9 puppies off to the vets.

[KingstonTodd]

Not a really interesting story, standard 1st shots, microchipping, de-worming. We were 10/10 in desended testicles! "Nice balls". And no hernia's! He must have said "perfect" dozens of times. We have one mild heart murmer, a 1 out of a 6 point scale, but he said it wont be a problem, he will out grow it, and if not it is so minor it wont cause a problem (I notified the familily of the puppy immediately). In the midst of constantly having to defend doodles to CKC/AKC types I have to say I love my vet and his employees. They were all thrilled at my puppies, commented on how great their coats were and how well adjusted and calm they were. They spend the entire hour appointment gushing over the puppies. Nice. They even said they get a few doodle breders through and they really think we are on to something great since they are always such wonderfull puppies. Thank you Mr. Vet (not his real name).


And then in the parking lot we meet Ms. regestered lab breeder (dont know her real name). 1st question "what are those". They are labradodles. 2nd question "how much did you sell them for"......she doesnt want to buy one, she just want to judge me for my price. Well, I first told her about the DNA testing, hips/elbows, importance of temperment, etc...and that I was long ago sold out and they all have great homes. "Are your labs tested?". She quicky left. hum?

[blueteal]

Great that all puppies are well and of course the vet and others would gush over them...........
Glad you set Ms Lab straight....................bahahahhahaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaa

[kirama]

lol you could have ruined Ms. Registered Lab Breeders day with the advice I got from my neighbor who is a vet. She is actually the one who turned me on to labradoodles. She is an advocate of careful hybrid breeding and DNA testing, she thinks the lab/poodle or golden/poodle hybrids usually result in a healthy dog with an excellent temperament. She said the desire of AKC breeders to breed to the show ring standard has produced so many dogs with crippling genetic disorders that she rarely suggests a particular 'breed' to her clients looking for a puppy, but instead discusses how to go about finding a healthy, well balanced dog.

[sheamusmom]

And then in the parking lot we meet Ms. regestered lab breeder (dont know her real name). 1st question "what are those". They are labradodles. 2nd question "how much did you sell them for"......she doesnt want to buy one, she just want to judge me for my price. Well, I first told her about the DNA testing, hips/elbows, importance of temperment, etc...and that I was long ago sold out and they all have great homes. "Are your labs tested?". She quicky left. hum?[/quote]

Todd,
Great answer.... I'm chuckling. I've also decided that when I get my next doodle, you're going to be the breeder, tell me, how would you think about having a guardian family in Connecticut!!! :P :P

[KingstonTodd]

Originally Posted by sheamusmom

Todd,
Great answer.... I'm chuckling. I've also decided that when I get my next doodle, you're going to be the breeder, tell me, how would you think about having a guardian family in Connecticut!!! :P :P

Actually we are only about 6 1/2 h away so it is very possible. PM me if you like chocolate.

[cissy k]

Our vet used to breed poodles. He LOVES the Labradoodles and thinks the hybrid vigor is a wonderful thing. So glad your pups are healthy....but some pictures would have been GOOD!!

[Tink]

Well done Todd! I'm with you... unless others are testing and going to the lengths that we are to make healthy well balanced puppies, they are in no position to criticize.

[lmtoth2]

that's great news!

And thanks for the good laugh...

We were 10/10 in desended testicles! "Nice balls".

Hahaha. Good answer to lab breeder! When are your pups read to go to their new homes?

[KingstonTodd]

Originally Posted by hmz819

Hahaha. Good answer to lab breeder! When are your pups read to go to their new homes?

It was a sad and happy weekend. 6 of 9 pupplies are gone to their new homes. Its soo sad to see them go, i give them a big kiss and hug as they go, hold back the tears. A man my size cant cry, lol. It is worth it when I see how happy the new owners are to have their little doodle baby. We have recieved emails and photos already and the doods are settling in nicely. I still have to deliver 2 more later this week, and we get to keep one for a month until his new home is ready. We are VERY excited to have one little guy get so much more attention. I think there should be pictures of Beck in his new home soon!. I hope his flight went well, I was asleep when they called to let us know he arrived safe from his long journey. I was up all night driving him to the airport for his flight and I crashed when I got home.

Here is Hazel (pink):



And here is Hercules (black), he lives with good friends of ours so we will get to see him very often:


And Molson (orange):

Oh wow they are adorable pups! Hershey did a great job!! (And so did you). Be happy that you are responsible for sharing doodle love with others!!!!

[anny51]

OMG Hazel looks the image of Charlie when I first got him, especially in the second photo. I'd forgotten how cute he was (at the moment his cuteness is eclipsed by his naughtiness!) They're beautiful puppies, Todd...you should be very proud of yourself sending such bundles of joy to those lucky families. Are there any more pups 'in the pipeline', so to speak?

[Raleighsmom]

Gorgeous pups Todd! I have no idea how you could let them go!!! I'd be a blubbering idiot!!! Thanks for sharing the updated pics of your babies!!!

[pringle's mom]

OMG Todd they are sooooo doggone cute! I just want to snuggle at the bottom of the pupple pile!

[kirama]

In case you missed it in another thread- here is another of Todd's babies- Beck. He is really an amazing puppy he is very laid back & mellow but very curious about everything.