us the trusted choice for families across the country.
Ethical Breeding Standards
Every puppy is raised by licensed, family-owned breeders under strict ethical guidelines.
Lifetime Health Guarantee
We back every puppy with our industry-leading lifetime health guarantee.
Family-Owned & Operated
We're not a corporation — we're 30+ caring families who treat every puppy as our own.
Safe Nationwide Delivery or In-Person Pickup
Our stress-free delivery program brings your puppy home safely and happily, nationwide. You can also pickup in-person at our facility in Oak Ridge, NC.
Ongoing Customer Support
Our team of consultants is available before, during, and after adoption.
Expert Training Programs
Professional training programs to give your new family member the best start.
Your Puppy's Journey Home
From the moment you start browsing to the day your puppy arrives — here's exactly how the Happytail experience works.
Browse Available Puppies
Explore our available puppies and find the one that feels like yours. Each puppy has an individual puppy profile with detailed information. We encourage you to reach out to one of our puppy consultants with your adoption questions.
Reserve with a $200 Deposit
Secure your chosen pup with a fully refundable $200 deposit while you finalize your plans and paperwork.
Meet Your Pup Virtually or In Person
Schedule a live virtual visit to meet your puppy virtually before they come home. Or come to our facility in Oak Ridge, NC and meet your puppy in person.
Pickup or Delivery
Pickup your puppy at our Oak Ridge, NC location (7 days a week) for an in-person experience or choose our safe nationwide delivery program focused on puppy comfort.
Puppies, Families & Happy Memories
Real photos from our facility, deliveries, and the families who've trusted us with their newest family member.
Everything You Need,
Every Step of the Way
We've built a full ecosystem of support around every puppy — because a happy pup deserves a confident, prepared family.
Flexible Financing
We offer flexible financing options so bringing home your dream pup doesn't have to be stressful on your budget.
Explore Financing →Nationwide Delivery or In-Person Pickup
Our safe, stress-free delivery program brings your puppy right to your door or professional flight options to your local airport. As well as in-person pickups at our location in Oak Ridge, NC.
Delivery Information →Post-Adoption Support
Our puppy care consultants are available after adoption to help with feeding, training, health questions, and transitional guidance.
Learn More →Pet Insurance
We've partnered with top providers to offer pet insurance so your pup stays protected from day one of their life with you.
View Options →Training Programs
Professional puppy training programs — from basic obedience to advanced behavioral support — tailored to your breed.
Explore Training →Global Pet Security
All our puppies come microchipped and we’ve partnered with Global Pet Security for your microchip registration, giving your family complete peace of mind from day one.
About GPS →Real Stories from Real Families
Don't just take our word for it — here's what the families we've served have to say about their Happytail experience.
"From the first phone call to the day our little Mochi arrived, the Happytail team was incredible. She's healthy, happy, and already the center of our world. 10/10!"
"We were nervous about getting a puppy online, but Happytail made us feel comfortable every step of the way. The virtual visit was a game-changer. Biscuit is everything!"
"The delivery was so smooth and Coco arrived happy and calm. The team checked in multiple times after adoption — they genuinely care. Recommending Happytail to everyone!"
