Goldendoodle puppies are a mix between a poodle and a golden retriever. There are several variations in the breed, including ones that are crossed again with a poodle to create a variation that does not shed. Here are some tips for choosing these dogs and how to care for them.
Contrary to what many people think, buying your new puppy from a repeat breeder or pet shop is not always the best thing to do. Repeat breeders, also called puppy mills, mass produce litters for money and they are often the main suppliers for pet stores. Not all breeders, however, are bad. Look for the ones who put more into the litters, such as vet visits and interaction. Closely examine where the pups are kept.
Do research on the parents. Ask about diseases and illnesses that may have been passed to offspring. Common problems associated with this breed are hip dysplasia and progressive retinal atrophy. Offspring have less of a chance for developing diseases or conditions, and the odds decrease with each new generation.
Goldendoodles have different variations in the breed. Parents that are poodle and golden retriever produce offspring that are classified as an F1. An F1b variation comes from breeding an F1 with a poodle. Two F1 parents produce F2 variations. Although it may be confusing, the different variations determine the types of characteristics the puppy has based on whether there is more poodle or more retriever. Many people are looking for the variations that favor more poodle, mainly because poodles have hypoallergenic fur that does not shed with season changes.
Your next step is to choose your puppy. Spend time with the whole litter and learn about each puppy's personality. Ultimately, the ideal one will gave the personality that best suits your family, but will pick you instead of you picking it. After you choose the newest member of your family, make it a priority to go to the vet and have the pup checked.
In the beginning, caring for your new puppy may be tedious. The first week is usually the most difficult, particularly for the pup. They are in new surroundings without their litter mates and have to adjust. Although it will be difficult, this is the ideal time to begin crate training. The puppy should stay in the create for three hour periods, after which he or she can be taken outside to use the potty, brought back in for about an hour to play, and brushed every day.
Establishing a feeding routine will need to be done as well. During a six week period, you should have your puppy going from four meals to two meals. For the initial two weeks, provide four feedings. After the first two weeks, stop providing the last meal. In another two weeks, remove the lunchtime meal.
Goldendoodle puppies have high energy levels. It is important to start training your puppy as soon as you bring it home. Allowing undesirable behaviors to continue will make the puppy believe it is in control and it can do what it wants. Be prepared to have an average of fifteen years with the new furry family member.
Contrary to what many people think, buying your new puppy from a repeat breeder or pet shop is not always the best thing to do. Repeat breeders, also called puppy mills, mass produce litters for money and they are often the main suppliers for pet stores. Not all breeders, however, are bad. Look for the ones who put more into the litters, such as vet visits and interaction. Closely examine where the pups are kept.
Do research on the parents. Ask about diseases and illnesses that may have been passed to offspring. Common problems associated with this breed are hip dysplasia and progressive retinal atrophy. Offspring have less of a chance for developing diseases or conditions, and the odds decrease with each new generation.
Goldendoodles have different variations in the breed. Parents that are poodle and golden retriever produce offspring that are classified as an F1. An F1b variation comes from breeding an F1 with a poodle. Two F1 parents produce F2 variations. Although it may be confusing, the different variations determine the types of characteristics the puppy has based on whether there is more poodle or more retriever. Many people are looking for the variations that favor more poodle, mainly because poodles have hypoallergenic fur that does not shed with season changes.
Your next step is to choose your puppy. Spend time with the whole litter and learn about each puppy's personality. Ultimately, the ideal one will gave the personality that best suits your family, but will pick you instead of you picking it. After you choose the newest member of your family, make it a priority to go to the vet and have the pup checked.
In the beginning, caring for your new puppy may be tedious. The first week is usually the most difficult, particularly for the pup. They are in new surroundings without their litter mates and have to adjust. Although it will be difficult, this is the ideal time to begin crate training. The puppy should stay in the create for three hour periods, after which he or she can be taken outside to use the potty, brought back in for about an hour to play, and brushed every day.
Establishing a feeding routine will need to be done as well. During a six week period, you should have your puppy going from four meals to two meals. For the initial two weeks, provide four feedings. After the first two weeks, stop providing the last meal. In another two weeks, remove the lunchtime meal.
Goldendoodle puppies have high energy levels. It is important to start training your puppy as soon as you bring it home. Allowing undesirable behaviors to continue will make the puppy believe it is in control and it can do what it wants. Be prepared to have an average of fifteen years with the new furry family member.
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