Labradoodles

andreac

Whispered wrote: »

Strict diet of children, old people and cats. :pac:

Thank you, he is looking well. He's got a very serious head on him in both those pics though

Hes so tall, i always thought he wasnt much taller than a staffie but he looks more like a great dane there, lol. Any chance of throwing a few inches my way to give to my little Flo pleeeeease??

Quick

Well didn't this turn into a bit of a debate. Let me start off by saying there are a lot of keyboard warriors and preachers on this site..

Yes Ireland has a problem with strays and dogs that are handed into pounds on a daily basis. The idiots and scumbags who buy dogs as a toy and then get rid of them a while later when they get a little big or aggressive cause they have not been trained or forget that puppy's grow into big dogs!

The amount of knackers I see around town with huskies/malamutes is ridiculous. The dogs need at least an hours exercise a day and all they get it a walk to the shop.*

I have wanted a dog for about 4 years now but have held off as both of us have worked in town. I now work at home and am in a position to get a dog and look after it. I have done my research for the past few months, found a person who has these dogs, dare I say Breeder, and I will be going to collect him or her in Scotland. I plan to make a wknd of it, if that eases the pain of whoever has fallen off their chair! Hopefully this is an investment of a friend and companion for 10-15 years and I want to be happy with my choice.*

Sarah2022

Hellrazer, thank you so much for your comment! I searched the forums for ages looking for threads on hybrid dogs, but I kept coming up against posts from members asking if people realised they were muts, being horrified at the though of anyone possibly paying for a dog and going on and on about rescue dogs. Eventually I posted my own thread hoping to get a simple answer to a simple question, but aside from a few genuinely interested members it was just more of the same. Can I just point out that the fact that I am buying a hybrid doesn't make me stupid or ignorant?! I am an experienced dog owner and dog rescuer, and I have more than done my homework, and it's clear that everyone else here in my shoes is the exact same. Phew, sorry about that but needed the rant!! On the other hand, thank you to everyone who responded with info, it was hugely helpful and greatly appreciated

sparkling sea

Sarah2022 wrote: »

Hellrazer, thank you so much for your comment! I searched the forums for ages looking for threads on hybrid dogs, but I kept coming up against posts from members asking if people realised they were muts, being horrified at the though of anyone possibly paying for a dog and going on and on about rescue dogs. Eventually I posted my own thread hoping to get a simple answer to a simple question, but aside from a few genuinely interested members it was just more of the same. Can I just point out that the fact that I am buying a hybrid doesn't make me stupid or ignorant?! I am an experienced dog owner and dog rescuer, and I have more than done my homework, and it's clear that everyone else here in my shoes is the exact same. Phew, sorry about that but needed the rant!! On the other hand, thank you to everyone who responded with info, it was hugely helpful and greatly appreciated

Hi Sarah,
I have the most beautiful and intelligent F1B labradoodle, he will be 1 in March.
I got him from Brtaffs in Wexford and I know severel people who have also gotten their dogs from their - the owners name is Rose O Driscoll.
They are currently selling Aussie Labradoodles on Done Deal.
I was considering buying anyother dog from her but she won't sell me another until my one is 2 years old.
My pup was really easy to train, he was toilet trained within 4 days of being at home, he is really good for doing what he is told, and absolute loves to play fetch, they just really love to please.
He does shed but you don't get hairs everywhere just a tumbleweed in the morning, thats it. He did blow his adult coat at 10 months but his adult coat is now almost in.
I am definitely going to buy another F1B when I can.
Labradoodles have lots of energy and need to be walked a couple of times a day, for about 30 to 45 minutes. Ideal I would walk him first thing in the morning and at tea time. He really loves the beach and swimming.
Ours goes in his bed at about 10 and sleeps till about 10 if he has been walked twice.
Labradoodles don't like to be left on their own for longer then a couple of hours so you need to keep this in mind as they will pine.
They are just the must wonderful dogs, and I defy anyone not to love them if they actually get to meet one

sparkling sea

Whispered wrote: »

Nicky, I know of a lab poodle cross who came to Kildare from Scotland about a year ago (maybe slightly longer) and is up for re-homing because the owner had no clue just how much exercise and grooming this breed needs. Seemingly very high maintenance.

I wonder if in any way related to your future pup.

Would love another labradoodle - I wouldn't imagine they would have any problem getting someone to take it of their hands, has it be rehomed, if not could you send me the details.

They need to be trained for about 5 minutes every other day, they need the mental stimulation. They also need to be walked a couple of times a day

Whispered

I called the owner of the dog on the day I was offered a potential home by suzi, but they never got back to me, so I assume they got sorted either way.

Hopefully he went to a home where someone wants a high energy intelligent dog because it suits their family and not because the name sounds cute.

nickyh59

sparkling sea wrote: »

Hi Sarah,
I have the most beautiful and intelligent F1B labradoodle, he will be 1 in March.
I got him from Brtaffs in Wexford and I know severel people who have also gotten their dogs from their - the owners name is Rose O Driscoll.
They are currently selling Aussie Labradoodles on Done Deal.
I was considering buying anyother dog from her but she won't sell me another until my one is 2 years old.
My pup was really easy to train, he was toilet trained within 4 days of being at home, he is really good for doing what he is told, and absolute loves to play fetch, they just really love to please.
He does shed but you don't get hairs everywhere just a tumbleweed in the morning, thats it. He did blow his adult coat at 10 months but his adult coat is now almost in.
I am definitely going to buy another F1B when I can.
Labradoodles have lots of energy and need to be walked a couple of times a day, for about 30 to 45 minutes. Ideal I would walk him first thing in the morning and at tea time. He really loves the beach and swimming.
Ours goes in his bed at about 10 and sleeps till about 10 if he has been walked twice.
Labradoodles don't like to be left on their own for longer then a couple of hours so you need to keep this in mind as they will pine.
They are just the must wonderful dogs, and I defy anyone not to love them if they actually get to meet one

I would love to see a picture of your dog if you have one? I am determined to get the best puppy that I can and am hooked on Labradoodles.
Best wishes, Nicky

sparkling sea

Whispered wrote: »

I called the owner of the dog on the day I was offered a potential home by suzi, but they never got back to me, so I assume they got sorted either way.

Hopefully he went to a home where someone wants a high energy intelligent dog because it suits their family and not because the name sounds cute.

Sorry misread the post and didn't realise Suzi had already offered a home.

Hope he went to a loving home too, these dogs have to be considered as a family member, they need company, thats really the most important thing for these loving and loyal dogs.

Quick

sparkling sea wrote: »

Hi Sarah,
I have the most beautiful and intelligent F1B labradoodle, he will be 1 in March.
I got him from Brtaffs in Wexford and I know severel people who have also gotten their dogs from their - the owners name is Rose O Driscoll.
They are currently selling Aussie Labradoodles on Done Deal.
I was considering buying anyother dog from her but she won't sell me another until my one is 2 years old.
My pup was really easy to train, he was toilet trained within 4 days of being at home, he is really good for doing what he is told, and absolute loves to play fetch, they just really love to please.
He does shed but you don't get hairs everywhere just a tumbleweed in the morning, thats it. He did blow his adult coat at 10 months but his adult coat is now almost in.
I am definitely going to buy another F1B when I can.
Labradoodles have lots of energy and need to be walked a couple of times a day, for about 30 to 45 minutes. Ideal I would walk him first thing in the morning and at tea time. He really loves the beach and swimming.
Ours goes in his bed at about 10 and sleeps till about 10 if he has been walked twice.
Labradoodles don't like to be left on their own for longer then a couple of hours so you need to keep this in mind as they will pine.
They are just the must wonderful dogs, and I defy anyone not to love them if they actually get to meet one

Hi, just wondering were your pups parents health tested for hip displasia, elbow scored and eye tested?

Thanks

sparkling sea

Quick wrote: »

Hi, just wondering were your pups parents health tested for hip displasia, elbow scored and eye tested?

Thanks

No he wasn't as far as I know, but, I am not 100% sure to be honest.

We did get him x rayed etc within a week of getting him - and as far as I know we could return him if there was any problems, but that was never going to happen once we had him.

It is recommended that these tests be done.

andreac

sparkling sea wrote: »

No he wasn't as far as I know, but, I am not 100% sure to be honest.

We did get him x rayed etc within a week of getting him - and as far as I know we could return him if there was any problems, but that was never going to happen once we had him.

It is recommended that these tests be done.

Yes absolutely. There are certain breeds that should be hip/elbow scored before breeding and labradors are ones that should def be done. You cannot hip score until the dog is at least 12 months old, so x-raying a pup is no good as it wont show any problems at such a young age.

sparkling sea

Quick wrote: »

Hi, just wondering were your pups parents health tested for hip displasia, elbow scored and eye tested?

Thanks

Sorry I answered the wrong question - Yes the parents were tested.

Cherry Blossom

sparkling sea wrote: »

Sorry I answered the wrong question -

Sorry, just wondering, what was the question you thought you were answering?

nickyh59

I haven't been here for a while but wanted to update any of you interested in this breed. I collected my Puppy in June 2011 he is now 15 months old and an absolutely wonderful dog. Everything we wanted and more. I did take a year to find the right breeder and she did pick the right puppy for us. He does not shed though I have to groom him daily and trim his hair about once a month which is a big job. He is very smart and this means we do daily training and tricks and we walk for at least an hour a day. He goes to day care once a week and loves all people and dogs. I have never heard him growl. Dogs need so much time and attention but we were prepared for this. I am hearing of lots of Doodles now in Ireland that are up for re-homing, this is so sad but inevitable given the amount of back yard breeders and families that think this is the perfect dog. I would advise anyone considering these dogs (in fact any dog) to think long and hard especially if you also have a young family. It is seriously like having another child LOL If you want the nuts and bolts information please message me and I will reply.

_Lady_

Hi guys,

As you may know from some of my other posts (haven't been on in a few months - new job!) I have a lab poodle cross and I have to say he's a total joy, complete nutter lunatic and yet a big baby all at the same time.

He's a real lover - in for the snuggles as much as possible - a hairy blondie mutt that needs constant brushing and has completely re-prioritised my love of wearing black (my own blonde curls are bad enough without throwing in his in the mix!) and a big doggie at that too. At 9 months, he's heading for 25 kilos. He's very smart, quite a character and everyone thinks he's an old dog because of his woolly beardy face.

He's well behaved when he wants to be and has picked up plenty of tricks and training but still pulls on the lead a lot which is my major ongoing project.

We bought him on done deal this time last year (he was a surprise arriveal in my house) and it was my one regret that I hadn't done more research on the issues that can arise and the problems of buying pups like that - we visited the house, saw the mum etc etc but still wasn't very comfortable about it. You live and learn. It'll be rescue dogs from here on in.

I would recommend a lab/poodle cross if you have lots of time, lots of energy, a willingness to deal with all manner of chewed items in the earliest months and a lot of patience to train, train and train again.

Rewards are awesome, I wouldn't be without him now, but every other dog we've ever had (all mongrels/strays) have offered the same level of unconditional love and hairiness in our house so I wouldn't be fussy!

I would say one other thing - while the debate over breeding and labradoodles vs mongrels etc etc rages on, it would be a bit more helpful if some lab/poodle owners could post up advice and experiences on here for us all to share/benefit from instead of us being intimidated over every one elses opinions on the battle of the breeds/makey-uppy breeds just because we own one! I was afraid to message anyone on this initially but am over it now because the love of Fred knows no bounds!!

nickyh59

There is an amazing about of information on http//www.doodlekisses.com which is a social forum for Doodle owners and would be owners. I would advise anyone looking for grooming advice/puppy training and problems and most of all before getting a puppy 'what to look for in a breeder'. It proved invaluable to me and avoided lots of errors and I have made true friends here too. They have a really great guide to feeding and all of them are impartial, just totally dedicated dog owners.

sparkling sea

Congrats on getting your labradoodle

I have 2 labradoodles - a 2 and 1/2 year old cream wavy coat shedding F1b and a 1 and 1/2 year old F2 completely non shedding black one. They are completely different dogs, one loves attention all the time and is really lively; the other is completely chilled out and a bit on the lazy side, he just loves lying at the door especially if the sun is shining.

Labradoodles who are pulling their lead should be fitted for a halti - they work and the pulling stops. If you don't want to use a halti (?) just stop walking when the dog pulls, this way takes more time but it does work - its a long haul though - halti is much faster.

Vinegar and water sprayed on anything your labradoodle chews, stop chewing. Labradoodle 1 chewed nothing but Labradoodle 2 chewed absolutley everything - fortunately he has stopped now.

Labradoodles need to be walked but they also need training for about 10 minutes or so a day - it really tires them out. Chop up an apple for treats - mine love this. Mine love to swim at the beach and are always shattered afterwards. I find 3 half walks work the best - thats only 15 minutes there and back :-).
Fetch is also a really handy way for them to use up energy, make sure to train them to give and/or drop. I got one of those long leads and threw a stick maybe 15 feet away, the dog had no choice but to come back to me because of the lead, I always had a square of apple to give him so he automatically dropped the stick into my hand.

Having a second labradoodle means my first one doesn't mind being left at home any more however my labradoodles do not like to be separated and really pine for each other.

A dog is a big responsibilty - it needs to be looked after and trained properly as a pup, they then grow into beautiful, well trained adults.
If you decide to get a Labradoodle especial a non shedding one,it must be groomed every day for about 10 minutes - establishing this habit means they are happy to be groomed even if they get a couple of mats.

I wouldn't have any other dog - I think Labradoodles are brillant - on saying that I am sure everyone thinks that about their own dog.

ps Labradoodles know if you are a walk over, so when you say no make sure you mean it.