Hi Molly,
I have been meaning to update you on Cooper.....he is the best dog and has become such a part of our family. He is so good, gentle, and has been so much fun to have, his disposition is so sweet. He is growing fast and was 42 pounds yesterday. How are his brothers and sisters? any idea how big they are getting? By the way his coat is awesome and he does not shed at all, he is so soft like a teddy bear. Thanks again.............. Happy Belated New Year!! ~ Kathy
Puppies of 2010
"Bodhi"
Hi Molly!
Bodhi is growing like a weed! He goes to the vet on Wednesday for his check up and shots. He is so loving and so well behaved. House training is coming along nicely, but we are still working on it (it is just as much learning for us as it is for him). He loves to be brushed and cuddled. We opted not to crate train after because I don't think he really needed it. He has his crate when he feels like going in it, but we don't shut it. At night he sleeps in my room, and never leaves.
We pretty much take him everywhere with us. At first he did not like the car, but now he does well. We start Puppy-Preschool in two weeks. I have no doubt he'll do great! He already knows "sit", "lay down" and "come".
I do know that he'd like to play with other dogs. He tries to play with my mom's shi-poo but the shi-poo isn't having it. We take him to a friend who has a smaller labradoodle and he really enjoys that.
He's been an honorary Brownie member in my daughter's troop. They let him come in to the school because he's so well behaved!
Take care!
Kristyn Arndt
F1B Goldendoodle living in Grand Rapids, MI
~Cricket/Levi litter~
"Winston"
Molly,Sorry so late, have been meaning to update for your 'follow up' files.Winston is doing well. Sits, shakes, walkings going well. Starting'classes' this Monday. Met the trainer, and the facilities, looks good. He had a tooth lower canine bumping upper gum, had that taken out. He took it well! Don, Laurie, Elise and Russell
F1B Goldendoodle living in Anchorage, AK
~Cricket/Levi litter~
"Tova"
F1B Goldendoodle living in Alma, MI
~Cricket/Levi litter~
"Stanley"
Hi Molly,
I just wanted to let you know that Stanley had a perfect vet appt. this past Friday! He now weighs 16 lbs which means he gained almost 5 lbs in 3 weeks! When I told the vet he was a goldendoodle he said “not much golden”, but he was referring to his color. He then said “must be his heart is golden”. I think that sums him up!
He is not quite housebroken, but he gets so busy playing that I think he forgets until it’s too late and then he just stops what he is doing to go. Happily he is sleeping through the night. I have him walking on a leash and he doesn't seem to mind it.
Thank you for bringing such a wonderful puppy to us-he is truly a blessing with a golden heart!
F1B Goldendoodle living in Commerce Twp, MI
~Cricket/Levi litter~
I get to see updated pictures and videos on facebook of Tova. She is doing wonderful in her new home, has an awesome family to love and a "big sister" who happens to be another Goldendoodle! It is great that I get to watch her grow:)
Click on the thumbnails above to see larger pictures!!
"Mackinac"
F1B Goldendoodle living in Coleman, MI
~Cricket/Levi litter~
~At 8 Months~
Mackie is now living with her Nana (Judy Hackett).....below is a funny email I received from her.
Jax is just one crazy guy. He has been fun to be around, he was house broken in 3 weeks. Gracie my 3 year old granddaughter had taught him how to shake a paw and how to sit and also how to unroll all the toilet paper off the roll... he has learned how to open the swinging baby gate at the bottom of the steps that is hooked on eye hooks...
he plays well with his 5 pound malitipoo friend, tinkie, and also a 2.6 pound yorkie friend and shows
respect for the 12 year old shepherd mix. He has came to work with me since the day he came home
and was taught to sit in a chair and wait while the floors dry. One day we went to work and he just started
hitting the side of my leg with his nose so I looked at him and then he hit the chair with his nose and barked at me
then I noticed it was turned the wrong way and he could get up in it... what a smart boy he is. Then one day I went up and started a shower and went to get clothes while the water was running when I got back he was in the shower... and don’t dare take a bath with the door open because he's going to be in it with you. Gracie now goes to school and he will wait on the table in the porch until the bus comes then he goes out and sits outside the bus door until she gets off the bus then walks her nicely up the steps into the house... then the horse play is on . But don't be a stranger sitting on his sofa because he will jump up next to someone he doesn't know and will give their hair a yank.. he did that to my brother and my brother turned around and told him "no, don’t pull my hair" so he grabbed him by his mustache and gave that a yank. We couldn’t help but laugh....he's now not allowed to get on the sofa with strangers to him in the house. He is so smart...thanks so much for him.
"Jax"
Standard Poodle living in Sault Ste. Marie, MI
~Brandi/Levi litter~
Standard Poodles are so funny!! I love the stories Barbara had to tell me about Jax!
"Chloe"
And
"Dreyfuss"
Standard Poodles living in Madison Heights, MI
~Brandi/Levi litter~
Being a Standard Poodle owner/breeder...I can appreciate the humor in this story!! Teri is so good about keeping in contact with me and makes me laugh with every email she sends!
Molly-
I hope this little note finds you well. Just a little update on Chloe and Dreyfuss. All is going well. They are growing like weeds. I swear they're getting cuter and sillier every day.
Dad wasn't too happy with them a couple of weeks ago, though. Chloe discovered she could get up on the ROOF of his car!! (I attached the picture-FUNNY) We thought it was hilarious, but unfortunately, he didn't see the humor in it. He now refuses to park his car in the back yard! .......
Ruby (our little senior pup) is starting to adjust to the puppies. She's been mothering them a bit. No easy task, but she's trying! Have a nice weekend, we'll be in touch!
Thanks!
Teri
"Molly"
Standard Poodle living in Wheaton, IL
~Brandi/Levi litter~
Hi, Molly-
We’ll try to get a good picture of Molly after her next haircut and send it along. I took the day off today and I’m sitting here watching Molly sitting in Norm’s lap. She’s flopped over backwards to cuddle and get a tummy rub. (Something we came to call a “flopper” with our old dog.) I would bet they will just fall asleep and take a nap this way.
She is really a wonderful puppy. We couldn’t have asked for a better one. She’s been thru five weeks of puppy training classes and learned tons. She’s incredibly bright. We thought our old dog was as smart as they came, but Molly has her beat!
We have to laugh because she puppy does everything but talk. If we tell her “no”, sometimes she’ll talk back! We say “no”, she barks. It repeats and pretty soon we’re laughing. She obeys, but she does have to discuss it!
She’s very friendly and thinks everyone is coming to see her. She’s really cautious around the neighbor’s dogs. When they are out, she wants in. She loves to play outside and run in the sprinkler. And she loves puppy class where she gets a chance to play with the other puppies.
We’ll likely take her on to the next level like we did our old dog.
Norm was just commenting that he misses Bridget, but Molly is so wonderful and she is really a gift from God.
So, I thought I’d let you know and say thanks.
God Bless,
Lou Ann (& Norm) Benson
F1B Goldendoodle living in Katy, Texas
~Cricket/Levi litter~
"Zoro"
Hi Molly, Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
Zorro is doing really well. He continues to GROW and people cannot believe how big he is at almost 11 months. He is taking after his father and has the long legs and body of a standard poodle. He is currently around 55 pounds. Full of puppy life and loves everyone.
As our extended family of 20+ was taking in a full day of thankfulness yesterday they could not believe how friendly and playful he was. No shedding and very smart. Needless to say, you might have some new customers soon.
Enjoy the holidays.
Regards,
John, Julie, Avery, Connor, Faith and Zorro Heussner
Zorro is approx. 60lbs and 27" to the shoulder at 10 months old!! Big Boy!!
F1B Goldendoodle living in Sault Ste. Marie, ON (Canada)
~Claire/Caddyman litter~
"Bailey"
Hi Molly,
Thought I'd drop you a line and send you a few pictures of Bailey. She doing fine. We're going for walks and meeting all sorts of new friends all the time. Everybody that meets her is in love with her.......... Jake
With her new
buddy, Lola.
Time for a new bed!!
Bailey's first swim in the Lake:)
Hi Molly,
I received the health packet for Stitch, as well as the album. Thank you! The kids are fascinated by the pictures...can't believe Stitch has that many brothers and sisters. My son asked if they were all born at the airport too. (He's not really grasping the idea that Stitch flew on an airplane.)
Anyway, the little (well not so little with each passing day) guy is doing very well. I'm sure every dog owner says this, but he seems very, very smart. Already knows sit and is doing great in the house-breaking department. He's having a ball with the kids, and has found a few quiet places (i.e under my bed or the coffee table) to get away from the chaos when he's looking for some peace and quiet. If I could fit under the bed, there'd be days I'd join him as well! I've told the kids that they can't bother him if he goes to one of his "happy places." I've been bringing him with me in the car as often as possible and he's a perfect co-pilot. He has me laughing often...really a little character. Doesn't leave my side. (In fact, I have to put him in the crate when I shower or else he tries to jump in...must be the golden in him!) Yesterday he had a stand-off with his reflection in a store front window that had me and several passer-bys laughing hysterically.
Anyway, thanks again for giving us the opportunity to love him!This is a picture of him with my daughter Charlotte. I haven't been able to get too many of him with the kids because someone is always moving!
Hope all is well with you.I'll keep in touch!
Nicky
F1B Goldendoodle living in Hingham, MA
~Claire/Caddyman litter~
Hi Molly,
All is well! We've had Stitch home for 20 minutes and we're already in love! He is so sweet and appears to be totally unfazed by his trip! Thank you again for all you help.I will send you more pics/updates as he continues to grow!
"Stitch"
Hi Molly,
Just wanted to let you know how Daisy was doing, she is getting so big, she is 35 pounds now with no signs of stopping! I can't believe how fast she is growing! She sleeps with us now which was a good idea at the time but in a few more months we are going to have to draw straws to see who sleeps with her! Here are a few more pictures, a couple from a few weeks ago and some of her first Halloween, believe it or not she had no problem putting on her costume. Hope you enjoy!
Anita
F1B Goldendoodle living in Sault Ste. Marie, ON (Canada)
~Claire/Caddyman litter~
"Daisy"
F1B Goldendoodle living in Alpena, MI
~Claire/Caddyman litter~
"Abby"
Hi Molly,
Just a quick note to let you know
Maizy’s name has been changed
to Abby.
Abby is an absolute joy!
I will send more pictures soon
Thank you
Patti Smith
F1B Goldendoodle living in Kalamazoo, MI
~Claire/Caddyman litter~
F1B Goldendoodle living in Bloomfield Twp, MI
~Claire/Caddyman litter~
"Sam-I-Am"
Thought you'd like these.
"Luigi" (now Sam-I-Am like the Dr. Seuss character, "Sammy") traveled very well, and by the time we got to the house he was my buddy. He follows me wherever I go. Sometimes he gives me a clue when he wants to go out, I take him out every few hours regardless, sometimes we have accidents within minutes of having done everything outside. I'm used to a girl who empties when she goes--I think he holds on some reserve. But he's sooo cute.
He is a bit fearful with Doug, and doesn't want to go outside without me around. With me he bounds out of the house and goes right away, plays fetch, and runs around like a whirling dervish for fun. We are walking on a leash, starting to learn "sit", and we love his snuggling alongside my legs while I read. He sleeps with me in bed (I couldn't take the crying)--stays there all night without a peep and no accidents; Doug is not so keen on that. He has destroyed 2 shoes and a houseplant so far after escaping a pet pen (must jump high enough?).
All in all, a normal puppy experience and a lot of happiness for me and pup both. ~ Judy
well life as I knew it has left the world.....mackie has been here one week...and what a week...mack fell off one of the yorkie/shih tzu bed. (yea, I know she doesn't fit, but I don't want to make her feel bad)...and it was funny legs and feet up in the air, mackie looking like someone "must" have pushed her...mackie loving the kids (playing in the snow, and on the beds, and helping make sure the play the wii right (she barks at the tv)...then this morning mackie wanted to play with clay (cat), clay did not want to play, I grabbed mac's collar, stepped on a plastic bone, lost my balance, stumble in to the french door with my head, and sat on my "bum" on the floor and this was all before 5:30 am....yes, it was very funny, I sat on floor laughing.. and mac was licking me thinking how nice it was for me to be playing with her so early....she goes everywhere with me, sleeps beside our bed, and makes sure no one hurts her little friend guinea (shih tzu 9 lb.) lays beside guinea's bed with her head on the bed, .....picks on the cats (2) until clementine lets her know that's enough.......YES, I do believe the GOLDENDOODLE IS THE PERFECT DOG FOR ME---once again I thank you for being a caring breeder... a breeder making the goldendoodle the best... Judy
F1B Goldendoodles living in Sault Ste. Marie, MI
~Cricket/Levi litter~
"Cole" & "Cooper"
They're all grown up at
almost 1 year old!!
Hi Molly hope you have been doing well. The two boys are having a blast swimming in the summer and playing in the snow now. When we take them for walks people always stop us to ask about them. We are so glad we have the two, they are completely unseperable. My son plays travel hockey and they have logged a lot of miles in the back seat, hardly even know they are in the car. We take them everywhere. Cole suffered a injury about 3 months ago to his arterial ligament in his left
leg, we are not sure exactly how it happened. We had to limit his movement for 2 months but now he seems to be fine. That was a long 2 months for Cooper and us. We have been attempting to groom them ourselves but it is harder than we anticipated so they will be going to a groomer soon, just not sure where at. The potty training went as well as expected when they came home a accident here and there but none in several months. Cooper is so smart its amazing and Cole well he's not as smart but makes up for it with his personality. If you let him, Cole he will lick your face or hands forever, Cooper also but just not as much. Sometimes they dont realize how big they are as they will try to sit or lay "on" or next to you when there isnt enough room but they manage to squeeze and turn until they can plop down. They have been an unbelievable addition to our family and we wouldnt trade them for anything, Hope you enjoy the pictures.
Alan & Carolyn MacArthur
F1B Goldendoodle living in Midland, MI
~Claire/Caddyman litter~
"Callaway"
Callaway is an example of a silver Goldendoodle.....they are born black and then start to "silver out" as they age.....can't wait to see pics of him once he is completely silver!
Callaway at
6 weeks old.
Below are pics of Callaway at approx. 6 months old....he is really turning a beautiful silver!!
Hi Molly,
We finally have some pictures of Callaway for you...........
Callaway is such a wonderful addition to our family! He is such a good boy, and big!
Happy New Year,
Brian Post
F1B Goldendoodle living here in Rogers City, MI
~Gypsy/Teddy litter~
"Fergie"
Fergie went to live with Bev and her other "fur-friends" which includes 3 Goldendoodles (One of them, Chloe, is from my Brandi's 2008 litter) and cats too! Fergie will have a great life with Bev who is very involved with her Doodles in obedience, therapy, agility, etc.. One of Bev's Doodles, Harlee, even does a reading program with kids at some of the schools here in town! Way to go Bev for getting your dogs so involved in our community!! And, what's really great is that Fergie will be living close enough so that I can watch her grow!!
F1B Goldendoodle living in Kalamazoo, MI
~Gypsy/Teddy litter~
"Gem"
Molly!
I'm sneaking a couple of photos via e-mail that will spoil our family christmas postcard for you, but I couldn't resist. Our little Christmas angel is doing super well. We are working lots on training over the holiday break, and she is obviously brilliant!!:) We are using a company called BarkBusters. I really like their philosophy. She is on a great sleeping schedule and is potty training really well. We can't believe how fast she's growing! She might bust out of her Christmas outfit BEFORE Christmas! All the best to you and yours for this holiday season, and thanks again for giving us such a wonderful gift!
Beth Oudekerk and family
F1B Goldendoodle living in Flat Rock, MI
~Gypsy/Teddy litter~
"Gary"
Gary napping with his new "brother" Hank!!
Hey Molly!
Gary is doing great. House training was iffy the first couple days but he is now doing awesome. Hank is a good teacher for him and has really taken him under his wing. He and Hank have become best buds. In the beginning, Gary was a little taken back by Hank but now they are inseparable. We all love him so much. He is so well behaved. Everyone is so impressed with him. Every night Gary sleeps in bed with us. His cuteness makes it impossible to resist him. He is growing quickly and adjusting so well. He will be going to the Vet in the next week or so. I will send you pictures as soon as I get a chance to upload them to the computer.
Talk to you soon,
Shana
F1B Goldendoodle living in Burlington, VT
~Gypsy/Teddy litter~
"Calvin"
Aaaww....sooo loved:)
Already learning to talk on the phone...LOL!
F1B Goldendoodle living in Hale, MI
~Gypsy/Teddy litter~
"Mandy"
"Carly"
F1B Goldendoodle living in Lawton, MI
~Gypsy/Teddy litter~
"Ace"
F1B Goldendoodle living in Pinckney, MI
~Claire/Caddyman litter~
Hi Molly,
Just wanted to send you a recent photo of our sweet boy Ace. He is such a sweetie and fits very well in our family. ... I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. We all did and I think Ace loved his very own stocking filled with goodies:)
Take care,
Amy Hackett
"Gibbs"
and
"Teddy"
F1B Goldendoodles living in Sterling Hts, MI
~Claire/Caddyman litter~
Mud-Puppies:)
Molly,
just wanted to send you a quick email about the pups. They are awesome together, getting two was the best idea we had. I thought it was going to be a little rough in the beginning, but they have
really made the whole thing easy. They are best buds, and keep each other busy. I am sitting in the living room watching them wrestle in the snow out the window, they are having a ball! They really love the outdoors and I have a hard time keeping them inside. I have enclosed a couple of pictures. I was a little surprised to find them on the table, but they have kicked that habit. Hopefully digging will be another habit that they break soon! Both Teddy and Gibbs weigh 55lbs after there last visit to the vet.Teddy is quite a bit taller and his hair is much curlier. Gibbs is stocky and has a lot straighter hair. Thanks again, we could not be happier with the pups. ~ Jody and Kelly Horne
At 6 months:)
"Cooper"
Judy reported to me that Sammy is shedding. He has a very flat coat (what I would call a "scruffy coat"). Hopefully this will subside once his adult coat comes in as he is just a puppy yet. Will update in the future.
F1B Goldendoodle living in Charlevoix, MI
~Gypsy/Teddy litter~
Hi Molly-
First of all, congratulations on your new babies, they are all beautiful!!! I'm dropping hints to my parents that they should get one. :) I had to share this video with you, it's so funny! Marley LOVES chew sticks and he carries them around looking for a place to hide them. He tries to "bury" them in the bean bag, in blankets, in the couch, and in laundry baskets like in this video. (He didn't get hurt, I promise.) He is doing great! We will be finishing up his puppy class next Tuesday. We've learned a lot and so has he! He is consistently ringing a bell to go outside, though I must admit he also does it when he thinks he should be getting some attention, like when we sit down for dinner. :) He also comes when called most of the time, sits on command, lays down when asked, goes to his bed on command, high fives, and is working on playing dead when you say "bang"-this is the kids trick they are teaching and having a ball doing it. He also walks on a leash pretty well, we are working on walking on a loose leash which is sometimes hard for him because he's so excited to check stuff out. He has really brought a lot of joy to our family, he makes us laugh all of the time!! He is a happy go lucky puppy, and all of the puppies in our class love him- he is the fun one that helps the rest of them relax and brings a light mood to the group. He got his last set of vaccines 1/24 and weighs 26.5#. Our vet loves him too, he behaves himself very well during his exams. We have scheduled his neutering appt. for 2/7. He has to take medication when he rides for long distances in the car because he gets car sick. We drove downstate last night for 3 1/2 hours and he didn't throw up once- thank goodness for medication! We're hoping he outgrows it, I guess only time will tell. Poor guy! Just wanted to give you a laugh and an update on our "baby". Good luck with your new puppies and thanks again for ours!! The House Family
Hi Molly-
Well, Marley had his first haircut today. I forgot to get a before picture of him today, but included a picture of him from a few weeks ago when Lauren dressed him up in one of Joshua's shirts (it was an assignment from puppy training class). The other 2 pics are from today after his haircut. He really looks like a different dog! I love his hair longer but he loves to play in the snow and it sticks to his long hair. The Groomer said that he did great! Monday is another big day for Marley at the vet for his neutering. Poor guy!! We'll update you periodically on Marley, hope you enjoy the pics. He is a GREAT puppy!! Hope
"Marley"
Puppies of 2010
Bodhi has a new sister.....see "Indigo" on the PAST PUPS 2011 page!!
About 10 months old here
Gary is all grown up and still snuggling with Hank:)
Hi Molly,
This is our Mandy at 10 wks. She had just learned how to get on the couch by herself. She is really growing - weighs 22#'s + right now and has learned lot of things - to sit for a treat, bark at the door to go out, when to get somebody to play, likes Cheerios when we eat breakfast, doesn't mind being brushed if she's sitting on the bed, etc. We no longer have accidents in the house, she likes to "discuss" things if she can't get what she wants. When we get a picture of us with her we'll send one.
~Enjoy Christmas~
Basil and Karen O'Dell
Mandy at 1 yr. old.......a 60lb. lap dog:)
Molly,
I just wanted to let you know that Carly is still doing well. She is a crazy hilariously clumsy dog!! She has done really well with potty training and knows sit, shake, speak, and we are working on stay & down. She is soooo smart & I can't wait to get her into an agility course (she has lots of energy). Her and Jasmine are best friends and they even will eat off the same bone at the SAME time...I have never seen dogs do that before!!! She loves watching tv (especially dog shows & puppy bowl on animal planet...she goes crazy when she sees the other dogs on there lol). She goes in to get fixed on the 21 of this month other than that she has been perfect health wise! Everyone loves her!!! Thanks so much!! Here is s video of her having an "opinion" about a dog in a dog show on tv...lol , Sarah and Joe
Beautiful Girl:)
Marley makes a cute Bunny:)
F1B Goldendoodle living in Burlington, VT
~Gypsy/Teddy litter~
"Hadley"
Hi Molly,
Hopefully you moved a little close to Vermont. Hadley has a lot of fans up here and everybody wants to know where he came from.
It is hard to believe he is not even a year old yet; he is already such a gentle and well mannered dog!
I have attached a receipt from the vet for his neutering and a couple of pictures for your enjoyment (not of the neutering, just life around the house). Are you sure there isn't some kangaroo in his blood line? He is an unbelievable jumper!
Regards,
Jenny, Toby, Ellie and Hadley
Molly's Darling Doodles
And Poodles
