FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

what people are asking about our doodles

HOW DO I ADOPT A PUPPY?

We prefer to meet our families but understand that not all families are close! We can also build a trusting relationship by phone and email if that is more convenient. If you are able to come in person, we allow our families to visit after 4 weeks of age and choose the correct puppy that fits their family needs. Don’t worry, we can help!

Sorry, the health of our puppies is our first Priority. No visit will be allowed if any family member is sick. Also, for the safety and health of our pets, no outside pets allowed at our home.

HOW DO I CHOOSE MY PUPPY?

Although we would love to meet all our families, we know sometimes that is not possible. We work around your preference and communicate via Emails, Facebook, or we are willing to text pictures and/or videos.

Choosing a puppy is a big decision, but no worries, with our experience, we help the choosing process to fit your family!  Due to other families waiting in line, the puppy picking process is done at 4 weeks of age.

If you fail to choose by this time your spot in line is forfeited.

If you do not choose deposit then is kept and can be rolled over to another litter of your choice or to the end of the line in current litter. Time slots are set for each family to choose.

Puppy balance is due in full once picking occurs.

Failure to pay may result in losing your spot/puppy and this in non-negotiable.

MORE QUESTIONS + OUR ANSWERS!

  • A nonrefundable deposit of $500 will hold a puppy of your choice. The remaining balance is due at puppy picking time (by 4 Weeks of Age). This is on a first deposit first choice basis! Breeder reserves the rights to the first choice(s) at any time. Deposits will be rolled over to the next litter if you choose to pass. You may pass 2 times then an additional deposit is required to stay on the list(s), you then can pass as many times as you’d like. Both deposits go towards the puppy purchase.

    We would like to place a puppy within a year of first deposit if possible. Check, Cash, Zelle, or Wire Transfer accepted for deposits. Do all your research before putting a deposit down please! No refunds will be given. By submitting a deposit, you are agreeing to the contract (Click download to view the sample contract.)

  • Shipping via plane (cargo) is not available, they are tiny precious babies and we prefer to safely hand them off to their new families. We will, for an extra charge, meet you personally either at a local airport or a short distance for a personally hand-delivered bundle of joy! The minimum charge is $125 for travel within a 1 hour radius. If the puppy is delivered via travel nanny prices range (average $400+). I have family that will fly a puppy to you as well if schedule is fitting (average $600+flight+$95 pet fee).

    We sell airline approved pet carrier also. You need to notify us that one is needed prior to the travel date.

    Airport preference: South Bend, IN, Midway Chicago. We do not prefer O’Hare. It is a $150 Charge to meet at the airport

  • We carefully place puppies into loving homes as pets. Lots of knowledge, passion, and experience is put into what we do. If you also have the same passion as we do, there is an additional fee at our discretion.

    We have a strict Spay/Neuter Contract.

    Breech of this contract will result in a lawsuit of ALL legal/court/additional breeding fees ($20,000). This contract is a legal document and is held up in a court of law. Not limit to if parent(s) are outside studs with limited legal binding contracts.

  • Doodles have straight to curly hair. Regular daily grooming is highly recommended.

    Professional Grooming can be done approximately every 4-6 Weeks.

    For light color doodles, Bio-Groom Extra Whitening Shampoo is highly recommended.

    For Detangler, a cream rinse is what we would recommend.

    It is important to remove hair buildup in ears routinely to prevent ear infections.

    Make sure to provide oral hygiene every week.

  • Our dogs are fed an outstanding quality food from our partner, a family-owned business, TLC Pet Food. Puppies begin eating food around 4 weeks old and are usually fully weened by 6 Weeks old. TLC is a very high-quality food with THREE meats as the main source of protein unlike many brands that use Plant-Based Proteins. There is also Pre and Active Probiotics in every bag of food. It is shipped for FREE and is FRESH! Grazers and picky eaters look no more! 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Pet dietitian on Staff to ensure the safest & healthiest diet possible.

  • We provide our dogs a supplement from NuVet Labs. As a dog breeder animal health is my top priority. Seniors can start on their DS Joint supplements sooner than later! Here is a few reasons why we chose NuVet:

    100% Natural Ingredients

    Manufactured in the U.S. in an FDA (Human Grade) Pharmaceutical lab

    No sugars, fillers, or grains

    Safe to use at all life stages; puppies to seniors

    60-Day Money-Back Satisfaction Guarantee

  • We test for the complete Panel of DNA defects for the breed. Test Results are available upon request and/or able to be accessed under “Kennel Name Search” at PawPrint Genetics, Animal Genetics, or Embark. We also have some files in their photo albums on FB.

    Orthopedic testing is also done on all our breeding family! They will be tested for One or All of the following: OFA, PennHip, and or eVet Diagnostics. They test for Hips/Pelvis, Elbows, & Patellas.

    OFA Eye CERF & Basic Cardiac.

  • We want our puppies raised in normal, loving homes, not a caged life like may “Breeders” do. Our standards are set high for our breeding dogs! We offer a pup of our choice to a guardian home with no upfront cost. Rules do apply!

    Please see the video below or visit the Guardian Program page for information about this amazing program!

  • Our puppies are individually vet checked at 7 weeks of age. Health report card provided in folder.

    They are health cleared for their new families.

    Up To Date on Shots-1st Distemper is given

    Deworming Treatments (at 3,5,7 Weeks)

    1 Year Life Threatening Genetics Health Guarantee

    A Puppy Starter Kit (contents vary-leash, collar, toys, scented blanket…)

    Photos are taken bi-weekly and uploaded to Facebook & Website. Videos & random pictures as well.

    And of course a life time of support!

    We take pride in what we do and it shows! We want to make the transition into getting your furry family member an easy one!

  • Puppy Boot Camp begins around 4-5 weeks of age, weather permitting. This is crucial for introduction to the outdoor environment to the puppies at an early age to help make the potty-training phase much easier! Puppies go out with the big guys every 3 hours from 6 AM to 9:30 PM.

  • Genetics can be hard to predict, but tools are given to us to help predict the average puppy adult weight! I’ve been a breeder for over 20+ years now, so a lot of experience comes into play! Sizing is detected by weight & body frame size. Keep in mind every puppy is different, some gain faster than others. Also keep in mind that larger dogs take longer to reach their adult weight, vs a smaller dog can reach it’s adult weight by 8-10 months old!

    Here is a link to a growth calculator to help you calculate your dogs average predicted weight!

    https://www.dutch.com/blogs/dogs/puppy-weight-calculator

  • It is vital that a dog’s growth plates are fully developed before a spay or neuter occurs

    Females are highly recommended to have one heat prior to a spay.

    Attached is the link that provides adequate and informative concerns for timeframe for this procedure.

    Per our contract, there is a set time for this to occur. No early/spay-neuter is recommended. Our health guarantee is void if done before recommended time. Females to be done at 12 Months, Males 10-12 Months (Closest to 12 Months is best if no issues).

  • English Golden’s body frame, fir, temperament, and heritage are different than the American Golden Retriever. English Goldens are known for their typically Cancer-Free lines, submissive and docile demeanor. Long term health is of most importance to me! They have soft “Teddy Bear” like fir! Hence their name, English Teddy Bear Goldendoodles! Whereas Americans have more of a wirey, coarse fur. English Goldens are known for their “Blocky” head & frames. American Goldens have a longer, thin frame that much resembles the poodle. So if you are not a “Poodle Person”, English Goldendoodles are for you!

  • We have restricted payment methods due to all the scamming. We accept Cash, Check, Zelle, or Bank Wire Transfer for deposit only. Allow 7-10 days to process. We take Cash only at picking when in person or checks (Sent immediately once picking takes place) if not local for pay off. No personal checks or electronic payments will be accepted at time of pick-ups. Puppies Must be paid in full by 4 weeks of age or spot is forfeited. Breeder reserves right to hold puppy until final payoff is clear.

  • Sadly I’ve had some issues with a pup being returned at no fault of my breeding. I beg you please do your homework on how to raise a puppy. It is not easy. Puppies need work and a lot of attention. I will take a puppy back within 48 Hours of purchase but will withhold $1,000 from the purchased price. This is nonnegotiable. I do not know what the puppy has been exposed to. This obviously would be a huge financial burden on me if the puppy is returned sick at no fault of mine. After the 48-hour window I will help post/list the puppy for you. Per contract, the puppy must be rehomed only thru me. Contracts apply to all sales of DoodleDee Puppies. You will remain responsible for the care of the puppy during that time. I cannot endanger my puppies in the house. Breeder will use her own discretion on returns. After 48 Hours IF the breeder decides to take back a puppy, No refunds will be provided unless an agreement is arranged.

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DOODLE GENERATION EXPLAINED

  • F1: First Generation: Golden Retriever x Poodle (Approx 50/50): Little-to-No Shedding: Recommended for mild/moderate allergies. BEST Vigor/Cross. Coat type variable-Straight/Wavy/Shag. F1 Coats are unpredictable. Some may appear short shag such as the Retriever. 

  • F1B: F1 Goldendoodle x Poodle (Approx  75/25): Typically No-Shed: Recommended for severe allergies. Some Vigor is lost with each generation. Coat type variable- Wavy/Curly. Coat well predicted.

  • F2: Second Generation: F1 Goldendoodle x F1 Goldendoodle: Little to No-shed, and coat type can still vary. IC (Incorrect Coat) gene is carried by each parent. Can have Retriever appearance. Coat type can be shag/wavy/curly. We DO NOT breed F2.

  • F2B: F2 Goldendoodle x Poodle (One of it’s breeds of origin) No-shed, coat type well established-Typically wavy/curly.

  • F3: Third Generation of Goldendoodle. F1B x F1B. This is a great cross for established coat style as well. Through the DNA testing of IC gene, Furnishings, & Curl, prediction of coats is easy! No-Shed. Coat type: Wavy/curly.

  • MultiGenerational: Any combo of generation of F1B or beyond bred to another Generation (such as F3xF1B). It gets sort of confusing after so many generations!! Sometimes it is just easier to say “MultiGen”!!