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What Type of Doodle(s) do you have? What are their names? Tell us about your doodle(s) or any other pets you have!: I don't have one yet...beginning my research about the breed and want to connect with other owners

Why did you choose a doodle rather than another breed or mix?: Family member with severe allergies and asthma.

Would you be willing to Dog Sit on occasion for other DoodleKisses members? (You are NOT committing to anything by saying yes - you are just saying you might be willing to do this if you were acquainted with the other member and the circumstances were right.): Yes

At 6:26pm on July 24, 2013, Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie said…: I think multi generational, Australian is the way to go (IMO). Make sure you are using a reputable breeder. Have her rub a towel or cloth on that puppy only and have your dad rub it on his arm to see how he does with that particular one. Another idea is to get an older pup or even an adult. Sometimes the breeder keeps a dog to use as a breeding dog and then changes their mind - perhaps the testing doesn't come out as wonderful as they want, or if it is a breeding dog, they are done with it and would like to re-home it.

Perhaps a poodle would be a choice. You can cut a poodle to look more doodle-like if you wish.

At 8:07pm on July 23, 2013, Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie said…: I see that you have family members with severe allergies. There are some things you need to know. not to discourage you from a doodle because I think they are the best dogs in the world, but if your family has allergies there is some information you need to know. First of all here is a link to the most allergy friendly dog breeds:

http://www.justdogbreeds.com/low-shedding-dog-breeds.html

Some people are allergic to the dog's saliva. If so, NOT being allergic will be truly on a dog by dog basis (not a dog breed, but specific dog). If allergic to the dander, then a non-shedding dog is your best bet. Doodles, because of their mixed breed status, go through a coat change from puppy coat to adult coat. Sometimes due to the coat change, a person is not allergic to the puppy, but is to the adult, and sometimes it is the other way around. The DRC (a doodle rescue) gets dogs needing re-homing from families that this has happened to. It is devastating for the family and the dog.

At 8:04pm on July 23, 2013, Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie said…: Welcome Chris! This is a great place to do your research and learn/share about doodles. There are many groups that you can join. For example, there are groups for grooming, nutrition, health/medical, types of doodles, puppy groups etc. Look at the top of your page and click on Groups - check them out. Enjoy!

At 8:20am on July 23, 2013, Lynda Kamrath said…: Welcome to DoodleKisses - the best website around for doodle lovers everywhere. What is your family situation? Have you thought of adopting or rehoming? You might like to join the NorCal group for more local information. Good luck in your search.

At 10:40am on July 22, 2013, Linda, Charlie Brown and Beau said…: Hi Chris ~ We are glad you joined our doodle community. It is a great place to learn about all things doodle. When you get a chance be sure to check out the groups section on the main page and join as many as you like. Welcome to Doodle Kisses!