What is the difference between a mini & medium goldendoodle?
Mini goldendoodle puppies have an estimated adult weight of 13-25lbs. Medium goldendoodle puppies have an estimated adult weight of 20-35lbs. The biggest puppies from a mini litter may be larger than the smallest puppies from a medium litter. Because goldendoodles are a hybrid breed, the exact size of each puppies varies and pups may vary significantly within the same litter. Sometimes hybrid puppies can even be larger than either of their parents. With that being said, most of the puppies will fall within the specified weight range.
How often do you have puppies?
Historically we have only had two girls. In 2021 we’re excited to introduce several new mamas. You can learn more about our dogs by visiting their personal pages. There is usually a waiting list for the puppies before they are born.
What is included with a puppy?
Before going home, each puppy will be checked by a veterinarian, microchipped, and receive it’s first set of vaccinations. Puppies are also wormed multiple times.
What should we buy to prepare for our new puppy?
The arrival of a new puppy is an exciting event, and you’re likely itching to do some preparatory shopping. Our puppy shopping list provides you with a checklist of recommend items as well as helpful suggestions such as crate dimensions and collar size.
When do puppies go to their new homes?
Puppies are ready to go to their new homes between 8-9 weeks old. We will contact you to set up a day & time for you to come to our home and pick up your new bundle of fur.
Are puppies required to be spayed/neutered?
All puppies are sold on a spay/neuter contract unless otherwise arranged prior to being sold. This means that puppy purchasers agree not to breed their puppies and agree to have their puppy fixed before her second birthday. Please discuss the age at which your puppy should be fixed with your veterinarian. We recommend waiting until after a girl’s first heat to have her spayed, as research indicates that fixing a puppy prior to puberty impacts the closing of growth plates, putting a dog at higher risk for orthopedic issues. Some breeders do fix puppies before sending them home, but research indicates that this practice puts puppies at serious risk for various health issues, so we choose not to do that here.
Will we be allowed to meet the parents?
Yes! We would love for you to meet our parent dogs!
Can we contact you with questions after the puppy is purchased?
Of course! We love to stay in contact with puppy owners. Please contact us with questions at anytime and keep us updated about the fun times you have with your goldendoodle.
Where can we find more pictures of your dogs & puppies?
The best place to find recent pictures of our dogs is on Instagram. More pictures of our dogs & goldendoodle puppies are also available on our blog, Facebook, and Pinterest. Follow us to receive notifications when new photos are posted.
Is there a book about puppy rearing that you recommend?
Yes! The Art of Raising a Puppy by the Monks of New Skete is a great book to read. Don’t feel like you have to read the entire book cover to cover before bringing your new friend home. This book covers stages of puppy development, puppy training, housebreaking, crate training, etc. I think you’ll also find that it will serve as a handy reference.
A member of our family has pet allergies or asthma. Which generation of goldendoodle is best for us?
Due to the genetic makeup, an F1 goldendoodle is not the best choice for a family with dog allergies. Rather a puppy with two copies of the furnishing gene is the best option. Half of F1b goldendoodles have two copies and half only have one copy like an F1 goldendoodle. It is best for families with pet allergies to either choose a puppy from a litter where both parent dogs have two copies of the furnish gene or else pay to genetically test several puppies in a litter to determine which puppies have two copies. Genetic testing for the furnishing gene done by Paw Print Genetics usually costs about $55 per puppy and the results are generally available 2 weeks after Paw Print receives the samples from the breeder. Current research does not indicate that the curliness of a coat impacts allergies. In our experience, keeping the dog’s coat shorter is helpful for decreasing the chance of aggravating allergies. It’s also best to have your pup sleep in a different room than the family member(s) with allergies. Here is a helpful article explaining whether goldendoodles are hypoallergenic. We cannot guarantee that any puppy will be hypoallergenic.
What if I need to rehome my goldendoodle?
We will always take one of our puppies back at anytime, no questions asked. We never want one of our puppies to end up in a shelter.