What Noble Vestal Families are Saying..
Choosing the right puppy and breeder is a deeply personal decision, and every family’s journey is unique.
Bringing home a puppy is more than a transaction, it’s the beginning of a lifelong relationship and countless cherished memories.
We are incredibly grateful for the families who place their trust in us during such an important season of life and for the updates, stories, and experiences they share as with their Noble Vestal puppy alongside them.
Thank you for taking the time to research this breed and Kendra Vestal as a potential breeder from whom to purchase a puppy!
Our experiences with Kendra have been extremely favorable. She is a conscientious breeder who takes the time to educate the community about this breed and works to produce very high-quality puppies. Her adult dogs that I have had the pleasure to work with have been outstanding animals with the best temperaments and outstanding health as well.
Kendra always works to provide a wonderful experience for her new puppy families. She is available to them for questions, advice, and an enormous amount of knowledge that comes from being a part of this breed for many years. Kendra is definitely the most conscientious and ethical breeder of Labradoodles that I have worked with.
I truly feel that you cannot go wrong with adopting one of Kendra’s puppies. She will be with you every step of the way and your family will truly be blessed in making this decision. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to call or email us.
Sincerely,
Dr. Kurt Phillips
DVM Woodland Animal Hospital
Carmel, IN
(317) 844-2696
Kendra is a breeder who is devoted to bettering the Australian Labradoodle breed. I have had the pleasure of working with Kendra since 2004 and many of her dogs, she provides the best care for her dogs and is careful to breed only the best with regards to personality, health, and quality. As a mobile veterinarian, I get the privilege of seeing my patient’s home environment. Kendra raises her dogs as part of her family in her home, she maintains guardian homes so that she can have a personal relationship with each of her dogs and puppies, resulting in well-adjusted, outgoing puppies. I am proud to recommend a breeder such as Kendra.
Jerry Flanders
VIP Animal Care
A LABRADOODLE BREEDER TRULY THE TOP OF HER CLASS!
It is so often we hear all of the negatives and the positives are never heard.
I would like anyone who is considering buying an “Australian Labradoodle” to hear about my wonderful experience in dealing with… KENDRA VESTAL.
On October 4th 2008 my husband and I picked up our gorgeous chocolate labradoodle boy at the airport in Ct.
He (Tucker) was absolutely perfect! Just as Kendra indicated and assured me time and time again that he would be. “Just what we were looking for”.
Because we are already the owner of a precious apricot doodle and would not trade him for the world, our request for what we wanted was not exactly what we received.
Our first doodle (not from Kendra) although sweet as could be and we love like no other, has a very interesting coat to say the least. The loose soft curls we requested turned out to be well… I just don’t know what you would call it, Soft loose fleece coat Definitely Not!
That being said. Even though these difficult economic and trying times it is so easy for us to be grumpy and irritable at times. As you could imagine, I had placed numerous phone calls to Kendra Re: the puppy.
Time and time again… the other end of the phone was always Cheery, Knowledgeable, Kind, Patient, and Extremely Attentive to my concerns and needs.
Even after the delivery of Tucker Kendra continued to call on a daily basis to be sure Tucker and his new family were adapting well.
Kendra’s Knowledge and Love for this breed is passionate and I recommend her to anyone looking for a loving Quality Australian Labradoodle.
Sincerely,
Lisa from CT
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This furball is 3 years old today! He has brought so much joy to our family. I mean, look at that face
He is the best. Dog. Ever. I don’t know how you did it, Kendra, but you literally delivered a made-to-order puppy for our family He checks every box!. Happy Birthday, Cooper!! (Jammers/Veruca baby)
Jennifer Landers
Thank you for giving me two of the greatest things that have ever happened to me. They may have saved my life.
seriously.
Dear Kendra,
Our Harry is simply a delight: sweet, smart, friendly, kind, curious, lively, a bit rambunctious but eminently trainable, the perfect pet and friend. He is now a bit over two years old, and has become a bit of local celebrity, my neighbors like him and so do our friends
Hi Kendra – just wanted to say thank you again for Reese. She has adjusted so nicely to our family life. Both boys just adore her. She is such a sweet girl.
Thank you again,
Two years ago today I got the text I’d been waiting for. The babies had been born! One of them would be mine! I didn’t know which one, whether male or female, cinnamon or white, big or small. Our breeder makes the matches, which was hard for this control freak; but she was wise, and he is perfect for us. I remember it like yesterday. I’d just gotten out of the fall festival parade and was heading into Lions Park to open the silent auction, and just like that…I had a pick up date for my little furry toddler. My Solomon. My very own special blessing. Perpetual baby, silly, troublesome, snuggly big bugger that he is. He is my shadow, my helper and my unwavering side kick. Whatever I’m doing, he’s doing, and he’d have it no other way. We have our moments when I think “why did I do this?” (Like last night when he got into the trash for the first time ever! Or when I find the many chewed up shoes), but most days I think he’s just the sweetest blessing ever. He’s been raised by yorkies, so he thinks he’s an 8lb lap dog, and my thighs are generally covered with love bruises because of it, but all in all, I think he’s the best. Happy birthday, bigguns! Glad you like me more than Mark Amman!
I cannot believe our little girl is a year old today! I wanted to pen this email to you, Kendra, and try to even begin to thank you for the beautiful best friend you brought into our lives.
She is the most well-behaved, sweet-hearted, smart, and loving dog I could’ve imagined. She is, without a doubt, our favorite part of every day.
This past February, she helped out in our proposal and it was more perfect than we imagined.
We walked up to the new ice rink at Lambeau Field when Jaryd pointed in front of us and said “Alyce, who’s that?” I looked up to see Hermione bounding towards us with white flowers around her neck and a ring box dangling below. It wouldn’t have been the same without her on that day. I attached a picture of her ‘outfit’ on proposal day, and then a picture of us after the surprise proposal happened.
We take her absolutely everywhere we go and she wouldn’t have it any other way. She’s a Velcro dog, but we love that about her. She doesn’t mind being alone when she can’t be with us, but if we are home, she’s glued to my side! I always joke that I haven’t gone to
the bathroom alone since we got her. Ha! She hangs out in my personal office at my dental clinic many days. She loves walks on the trail, loves showing off her tricks, loves going to Jaryd’s softball games, loves car rides, and loves watching the Cubs and Packers (at least we pretend she does). She loves running, playing, and fetching in our new, fenced-in, huge backyard. She loves boating with us, but is NOT a fan of being in the water, even if we put her life jacket on. She loves to visit her cousin Ginger (Pricco… my aunt and uncle’s NVL that started my love for your dogs) and she loves every other dog she can meet.
We cannot take her anywhere without being stopped so someone can tell us how beautiful and well-behaved she is. I tell them we spent a lot of time training her in classes and at home, but a HUGE part of that is all thanks to the quality of your breeding program and all the work you do in the eight weeks before she came with us. Especially now that I can compare her to some of my other friends who’ve adopted dogs from breeders who were not of your caliber. Your dogs are on an entirely different level.
We are getting married this New Year’s Eve, and then hopefully within the next few years she will have a new little human friend to play with J
I didn’t grow up with a dog, but I still thought that eventually when I got a pet that I would be quite attached. That was an understatement. It is so much more than that. I don’t think I could’ve begun to imagine how much she means to me. I don’t know what I would do without her, and I never even want to think about it. I’m sure you’ve heard this all before from all your NVL families, but it needs to be said again. Thank you so much for letting us be her mom and dad, and for bringing such a perfect girl into our lives. We love our Hermione so much.
We are SO very grateful for this little ball of love that has completely changed our lives!!! Hank was initially intended to be a therapy dog for our oldest son Jack; however, what we didn’t expect was for him to be a therapy dog to all of us! Kendra, we are so thankful!!! Thankful for an amazing trainer too!! #noblevestaldifference #therapydog #hankthetank
You don’t just breed puppies, you create happiness.
And believe me, my friend, you are damn good at it.
Vicki Davis
We can not thank you enough for Einstein! We love him so much he is a huge part of our family. Although Jeff was very skeptical about bringing a puppy into our home when our bulldog passed away, Einstein has proved all his concerns wrong and he has won a huge place in his heart. Einstein was very easy to potty train, has never once chewed on anything except his own bones and he is calm and laid back 23.5 hrs out of the day.
(Sweetie/Huck July 4th 2011)
Kendra,
Brett and I are having the time of our lives w/Dugan. He is now 9 mo. old at 52 lbs. and still growing. As you know it has been a decision of long considerations since we lost Bruno 4-1/2 years ago. Dugan has such a great personality with people and dogs alike. Since the beginning of becoming parents I wanted Dugan to become very comfortable with all surroundings. Currently I take he to puppy daycare two days a week. He has become one of there favorites and spends his days playing with other pups behind the desk. I enjoy the fact that he is totally exhausted come days end as I know he had a great time. Dugan, also enjoys his quality time with the individuals and store owner alike in our small town. I am currently seeking on Dugan becoming a therapy dog for those of the elder age. I believe non-verbal communication of animals is a benchmark for human happiness.
Fondly,
Denise, Brett and Dugan Magnuson
Kendra,
I must mention your name at least 2 or 3 times per day! Everywhere I go with our dog Lucky somebody stops me and asks me where I got him and this is what I say:
Lucky came from Indiana. I have the best breeder ever! If you are thinking of getting a Labradoodle call her. She is the most amazing, responsible and dedicated breeder.
I was skeptical about getting a dog from Indiana especially because I thought I wanted to pick out my own puppy but Kendra convinced me that she makes the decision based on the dogs personality and she could not have done a better job matching Lucky with us! Many years ago I promised my then only child she would have a dog one day. As life unfolded and her younger brother was almost old enough I started researching the Labradoodle breed and the breeders. My daughter was extremely involved in the process, often finding available labradoodles on-line and posting contact numbers all over the house. One day as I walked the local pond with my sister”s dog I saw an adorable red labradoodle named Paisley. I asked if she was from a local breeder and was told she came from Indiana. I said I wanted a more local breeder but Paisley stole my heart and before I knew it I was calling I was calling this Kendra in Indiana. Now when I take my Lucky out I see the same thing happen to others. Lucky steals hearts.
I can not say enough good things about my experience with Kendra before and after Lucky came home to us. I told her what it was I loved about Paisley and all about our family dynamics and she assured me she would know which puppy to send to us. She certainly did know. Before Lucky came to us Kendra educated us by sending weekly updates and preparatory emails. Each week she posted adorable images of the individual pups in the litter. She let us know around week 6 which puppy was ours. My daughter made a binder and kept every correspondence. We were ready when he arrived at Logan Airport. Once he moved in we did have some questions and I never hesitated to call Kendra for her input. It is hard to believe that Lucky has only been with us for just under a year. I can no longer imagine life without him.
He is so smart, calm and adoring. He has had some training and I hope to eventually get him trained as a therapy dog.
When I tell people who know me in person and in the blog world that I got a dog… their response is always the same…
“You got a dog? But I thought you didn’t like dogs!”
It is no secret that I’ve always claimed to not be a “dog person.” Quite frankly, I was ridiculously scared of them. I’d been bitten a few times when I was a kid…. and the dogs sensed my fear which just made things worse. When I became a photographer and people were wanting photos with their dogs, I’d comply but reluctantly. People would always say, “but you won’t be scared of my dog… s/he’s better than the others!” Well, they were wrong… I was always frightened.
Mike would often suggest getting a dog, I’d always respond… “I’ll never ever own a dog, EVER!” I was so not fair to him…
All of that changed when “Bauer” came into our lives. He was a lost boxer roaming through the streets of our neighborhood and Mike brought him in. He said, “Bobbi, don’t be alarmed… there’s a dog in the house.”
“WHAT??!?! ARE YOU CRAZY?!”
…and then the strangest thing happened. I, in an instant, wanted Bauer to be our dog (that wasn’t his real name, but that’s what we called him for the day he was ours). As cheesy as it sounds, seeing him follow Mike around in our home just felt right.
That evening we posted signs around the neighborhood and within an hour, Bauer’s real family called us… “OH! You found Buddy! What a relief!” How bittersweet that was. It was in that moment that I knew we needed a dog in our lives.
There was only one requirement… our dog needed be a hypoallergenic breed because with our workshops, we have a lot of people in and out of our home, so that was very important to us. We had it narrowed down to a Portuguese Water Dog and a Labradoodle.
I found two dogs that were available in the Midwest (one of them even in Indiana) on a “Doodle Rescue” site. We filled out the verrrry long application and waited to hear back… and waited… and waited. Then I emailed and waited… and waited…. and waited. A month later I re-checked the site and found another doodle available for rescue. We re-submitted our application. We didn’t hear one word from them! I became very frustrated with that whole process so I started researching local breeders.
After a big of Googling / forum reading I soon found Noble Vestal Labradoodles, located 30 minutes north of us in Noblesville, Ind. I called and spoke with the owner Kendra and started following their biz page on Facebook. A few months later I saw that she had a three year old stud dog from Colorado named Murphy who needed what they call a “guardian home.” Mike and I talked it over and off to Noblesville we went to meet him. I was immediately smitten! NEVER (really, NEVER!) have I pet, let alone cuddled with a dog. Murphy, however doesn’t take no for an answer. He craaaaaves the attention… I gave it and he took it…;)There, she also had a very pregnant dog who climbed into my lap, looked up at me and said “pet me now, I’m irresistible and pregnant.” So I did… I rubbed on that very full belly of puppies. I just knew I’d found the place to find our perfect companion.
I asked lots of questions… “I know we’re his ‘guardian parents,’ but is he really our dog?” Absolutely! she answered.
“Does that mean that when you’re done with him you’ll take him back and sell him to someone else?” Nope. He’ll be 100% yours. (Sidenote… Murphy does on occasion have puppies available so be sure to check out Noble Vestal’s website for more info).
It was a done deal… I was in love with Murphy and wasn’t going to let anyone else be his mom! We went home and started preparing for his arrival (Holy cowabunga there was SO much to do / buy… WHOA!)
A week or two later, he was home with us and we all grew attached to each other in record time. It was as though he were meant to be our dog from the beginning. Mike left town for the first few days he was home (to celebrate his Dad’s birthday with an already-planned fishing trip). As terrible as it sounds was the best thing that could have happened to Murphy and I. The situation forced me to bond with and love him as I couldn’t lean on Mike for support. From that weekend on, he became a momma’s boy.;)
Then, about a month later Mike had shoulder surgery. Murphy just knew exactly what Mike needed which I find fascinating! I remember posting a photo to Instagram of Murphy cuddling on Mike when my friend Gail said, “ It’s like that dog has been a member of your family always.” I couldn’t have agreed more. (and just for good measure, here’s another photo of Murphy after Mike’s surgery)
Now, looking back I can’t believe I haven’t had a dog my entire life. It’s so hard for me to put into words. The amount of joy, contentment and just plain fun that he’s brought into our world is unbelievable. For the first time in my life I get it. I get why people are obsessed their dogs. When we come home after a few hours away and he’s about to go crazy with excitement… there’s no better feeling. Oh how we love this dog!
Though I still wouldn’t necessarily call myself a “dog person”… I’m more of a Murphy Mo person.;)That being said, I now respect and understand the relationship and love that people have with their dogs. I’m also now, for the most part, no longer scared of dogs. This is HUGE for me.:D
Oh, about his name… before Murphy was our dog we’d talk about our future imaginary dog named “Mo” so when he came into our lives it was only natural to give him a middle name.;)
Last week, for the first time… I busted out the big camera on his cuteness. Three things. 1) I have a whole new respect for dog photographers; they’re hard to photograph! I’d get close to him to snap a photo and he’d want to do is snuggle. 2) Black dogs are especially hard to photograph (especially if you prefer naturally lit photos like we do). Here’s what I learned… Creating a ratio is the best way to get around it (light coming in from one side). 3) I’m about to be crazy dog person and frame these all over my house. Judge me, I dare you!
Murphy has the most beautiful brown eyes!
See more at: www.bobbiandmike.com
Hi Kendra,
The Brown family is ridiculously in love with our little Corduroy!! With our oldest child heading off to college, we felt that our household needed something to fill that void, and boy did he ever!!!! We never dreamed We could love an animal more than this little guy!!! Corduroy is super smart, knows lots of tricks and just learned last week how to get Dad’s paper for him in the morning! He has yet to chew up anything in the house(knock on wood) And waits at the bottom of the stairs for us, while we all get ready in the morning. he knows and respects his boundaries within the house, which never seizes to amaze me! Also, Not a day goes by that we are not amazed by his sweet disposition, but after all, his momma was Sweetie!! We have attached a few photos for you, Kendra, but also want to thank you for sharing one of hour awesome pups with us!! we love him to pieces!!
Love,
The Brown Family
Kendra,
As recent customers of your breeding services we are more than happy to extend our personal feelings of support and appreciation for the process you have established for breeding, raising and readying your Australian Labradoodle. Sydney is a precious addition to our family and arrived ready for our home environment and almost completely potty trained. With all shots and medical records ready and ID tag intact, our local vet’s office found her quite the envy of all. The attendants and doctors who see dogs regularly all came out to see our beautiful and well mannered Sydney.
At six months she is quickly learning all commands and behaviors necessary – your comment sheets and materials available to us have been well used as well. Sydney is adept at sitting, whoa, shake with either paw, laying down, fetching and coming. I walk her at six months without a leash and she never ventures over 20 yards away. I am currently able to whoa her on one side of the street and cross to the over while she waits to be called. She is eating well, using her dog door to the outside easily for outside pottying, and loves to romp and play either with other dogs or our very young grandchildren.
Your home was open to us from the beginning and your constant emails and web site pictures kept us informed of all information plus wonderful pictures. Please let us know if someone would like to talk to us personally.
Mike & Suzanne Copper
Here are some pictures of the first time Buddy met Alex. It was truly magic from square one because he promptly let go of g-ma’s hand and went to pet him. Alex NEVER goes anywhere at this point without a hand to hold. I will look up the ones from the actual placement and send some of the better ones of them too. Alex has benefited from this placement tremendously. If you ever breed his parents again please let me know, we are interested in getting several more Noble Doodles to train. They are the easiest by far to train, it is almost if it comes naturally to them.
Buddy is an Atta Girl Puppy
now a service companion in Toronto Canada
Just wanted to take a minute to tell you how happy we are to have Tilley as part of our family. She has a lovely temperament. When the children are around she is playful and makes them laugh. When we are alone, she is quiet and peaceful. She is truly delightful. She has a host family for sleepovers when Don and I are out of town. And she is the star of doggie daycare on the two days a week that I work. Someone always wants to “take her home”. She has been very easy to train. Puppy kindergarten was an experience! But she has now learned to sit, stay, shake, heel and most importantly to come when called. We are working on off leash obedience (in public places) and she is doing very well.
She is a joy.
Dee
Cincinnati, OH
Kendra,
I just wanted to tell you how great Coco and Cody are doing. They are inseparable! Coco is getting ready to start her first year at a local elementary school as a therapy reading dog. Coco has done great with her training and is certified through the Delta Society as a therapy dog. She absolutely loves kids! Then there is my new sweet puppy Cody! He has brought so much joy to our family. He is getting ready to start his therapy training. My vet and trainer are amazed at his outgoing personality and have told me how great he is going to be as a therapy dog. He has never met a stranger and has never once had an accident in his cage! He has been such a great puppy to train with my busy lifestyle. On the weekends we are always going somewhere! He loves to go “bye-bye.” Coco and Cody sit in the front seat together and off we go. This summer we have spent every weekend at the lake and they love to chase after the ducks! Just wanted to let you know how special my dogs are and how much I appreciate you being such a good breeder!
Tiffany Todd
Kokomo, IN
Coco- Atta and Hershey Bar Kid puppy born May 20, 2007
Cody- Sweetie and Huck puppy born March 16, 2009
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