Doodle FAQ

The "F" stands for "Filial", so the 1, 2 etc. indicates the number of generations of descent from an original parent generation.

An F1 Goldendoodle would be the first generation result of a cross between a Poodle and a Golden Retriever. An F1b would be the result of an F1 Goldendoodle bred to either a Poodle or a Golden Retriever. An F2 would be that F1 Goldendoodle bred to another F1 Goldendoodle.

Multigenerational is the term that Doodle breeders use to describe dogs from later generations. These later generations tend have more predictable outcomes in size, coat type, and many other traits.

The Goldendoodle Association of North America has a detailed article on this subject.

Two factors contribute to Doodle Coat types: Curl and Furnishings.

Curl - Doodle coats are either Curly (tight curls), Wavy (loose curls), or Straight. 

Genetically, a curly Doodle will present as C/C, a wavy Doodle will present as C/-, and a straight coated Doodle will present as -/-.

Furnishings - A Doodle with two furnishing genes or "fully furnished" will be almost non-shedding like Poodles, which can be very helpful for people with allergies to dog dander; a Doodle with one furnishing gene will be low shedding; a Doodle with no furnishing genes will shed like the non-poodle breeds in their ancestry.

Furnishings are also responsible for the classic, adorable Doodle face with eyebrows and mustache/beard.

Our Ideal Coat - We breed for straight or wavy coats with full furnishings.

This coat makes a Doodle almost non-shedding and easier to groom, with eyebrows, mustache, and beard, and offers maximum benefit to those with allergies.

Part of the fun in breeding Doodles is that the Poodle background offers so many different coat patterns and colors. We enjoy working with a variety, so this answer may be updated pretty frequently!

At this time, we expect our litters to have black, chocolate, cream, apricot, gold, or red, with solid, parti, or other patterning.

Doodles are generally recognized in four sizes.

Petite - Under 25 pounds

Miniature - 26 - 35 pounds

Medium - 36 - 50 pounds

Standard - 51 pounds and up

We focus on Petite Goldendoodles and Petite Golden Cavapoos with a goal size of 10 to 20 pounds.

Our Doodles are perfect for any size home from a studio apartment on up.

We follow the guidelines of these dog welfare, health, and breeding organizations:

ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals)

CDP (The Companion Dog Project)

FDC (The Functional Dog Collaborative)

GANA (The Goldendoodle Association of North America)

OFA (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals and Canine Health Center)

We follow best practices in responsible breeding:

Enrichment and our dogs' health and happiness are our top priorities.

We keep up to date and follow recommended health disorder testing.

We raise our puppies with a comprehensive curriculum.

We provide a four year health warranty.

Long story short - it is not possible to responsibly breed healthy, happy, and high quality dogs on the cheap. 

Check out our blog post on the subject: The Cost of Breeding.

When you're searching for a Doodle puppy (or really any dog), you're likely to find a pretty wide range of prices. Sometimes those low prices are very tempting - who doesn't love a bargain?

But it's usually not a bargain at all.

Always look into what you're NOT getting for a lower price (and also make sure that if you're paying a higher price, you are getting everything you should!)

Take a look at our Health Warranty and Health Disorder Testing. Ask yourself, and any breeder you're considering: do they meet this level of quality and support for a comparable price?

We are proud to provide the best possible care for our Doodles. We do not skimp on what they need and deserve, and that costs money and time.

This approach is reflected in our Doodles' health, happiness, and exceptional quality as delightful family pets and emotional support dogs.

Prices vary based on age and level of training.

Our base price for an 8 week old puppy is $3700 and includes:

…One truly Delightful Doodle

…Birth Certificate & Pedigree

…Your Doodle's DNA Results from up to three separate labs for maximum accuracy

…Health disorder testing results for your Doodle's parents

…Veterinary Health Exam & Vaccines

…4 Year Warranty against hereditary & congenital health disorders

…Microchip, pre-registered and pre-paid for your Doodle’s lifetime

…Puppy Preschool Graduation Certificate

…Documents folder loaded with info for you and your veterinarian

…Gotcha Day Tote Bag with food, toys, chewies, treats, supplements, comfort items, and more

PLUS

…30 days of FREE-to-you puppy health insurance through Trupanion

…Unlimited access to our curated recommendations for products, videos, and podcasts

…Unlimited access to our Friday night free LIVE virtual Doodle classes

…Paid referral program for your recommendations to friends and family

Yes! (Please note that home visits are on hold until after our move in 2026)

We encourage you to visit, in person if possible, or through a live facetime tour if you aren't able to travel to us.

We believe that visiting our home, meeting us and our dogs, and getting a first hand view of how we raise and treat our dogs is your absolute right as a puppy parent. Your family and ours are partners in this adventure! 

By meeting our adult dogs you get a wonderful preview of how your puppy will grow up to look and behave. 

An in-person visit is also a great way to protect yourself from online puppy selling scams where the scammer doesn't even have dogs - just stolen videos and photos they post online. 

We recommend caution if a breeder will not allow you to visit - the stated reasons are usually "health" or "security".

While these can be valid concerns, we do not consider them sufficient reason to fail to provide transparency to our future puppy parents. We can and do meet your needs and ours by following best practices in cleanliness and safety.

If you live too far from our home to visit in person, we are glad to offer a live facetime chat with a full tour so you can "meet" us and our dogs virtually, and ask any questions.  

If you prefer your Doodle in a longer coat length, yes. If you like them in a shorter coat, not nearly as much.

The great news is: you can choose both of these options at different times depending on your own ability and interest in keeping up a long coat or giving yourself a break from the daily grooming with a short coat. Doodles are adorable either way.

The most important thing to keep in mind is to never let your Doodle suffer with a matted coat. It is unhealthy as well as uncomfortable, and can cause skin issues, infections, and even behavior problems due to pain.

We have curated some great grooming videos that provide a lot more information!

Absolutely!

We offer Puppy Training Packages for two to four weeks (from age 8 weeks to 12 weeks) for puppies from our litters.

We also offer a variety of training & boarding/daycare services for any Doodle purchased from us.

(Please note: These services are on hold until after our move in 2026)