Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact you?
My cell phone number is 1-563-568-8611 or you may email me at dhermeier1@yahoo.com. For more information head to the Contact Me page.
What is your address and can my family come and visit?
Type 1274 Parsley Drive Waukon, IA 52172 into any GPS or maps system to arrive at our home. Families are allowed to visit as long as a visit time is pre-scheduled and arranged. I request families who are currently sick or currently have a sick dog to refrain from visiting.
What's an F1B, F1bb, F1, etc. Labradoodle or Goldendoodle?
Visit our Generations and Shedding page for more information on the naming of certain generations.
Are Labradoodles, Goldendoodles, and Borderdoodles good for kids?
Yes! Actually they are fantastic for families of all ages. I would consider them to have a great balance of energy and calm. Doodles are great for a couples first dog or a retired couples new best friend, they work for families with little kids and families with rambunctious teenagers. Visit the Doodles and Kids page to see for yourself.
What is the difference between a Goldendoodle, Borderdoodle, and Labradoodle?
A Goldendoodle is a cross between a Golden Retriever and a Standard Poodle, a Borderdoodle is a cross between a Border Collie and a Standard Poodle, a Labradoodle is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Standard poodle.
My cell phone number is 1-563-568-8611 or you may email me at dhermeier1@yahoo.com. For more information head to the Contact Me page.
What is your address and can my family come and visit?
Type 1274 Parsley Drive Waukon, IA 52172 into any GPS or maps system to arrive at our home. Families are allowed to visit as long as a visit time is pre-scheduled and arranged. I request families who are currently sick or currently have a sick dog to refrain from visiting.
What's an F1B, F1bb, F1, etc. Labradoodle or Goldendoodle?
Visit our Generations and Shedding page for more information on the naming of certain generations.
Are Labradoodles, Goldendoodles, and Borderdoodles good for kids?
Yes! Actually they are fantastic for families of all ages. I would consider them to have a great balance of energy and calm. Doodles are great for a couples first dog or a retired couples new best friend, they work for families with little kids and families with rambunctious teenagers. Visit the Doodles and Kids page to see for yourself.
What is the difference between a Goldendoodle, Borderdoodle, and Labradoodle?
A Goldendoodle is a cross between a Golden Retriever and a Standard Poodle, a Borderdoodle is a cross between a Border Collie and a Standard Poodle, a Labradoodle is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Standard poodle.
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Labrador Retriever
English Golden Retriever
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Standard Poodle
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Borderdoodle
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English Goldendoodle
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How do you get Miniature Labradoodles?
By breeding a standard Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle with a Miniature Poodle. I have a fellow breeder who is experienced in AI-ing (artificially inseminating) dogs. Due to the size different a natural pregnancy cannot take place. Artificial Insemination is safe and commonly practiced with "designer" dogs and what allows us to breed miniature and medium sized dogs.
How old must a puppy be before they can come to their forever home?
My vets recommend for the doodle breeds that puppies leave at 8 weeks of age. I will typically allow a few days short of 8 weeks and up to a few weeks after 8 weeks for pick up if that works best for a certain family and as long as the puppy is on a healthy growth track.
What should I bring with when I come to pick up my puppy?
First and foremost please remember to bring your final payment. I cannot send a puppy with any family who has yet to pay the full amount because of experiences I have had with people trying to avoid payment. Bring some towels for the car ride just incase puppy would get sick (car sickness is common). A lot of people plan to hold their puppy on their lap for the drive which is fine, but I would recommend a kennel in the car if your drive is longer than about 2 hours.
By breeding a standard Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle with a Miniature Poodle. I have a fellow breeder who is experienced in AI-ing (artificially inseminating) dogs. Due to the size different a natural pregnancy cannot take place. Artificial Insemination is safe and commonly practiced with "designer" dogs and what allows us to breed miniature and medium sized dogs.
How old must a puppy be before they can come to their forever home?
My vets recommend for the doodle breeds that puppies leave at 8 weeks of age. I will typically allow a few days short of 8 weeks and up to a few weeks after 8 weeks for pick up if that works best for a certain family and as long as the puppy is on a healthy growth track.
What should I bring with when I come to pick up my puppy?
First and foremost please remember to bring your final payment. I cannot send a puppy with any family who has yet to pay the full amount because of experiences I have had with people trying to avoid payment. Bring some towels for the car ride just incase puppy would get sick (car sickness is common). A lot of people plan to hold their puppy on their lap for the drive which is fine, but I would recommend a kennel in the car if your drive is longer than about 2 hours.