why rehomes

Angie · Senior Member Joined: 17 Apr 2006 Posts: 295

Can I ask why do these lovely dogs need to be rehomed? In the UK they are very expensive to buy! do people buy them as a whim? or is there reasons why they dont want them? Are they not what people expect? I am going to be a new owner of a labradoodle, I am fully committed to love and care for this animal, as they are for life, but I would like to know the downfalls. Am I expecting to much?
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Shannon(Phantom-Star) · Posted: Sat Apr 29, 2006 4:48 pm Post subject:

Most of the rehomes that I have seen are because of family reasons or the dog got too big!! Not sure about that one. Other reasons are people got them without realizing that a dog actually has to be trained and spend time with them. Very different reasons for rehomes, but I have 3 LD's now, and I would not part with any of them.
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Chesterpal · Posted: Sat Apr 29, 2006 4:59 pm Post subject:

Excellent question...we were just at the Chicago Doodle Romp and after spending an afternoon with 14 Doodles I can't figure it out!

Shannon(Phantom-Star) · Posted: Sat Apr 29, 2006 5:02 pm Post subject:

Okay, you can stop rubbing it in now!!! Crying or Very sad

I so wanted to go.. Next one in the planning stages yet??
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Chesterpal · Posted: Sat Apr 29, 2006 6:46 pm Post subject:

Yep. Same place the Saturday before Memorial Day weekend. Bridget is going to send the word out. We were all sorry you and your pack weren't there.

Shannon(Phantom-Star) · Posted: Sat Apr 29, 2006 7:07 pm Post subject:

Just asking because we have soccer every sat., and all at different times.
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Jac · Posted: Sun Apr 30, 2006 9:46 am Post subject:

Angie, your question is such a good one and I think that everyone who plans to get a Labradoodle should ask the same question and look at the answers very carefully.
Labradoodles are being touted as "designer dogs" and people who own them (myself included) will tell you that they are marvelous family pets...but what you don't often hear about is that, like all other pets, they make demands on your time, energy and finances.
Every single dog in the world, in order to be a good pet, must be trained...and the training is a commitment of so much more than simple class time.
These dogs are so smart...but because they are, they quickly learn when there are no rules. They will do anything to please their owner, but when the owner doesn't know how to teach them, or when the owner doesn't have the time to spend (daily) towards their training...they can become problematic.
My dogs, by their nature, love to dig and chew things. I also have one who likes to bark. They get excited to see people and want to jump on them. If these traits are not handled at an early age, when the puppy is young, they grow into dogs that can ruin your yard, furniture, clothing, etc. And they grow rather large...so when they are young, if the family gets on the floor and plays rough with the puppy...the family suddenly becomes very angry when the large adult dog wants to do the same...only it is no longer a 20 lb puppy but a 60+ lb bundle of excitement.
These dogs are also very energetic and need to have their minds stimulated. They don't like to be left alone often, and you should not crate them more than 6 hours at a time.
Some people select Labradoodles because they buy into the hype that all Labradoodles are non shedding and non allergenic. Then, when they get their dog home...and the dogs sheds, they become angry at the dog...thinking that they got a "bad" one.
Well, the fact is, many Labradoodles will shed. And ALL Labradoodles will blow their puppy coat.
If you want to be assured of a non-shedding dog...you will look for a multigen, but even then, shedding can happen. It is not a sure thing.
Select your breeder well. Discuss all of this with your breeder.
Relize that you are making a commitment to love and care for a dog that WILL, at some point, have illness and that you are going to have a puppy that WILL have accidents in the house...and one that WILL chew your shoes if you leave them about...and one that WILL jump on you and your children if you don't train him/her not to.
If the dog has been inbred (very important) then you increase your chances of bad traits...if a puppy has been locked away, without socialization, living in its own excrement...you WILL have troubles with it.
So, select well, do your research and don't expect a perfect animal...
DO expect a dog that will love you with all of its being and one that will be more fun than any other you have enjoyed...as long as you select well, give it time and attention for training, and teach it how to love...and if you make certain that the dog is medically cared for...your investment will pay off ... in great abundance ... as long as you realize that a Labradoodle IS a dog...not a fantasy pet.
I wish you all the best in your search.
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Jac · Posted: Sun Apr 30, 2006 9:49 am Post subject:

Sorry, I meant to add that not every rehome is due to a problem...many breeders will rehome their breeding stock when they retire him/her.
Also, some owners become ill or find that they have to move and can't keep their pet.
There are as many reasons as there are situations...so, again, just analyze your reasons for wanting a dood, and select your breeder well.
And, if you are lucky enough to live where you can adopt a rehome...I encourage you do do so.
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gracielou · Posted: Sun Apr 30, 2006 1:51 pm Post subject:

Jac, well said I can't add anything!!!
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Angie · Senior Member Joined: 17 Apr 2006 Posts: 295

Well said, and explained perfectly.
I have chose to have a labradoodle to be different from the last breed I had, two lovely little dogs which I could never compare and if I had the same breed I would have done this.
I have tried to find an obedience class near to where we live, but there is none, so I will be training Otto myself, I have a good book and will try and think like a dog. We are not working so we can give 100% well 98% of our time. I know the problems and you have reinforced them to me., I only hope we can manage as we are both in our 60´s and this will be an adventure with a new breed which I am sure we will all enjoy. Rolling Eyes

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seazr · Posted: Mon May 01, 2006 10:05 am Post subject:

Thanks Jac--great assessment. Dogs are dogs and they will challenge us. But if we are ready to challenge them, these pups will respond!
Diane

Jac · Posted: Mon May 01, 2006 11:32 am Post subject:

Thanks, everyone...I do tend to go on and on...but I love these dogs and if I am given an opportunity, I try to be an advocate for them. Wink

Angie, my husband and I are 55 years old, so I understand your worries. We have 4 dogs and, although they are not perfectly trained, they are good family members. I think you will find them easy to train because most of the doods I have encountered are very smart, easy to train and extremely loyal. (I did have to concede to having a dirtier house...dust seems to collect everywhere! ...Not to mention muddy paw-prints in stormy weather. Confused

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keywee · Posted: Mon May 01, 2006 12:11 pm Post subject:

Well said, Jac! It makes me so sad to see so many labradoodles that need new homes Crying or Very sad

They seem to go pretty fast, though, and I am very happy to see there are hardly ever any in Florida. I have inquired about 2 different LDs down here (for my sister) and although I was sorry that I was not quik enough, I was glad that they found forever homes so fast.
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Angie · Senior Member Joined: 17 Apr 2006 Posts: 295

Hi Jac, if you can manage 4 dogs I am sure we can manage one, I hope
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