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Fall in love with a Doodle Dog! This guide tells you everything you need to know about this popular cross-breed.
With their cute names and curly coats, Doodles have become popular pets. And why not? They're more than just cute--they're generally affectionate, playful, and highly trainable dogs. They also don't shed much, so they'll ideal for people with pet allergies. In other words, a perfect family companion!
If you don't know exactly what a Doodle is, they're a cross breed of a poodle with another kind of dog; think Labradoodles (Labrador and poodle), Aussiedoodles (Australian shepherd and poodle), Goldendoodles (Golden Retriever and poodle), or Sheepadoodles (English Sheepdog and poodle). You get the idea. The possibilities are endless and no matter the crossbreed, they all live in the cuteness zone.
If you don't want to resist--and who can?--Doodle Dogs For Dummies is the ultimate guide on all things Doodles. You'll find helpful information within its pages whether you're just considering a Doodle, or you've already brought one home.
Learn how to identify breeds
Find the Doodle that's best for your family
Pick a breeder or go the animal shelter route
Keep your Doodle looking their best with proper grooming
Acclimate your Doodle to your home, including to other pets
Get expert tips on training and healthy treats for your Doodle
From long walks on sunny days to cuddling on the couch, you have a lot of quality time to look forward to with your furry best friend. And Doodle Dogs For Dummies will ensure that your Doodle is happy and healthy for their lifetime.
Autorentext
Miriam Fields-Babineau has been a professional animal trainer since 1978 and an animal writer since 1986. She has authored 47 books, including Mixed Breeds For Dummies and Training Mixed Breed Dogs. She is Human Mom to 6 animals. Although only one is a dog, the three horses and two cats think they are, too.
Klappentext
Your get-started guide to doodling around
It's a family-friendly pet, it's a trainable show-dog, it's a Doodle! Part Poodle and part you-name-it, these crossbred cuties are capturing hearts far and wide. Doodle Dogs For Dummies is the must-have reference on all things Doodle. Choose your pet, keep them healthy, move from basic housetraining to advanced commands, and enhance the life of your curly-haired companion through all ages and stages. With Dummies to help you smoothly add one more fuzzy member to your family, you'll soon be shouting Whoop-dee-doodle! Inside
Zusammenfassung
Fall in love with a Doodle Dog! This guide tells you everything you need to know about this popular cross-breed.
With their cute names and curly coats, Doodles have become popular pets. And why not? They're more than just cutethey're generally affectionate, playful, and highly trainable dogs. They also don't shed much, so they'll ideal for people with pet allergies. In other words, a perfect family companion!
If you don't know exactly what a Doodle is, they're a cross breed of a poodle with another kind of dog; think Labradoodles (Labrador and poodle), Aussiedoodles (Australian shepherd and poodle), Goldendoodles (Golden Retriever and poodle), or Sheepadoodles (English Sheepdog and poodle). You get the idea. The possibilities are endless and no matter the crossbreed, they all live in the cuteness zone.
If you don't want to resistand who can?Doodle Dogs For Dummies is the ultimate guide on all things Doodles. You'll find helpful information within its pages whether you're just considering a Doodle, or you've already brought one home.
Inhalt
Introduction 1
About This Book 2
Foolish Assumptions 2
Icons Used in This Book 3
Beyond the Book 3
Where to Go from Here 4
Part 1: From Poodle to Doodle 5
Chapter 1: Meet the Doodle 7
Doodle Sizes 7
Toy-size Doodles 9
Miniature-size Doodles 10
Standard-size Doodles 11
Doodle Personalities 12
Super-sensitive 12
Very intuitive 14
Hyperactive 15
Doodle Health 15
Life span 15
Potential health issues 16
Doodle Training 17
Puppies: Up to 4 months old 17
Adolescents: 4 to 8 months old 17
Adults: Over 8 months old 18
Chapter 2: The Amazing Poodle 19
Meet the Poodle 20
Big, Small, Poodles Have It All 23
Poodle Personalities 23
Common Health Concerns 24
Chapter 3: Considering Your Doodle Options 25
Considering Your Lifestyle 26
Doodle Commonalities 28
Grooming requirements 28
Early socialization requirements 28
Behavioral quirks 28
Trainability 28
Dietary requirements 29
Exercise requirements 29
Separation anxiety 29
Meet the Doodles 29
Aussiedoodle 30
Bernedoodle 32
Cavadoodle (Cavapoo) 34
Chidoodle (Chipoo) 36
Cockapoo 38
Goldendoodle 40
Havadoodle 42
Jackadoodle (Jackapoo) 44
Labradoodle 46
Maltipoo 48
Pekapoo 50
Pomapoo 52
Pugadoodle (Pugapoo) 54
Pyredoodle 56
Sheepadoodle 58
Shihdoodle (Shihpoo) 60
Sproodle 62
Whoodle (Wheatenpoo) 64
Yorkipoo (Yorkidoodle) 66
Part 2: Your Very Own Doodle 69
Chapter 4: Pick a Doodle 71
Finding Your Doodle 71
Searching the web 71
Doodle owners 72
Groomers 72
Identifying a Reputable Breeder 73
Looking at the different kinds of breeders 73
Asking the right questions 76
Visiting a breeder 77
Getting health clearances 78
Reading the puppy purchase contract 81
Temperament Testing a Doodle 82
Be gentle: Testing for touch sensitivity 82
What's that? Testing for movement and object sensitivity 84
Who's the boss? Testing for confidence or passivity 86
I'll get that! Testing for possessiveness and retrieval ability 89
Follow the leader: Testing for social skills 91
Chapter 5: Doodle on the Way 93
Before Doodle Day: What to Know Before Bringing Your Dog Home 93
Financial considerations 94
Time considerations 95
Space considerations 97
Puppy-Proofing Your Home 97
Removing chewing hazards 98
Protecting your furniture 99
Safety first 101
Setting Up Sleeping and Eating Areas 102
The crate: Your dog's first place to sleep 103
Thinking outside the box: Letting your dog sleep outside a crate 103
Buying bedding 104
Giving your dog a place to eat 104
Stocking Up on Supplies 105
Collars, harnesses, and leashes 105
Dishes and bowls 105
Toys 106
Chapter 6: It's Doodle Day: Picking Up Your New Puppy 109
Travel Considerations 110
Flying with your puppy 110
Traveling by car 112
Poop, Pee, Eat, Sleep, Repeat: Setting Up a Feeding and Potty Schedule 113
Giving Your Puppy the Guided Tour 114
Showing your pup around 114 <p&g...