Responsible breeders help ensure that their puppies grow into happy, healthy dogs. A quality breeder will always be available, by phone or email, to answer your questions, provide expert advice, or just enjoy all the photos of your puppy growing up. I know I personally love getting regular updates and photos of your Australian Labradoodle […]
What Breed Is Right For You?
When deciding to add a dog to your family there are so many factors to consider. Most modern dogs will not be working dogs (tending a flock, flushing fields, clearning barns, guarding or moving a heard). While that heart shaped corgi butt might be cute, beware they love to nip from behind. Australian Shepherds are […]
Cuddle Chemical
Ask anyone who spends time with a Noble Vestal Labradoodle on a regular basis and they will let you know just how much joy their tail-wagging companion delivers. In fact, according to a Dog Parent Study conducted by BarkBox, 71% of dog parents believe that their dogs have made them happier people. Almost 80% find it […]
Seasonal Allergies: Symptoms And Solutions
As seasons change and flowers bloom, many of us experience the watery eyes, sniffles and sneezes associated with seasonal allergies. But, did you know your fur baby may suffer from allergies too? Pet allergies don’t manifest with exactly the same symptoms we struggle with and may stem from a variety of allergens. Keep reading to […]
Symptoms Of Seasonal Allergies In Pets And How To Treat Them
When seasons shift, we hoomans run the risk of experiencing seasonal allergies and know just how uncomfortable they can be. Unfortunately, so do our wet-nosed companions! Allergies in dogs and cats can be hard to identify — and even trickier to treat. As pet parents, we want our fur babies to be comfortable, pain-free and […]
Newborn Puppy Facts
New born puppies and moms have a very unique biome that requires every factor to be in place to sustain the life of delicate new born puppies. Puppies require warmth from their mother to be able to digest and absorb nutrition. Puppies cannot self regulate their body temperature and because of this puppies are born […]
Important Considerations Before Changing Your Puppy’s Food
Important Considerations Before Changing Your Puppy’s Food Please read this. Food is a critical factor in the health and development of your puppy. Any time a puppy owner calls me and says “my puppy is having digestive issues” my question is “when did you change food?” not “did you change food?” We see this repeatedly, […]
Early Socialization Is A Vaccine For Behavioral Issues
MYTH: “Don’t take your puppy anywhere until they’re fully vaccinated.” FACT: “The primary and most important time for puppy socialization is the first three months of life. For this reason, the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior believes that it should be the *standard of care* for puppies to receive such socialization before they are […]
What It Really Takes To Have A Good Dog
How Often Does Labradoodle Really Need Vaccinated
SO JUST HOW LONG DO YOUR PET’S SHOTS LAST? Definitely longer than a year! According to the top pet immunologist (aka vaccine expert) in the world, Dr. Ronald Schultz, Ph.D. – “ Annual revaccination provides no benefit and may increase the risk for adverse reactions.” What the heck are adverse reactions (or side effects)? Well […]
Train Your Australian Labradoodle Today
If your dog is engaging in bad behavior you need to keep training. You need to provide mental and physical stimulation beyond the back yard.
What To Do About Dinner?
So you’ve heard about heart condition caused by your dog’s food? It is scary! It is all over the internet! It must be true! Here is what you should know that no one is telling you- Dr. Freeman the original vet in charge of this study is actually consulting for Purina and Hills! “Within the […]
Australian Labradoodles Aren’t Born With Bad Behaviors In Their DNA
Every year roughly 6.5 million dogs and cats enter shelters, about 25% of this get adopted, 10% find their way back to their actual owner and sadly the rest are euthanized. Most of these statistics would be much lower if only we did a better job as their caretakers. Properly socializing and training these pets […]
To Do or Not To Do Early Spay & Neuter
I often get asked if I will make an exception for a well meaning family. The request usually starts something like “I just lost my golden to cancer, he was only six years old. Aren’t they to young at that age, I always heard that you should do that when they are six months old. […]
Am I Right For The Breed?
You’ve seen them in town with their owners. It was cute! It was so well behaved. It was friendly. It looked like a real live teddy-bear! So you’re curious- is a doodle or even better is an Australian Labradoodle right for you or are you right for the Australian Labradoodle? HIGH MAINTENANCE Type COMPANION This […]
