Molly (Standard F1 Goldendoodle) and friends at her 1st birthday party, aka Pearl, from Nia's and Dayo's March 2008 litter.

I just wanted to say thank you to everyone that contributed to Molly’s 1st Birthday Party yesterday. It was a huge success, Molly had so much fun and greeted everyone with her usual happiness (and happily no pee).

We could have used more humans to help remind the pups to stay in their chairs until we served the cake, but the dogs didn’t complain about the extra lick marks on the cake -- it’s all good to them.

It was unbelievable the loot of birthday gifts Molly got. She'll be outfitted with treats, toys and bones for a long time to come. Everyone was so generous. I didn’t even know you were supposed to bring gifts to a doggy party!

I have to say it was the easiest party I’ve ever thrown. I didn’t have to clean before they came and the guests ate and partied without complaint. I just love it when everyone has a good time and this party sure made a lot of people laugh!

Thanks again, Molly and family

Kairo (Standard F1 Goldendoodle), at less than 2 years, and inset, as the Incredible Mr. E at 3 weeks, from Nia's and Dayo's March 2007 litter.

Well, Kairo (incredible Mr. E), will be two years old in March and it is absolutely amazing how much he has become a part of our family. The kids just adore him and right from the start he has been just a great dog for children. He's a great size for us (75 lbs) and loves to go on hikes and runs with us.

As you can see in the pictures, he figures prominently in our lives and vacations. Everywhere we go people gush and rave about how great he looks - and we agree with them! He does have an appetite for socks, which has cost him some pain and discomfort and us a few dollars! But we seem to have solved that habit.

Until recently he would not bark AT ALL. Only in the last 4 - 6 weeks has he begun to bark when someone comes up the walk or into the yard, but still there will be many days or even weeks where he will not bark. When he does bark, he certainly makes an impression on people though!

Without a doubt a Goldendoodle was the right choice for our family. From the lack of shedding to the playful nature and agreeable temperament, he's been perfect for us. Thanks again.

Wiebe Family

Zeke (Medium Standard F1 Goldendoodle), at about a year, braving a bleek Alberta winter, and inset, as RifRaf at 5.5 weeks, from Sheena's and Dayo's January 2008 litter.

Greetings Sonia,

Hope that you and your family are doing well.

I've sent you a few pictures of Zeke (RifRaf) now that he's a year old. He had a great first Christmas and is loving all of the snow this year. He's a happy, healthy 50lbs.

Regards, Tim

On the left is Hazel (F1 Goldendoodle), at 3 years, and inset, as Lacey at 4 weeks, from Zoey's and Dayo's October 2005 litter, and on the right is Maude (F1B Labradoodle), at 1 year, and inset, as Moxie at 4 weeks, from Nite Nite and Dayo's August 2007 litter.

This is an excellent photograph of Hazel (aka Lacey - Corner Gas litter) taken by her instructor Tracey at Clever Canines dog class this fall. The other photograph is Maude [aka Moxie - Restaurant Litter] balancing on a cement sphere at Stephen Avenue Mall during another session of the same Clever Canines dog class.

Hazel and Maude have the same "Bio-Dad" (Dayo) and get along famously.

Catherine

Hudson (F1 Goldendoodle) sitting on his dog house, at 1 year, and inset, as Ian at 6 weeks, from Nia's and Dayo's March 2007 litter.

Hi Hearty K9 crew!

Hope all is well. I cannot believe that Hudson (Ian) is one year old. Hudson weighs about 60 pounds and is approximately 25" tall (to his shoulders). Even though he is quite the cuddler he is very protective of our place as he growls or barks at every vehicle, person, or unfamiliar noise that he sees and hears. At the same time though he is a very social dog. Hudson loves the dog park and meeting new people and he is always up for a car ride.

Hudson was neutered when he was 6 months with no complications and he also graduated from a Level 1 obedience class in November. We are still working on his heeling, but he sits, lies down and stays verbally or with hand signals.

Hudson's coat is more like a golden retriever's, but it's still thick and woolly (see attached pictures). He is a shedder, but the loose hairs usually come out when he is being brushed or when his hair is wet. His back, ears, tail and the back of this rear legs are still apricot in colour, but the rest of him is white. We are planning on getting him clipped in the spring and were wondering if you have any recommendations for a groomer? Fort McMurray only has a few groomers and most of them aren't taking any new clients, so we'll have to take him to Edmonton.

Hudson is a handsome dog with a great personality and has lots of kisses to go around. He will definitely miss the snow when it melts as he loves to do somersaults in it.

Thanks again,

-Sarah & Garth

Willow (F1 Goldendoodle), almost 2, and inset, as Ariel at 6 weeks, from Nia's and Dayo's March 2006 litter.

I just thought I would send an update on Willow (Ariel) now that she is almost two. We can't believe how incredibly wonderful Willow has been! From the beginning she was a vary calm and obedient girl. She took to training very easily and responds to hand signals or voice commands immediately. Our friends can't believe how good she is, considering she is so young.

We had a big move last year from Calgary to Oakville, Ontario. Willow really enjoyed our summer exploits into cottage country - she loves to swim and boat!

We let her hair grow for the first year to figure out what we were going to get, and we discovered (when she had hair six inches long) that she doesn't shed but does need to be clipped. One picture shows Willow pre-clip and the other post-clip (on the side bar).

She looks like quite a big dog. Willow is tall and lean but weighs in at a svelte 46 pounds. Her hair makes her look much larger! It seems strange that she is so light, because she is a very good size, but she eats well and the vet says she is in great health. We love her size - not too big and not too small!

Kelly

Ariel was the smallest of Nia/Dayo's 2006 litter. Sometimes the smallest of a standard litter can be as small as the biggest of a miniature cross litter. -- Sonia

Casey (F1 Goldendoodle), 1 year, and inset, as Stuffy at 6 weeks, from Zoey's and Radar's September 2006 litter.

We realized today on Casey's 1st birthday that we have never sent you pictures of her all grown up. If you need reminding, Casey (aka Stuffy) is from Zoey and Radar's 2006 litter.

We've attached a couple photos of our best friend for you to see. This pup is night and day from Emma (which was one of Sally's). She looks nothing like her, is very relaxed, but is a shedder.

Casey looks like a miniature red Retriever and is weighing in at about 25lbs. Casey was able to spend all summer at the lake and has turned into a very social dog and loves to play with any and all dogs. She also loves the water whether she is fetching sticks, chasing ducks or going for a Sea-Doo ride.

We receive endless compliments on her and refer you to all who ask. Thank you again for helping us through our difficult time last fall when we lost Emma and were considering a new pup. She has been a great addition to our family.

Will (F1 Goldendoodle), at 1 year, and inset, as Leaf at 6 weeks, from Zoey's and Radar's September 2006 litter.

Well, it has been almost a year since we brought Will (Leaf) home. In that year he has become an awesome addition. He is gentle, super intelligent and full of love. From the day we brought him home he has been nothing less than a joy.

We have not been able to walk him without interruption from day one, everyone wants to know what he is and where he came from. And, the more people get to know him, the more they like him.

I have had to forward your website on to so many people I have been tempted to just put a sign on my back with the website. People have actually run out of their homes after the children to find out about Will. Even our vet had friends phone me to talk about Will and where he came from. He is one exceptional pup. If every dog was like Will every person would be a dog owner.

The attached pictures are only that... we all fell in love with his looks but remain in love because of his personality. Good breeding has wonderful results. Thank you Sonia.

The Resch Family

Annabel (F1 Goldendoodle), at 1 year, and inset, as Autumn at 6 weeks, from Zoey's and Radar's September 2006 litter.

Hope all is well. I cannot believe it has already been one year (well almost) with Annabel (Autumn). She is such a joy and has a really funny personality. Even though she only weighs about 25 pounds and stands about 18 inches, she's likes to be the boss with her big brother, Oliver.

Annabel is quite the cuddler and will still make her funny noises when she wakes up in the morning or wants attention. We have done some obedience classes with her and she picks up on tricks and commands very easily. She also loves to roll in the sand and dirt, and will take every opportunity to go swimming in the lake. She really does have a great life!

After about 7 months she finished shedding her early puppy coat. She no longer sheds, which is great for us with allergies. Everyone thinks she is the cutest thing (I always agree) and many have asked where I got her. Perhaps they will be future doodle owners too?

I just wanted to write and let you know that things are great with Annabel. I have attached a couple of pictures so you can see what she looks like now. She just had her hair done so she is looking quite proud.

Take care,

Kim

Daisy (F1 Goldendoodle), at 5 months, and inset, as Gloria at 4 weeks, from Sally's and Toby's January 2007 litter.

I just had a couple of minutes and thought I would send some pics. Daisy is wonderful and has calmed down alot. No more nipping and yiping, and she rarely jumps up too!

Training is smooth and easy. Daisy is a quick learner and enjoys her sessions. She loves water. I have the kids in the calf sled while planting and for some reason Diasy figures its her pool too. Cannot blame her since its been 30 above recently.

I just filled a tub with drinking water for the dogs, but it too is her personal pool. Anyway, Daisy is now 15" and is getting more white hairs throughout her coat. Her muzzle is turning a rich chocolate brown and her body is looking to have more of a brown tinge too. Wonder what colour she'll end up?????

Bye for now, Anne

Full of beans Reilly (F1 Goldendoodle), and inset, as Edmond, from Sally's and Jag's December 2005 litter.

Thought you'd like to see a picture of Reilly (Edmund). He is still full of beans and we love him this way. Only problem is that we are having a hard time outsmarting him. Due to his supreme athletic skills, he has been able to climb a 12 foot high stone cliff which is part of his enclosed space! He's not escaping to roam, just to see if he can find us.

He loves the water and will just play and splash in every puddle if given the chance. Too cute for words!

All the best, Laura

Syd (F1 Goldendoodle) with Lucy, and inset, as Joy, from KD's and Dayo's December 2004 litter.

Here are a few choice pictures of our Sydney (some with Lucy the lab!) Syd is 54lbs, the same height as our 75lb lab, although with much finer bone structure. Her coat is tight curls (velcro for thorny bushes), non-shedding, and grows like zucchinis in August! She looks a lot like a poodle but her tail is pure retriever. She is fearless when it comes to water and such a cuddle-bug. Needless to say, she loves attention.

Lucy treats her like her own baby and brings her bones and toys. We kennel-trained both, as well as obedience-trained. We had a private trainer come in the week we brought Syd home and she was extremely impressed by what a smart, observant dog Syd was. It was almost as if Syd could read human minds and figure out what was required. The trainer instructs guide dogs and remarked that Syd would easily train into that role.

Syd loves cats and they love her fluffy, constantly moving tail. She's a dainty eater who loves rawhide, and especially wild strawberries and raspberries which she picks herself. She chases squirrels and has actually caught 2! The first one bit her on the nose while she was trying to figure out what to do with it. The next time instinct kicked in and she killed it immediately. Syd never allowed it to happen again.

Syd also likes to dig for moles as you can see from one of her pictures. She makes quick friends with other cats and dogs, but is leary of strangers. Syd dances when she's excited about going for walks or rides and is a very good traveller. She pees on command but can't figure out why she should shake her paw!

All in all, Syd is a very happy, playful, and silly girl that we love to pieces! We often talk about how lucky we were to get her after two others before us bowed out. She made Lucy a much calmer, mature dog.

Thanks for everything and of course if you need anything else I'm always happy to gush about my girls!

Sonia Acheson

Joey (F1 Goldendoodle), big head, or no? -- you be the judge -- inset, from KD's and Dayo's December 2004 litter.

I was once again snooping on your website and was quite sad to hear about KD’s early retirement.

Joey from her 2004 litter has ended up being the best all around dog. Traffic stopping cuteness, mostly well behaved (still has this thing for tea towels hanging on the oven door), and he still keeps us giggling at his goofiness. He gets excited this time of year when the snow arrives and the temp finally cools down to his comfort level.

I will send the word on KD’s availability and see if I can not help find her a deserving good home.

Joey’s final weight ends up at ~57 lbs and ~24” at the withers (he did not like the tape measure too much so this is a rough guess) and no shedding. Somehow I think I could see Joey’s head getting bigger when I told him he is a limited production model, but then again it can just be his extra long hair catching the light funny.

On a medical note... Joey had two bouts of “hot spot’s” this summer. At first I thought it was ring worm but was reassured it was a common “hot spot” (red rash thing). Both cases were caught early so it cleared up in 10-15 days but the poor guy had to wear a cone and put up with us cleaning his “spot” and applying ointment daily. The vet recommended changing his food in case of possible allergies. So far so good.

Take care and we hope all the best to KD and her new home.

Ian, Laura and Joey

Emma (F1 Goldendoodle) pretends to relax for the camera :-), and inset, as Lucy, from Sally's and Jag's June 2005 litter.

First of all I must apologize for being so late with pictures and poor quality pictures at that!! If you don't recognize Emma, this is Lucy from Sally's litter from last summer. She has been a welcomed addition to the family but a very active one. She does not have a relaxing bone in her body --- very busy.

FYI, Emma has matured into about 30 lbs, has lost all of her puppy color and is all white. She is totally non-shedding and we suspect she is hypo-allergenic due to people we have been around. She is also very intelligent as she was totally house trained in approximately 2-3 weeks.

Emma just got back from 47 days at the lake in Northern Saskatchewan. She is definitely a water dog and would swim out into the lake literally until you coaxed her back. Bad news though is that due to the water she was one big mat and had to be shaved down to the skin. We were never sure how far she would go and would worry she may sink. She's also half kangaroo, she can jump both our 5' fence in town and get over our 5'6" kennel at the lake.

All in all, she has been quite a character and we look forward to many years ahead.

Thank you again,

Jeff, Jacquie, Easton & Elyssa

Reilly (F1 Goldendoodle) trying not to be cute for the camera, and inset, as Edmond, from Sally's and Jag's December 2005 litter.

It was hard to capture Reilly's total cuteness. We are really enjoying him. He is sweet, smart and lots of fun and mischief. Reilly is learning everything so quickly. He aced his puppy class and we have signed up for puppy agility.

You predicted his size, coat and temperament very well. Thanks for a great companion!

Laura

Willow (F1 Goldendoodle) works on her knawing skills, and inset, as Ariel, from Nia's and Dayo's March 2006 litter.

I just wanted to give you an update on Willow. She has been just wonderful! We can't explain what a joy she brings to our family. Her fur is starting to look like it is coming in quite curly along her back and it looks to be the colour of her ears. She looks very different than her brother Jimmy (Goofy) who we bumped into at soccer on Tuesday.

Jimmy and his family are moving into our neighbourhood in July. Small world! Jimmy's owner said that she is hoping that his fur will turn out like Willow's (fluffy) but right now it is much closer to his body with a few longer strands. We actually thought that he was a Labradoodle at first but then found out that he is a littermate - WOW, what variance! Did they ever have a hoot playing together! Do you think that they recognize each other?

Willow is at the top of her class at puppy school and the trainer says that your goldendoodles are the best. She is planning to get one of yours in the fall (she likes Dayo's pups). We are so pleased to hear such wonderful things about you. It confirms our initial feeling that you are a great breeder.

Chloe (F1 Goldendoodle) at 3 months poses with Amelie, and inset, as Lucy, from Sally's and Jag's December 2005 litter.

Chloe graduated today and passed an exam on Puppy Training. She learns very fast and she knows now how to walk with a loose leach, how to sit for 1 minute... She is a wonderful dog.

Chloe is really a member of our family. She loves to be outside and usually she does not walk in the flower beds. She lost one tooth last weekend and she is about 14 pounds. She is learning now how not to jump on people (the best is to tell her "no", she understands and sits nicely). She jumps quite high and she loves people. The interesting thing is that she understands commands in French and in English.

A very expressive Auggie (F1 Goldendoodle), and inset, as Luke, from Sally's and Jag's June 2005 litter.

We just had Auggie shaved down so that he'll be cooler for the summer. You can guess what he thinks of his new do!

Amos (F1 Labradoodle) and Luigi (F1 Goldendoodle) at their last night of puppy class -- inset left, Amos as Fred, from Nite Nite's and Jag's November 2005 litter and inset right, Luigi as Brent, from Zoey's and Dayo's October 2005 litter.

First of all... Savy's puppies are so very cute. I want the one at the very top of your 2 week update picture!! The one with the very straight red coat!! I wish Jim was a little more understanding. lol

Amos had his very first day at "daycare" this week and totally had a ball with another puppy there, so I guess that takes a little guilt away for me. lol How lucky is he, that was the first day since his arrival that there has no one home for him!!

Anyway... the reason for my note today... I know you are slightly busy. Last night was Amos and Luigi's last night at puppy class and I took a couple of pictures.

By the way you can be proud because your two dogs kicked butt in the class... and I am not kidding!

Winnie (F1 Goldendoodle) in New Brunswick, sitting on her favourite place in the world -- inset top, as Beth, from KD's and Dayo's December 2004 litter.

Winnie's favorite place in the world is on top of the picnic table dreaming. She has spent a lazy winter of being indoors and out for short periods. We have tried to give some exercise in short bursts by playing the never-ending game of catch. We take her in the field next to the house and this smart girl knows to never go too far from us and never runs away.

The winter has played havoc on her hair. She still does not shed at all but the wetness is causing tons of matts that we are trying diligently to stay ahead of. We never had any need in warmer weather to do her nails, but the salt on the roads and freezing temps here have prevented us from taking her. So her nails have grown and how she HATES to have them done... but she is getting better. We have a new grooming table built and that will make it easier for her. But I do love the fact she is really good in the bath.

She has become extemely protective of the family, and especially mom, since she got hurt. She'll rough-house with us but not with Mom; she is Mom's baby. If people enter the yard she goes nuts -- if it is one of us, nothing but wags. The other night she roused everyone up at 1 am, something she never ever does. She was franatic and barking to get outside. We let her out and we heard people running from the shed house (it is another little house on the property where most of Dad's tools are kept under storage). She barked and walked along the perimeter for a while and happily came in. Then we found out there were a string a garages broken into that night. What a blessing she is!! Everyone feels so safe with her home.

Her piddle problem is almost gone. She still will chew something if she gets bored and is unattended, but she is getting more and more trustworthy. Her newest and funniest quirk now is to sit on one stair in the kitchen and with her feet on a lower stair. It looks so funny.

As straight as her hair is, it just grows and grows. She does have an undercoat which I rake out occasionally to keep her looking good. I bought some professional quality clippers and some comb attachments and I am going to shorten her coat slightly for the warmer weather.

People just love her, no doubt about that.

Auggie (F1 Goldendoodle) paying a visit to his birth home with his brother Mr. Beaver -- inset, posing in the tree as Luke, from Sally's and Jag's June 2005 litter.

Auggie has mellowed out quite a bit in the last little while. He loves a game of chase and fetch, and he gets to go to the off-leash park on weekends and doggie daycare at least once a week to burn off his extra energy. He is still a very friendly, outgoing, little pup who just loves belly rubs. Whenever he sees people (especially kids) his tail wags so much his bum swings side to side.

His goofy personality is coming out quite nicely now. He still has the occasional growling incident when he doesn't want to move, or sometimes when we take something out of his mouth (only if we don't take it away from him fast enough -- if he has time to think about what we're going to do then he decides that he wants to protect his treasure). He was neutered in October when he was 4 months old at the recommendation of the vet. After seeing some of the other dogs at the sessions we go to with the behaviourist, Auggie is not bad, just a bit on the dominant side.

Everyone says he's really smart -- a little too smart for his own good. I'm thinking he might do well in agility since he can now jump higher than the counter, loves to run (both inside and outside of the house), and learns very quickly.

His fur was really curly, but it's starting to come out as a loose curl now. It's great that he doesn't shed!

Auggie is a bouncy 22 lb ball of energy that we absolutely love!

We had fun when little Luke (now Auggie) came to visit us for a few days. He was the smallest of Sally's and Jag's June 2005 litter. He was gentle and sweet and full of play. He loved playing with Mr. Beaver, his brother, the best. Auggie's family had never owned a dog before and have experienced many joys and challenges. One challenge with Auggie is him guarding his favourite toys. But they continue to work with him and remind him that "they" are the alpha whenever he "pushes the envelope".

Fogo (F1 Goldendoodle) loving life in the Kananaskis mountains -- inset Fogo, as Fetch at 7 1/2 weeks, from Sally's and Jag's June 2005 litter.

Thought we'd update you on how your goldendoodle litter is turning out from June 14th. This is Fogo (Fetch) loving life in the mountains. He's a great dog. Loves to hike.

He's also in puppy classes now and doing very well. Very smart and everyone loves him. We also took him to Victoria, BC last weekend by plane. He traveled very well and adapts to different environments quickly.

I think you're onto a winning combination.

Ruby (F1 Goldendoodle) (Mary from KD's and Dayo's December 2004 litter) at 5.5 months -- insets, at 7 months before, and after, the big clip.

Ruby is a non-shedder and went to a home where the father is very allergic to most dogs, but not to her. They spent a considerable amount of time with 3 washed pups in their van, one at a time. He didn't seem to react as much with Ruby and all is well. This is a wonderful story but it doesn't always turn out this way. Goldendoodles are generally better candidates for allergy sufferers, but it all depends on the allergy and the pup they choose.