Any tips on selecting a puppy from the litter?

[Adrienne]

I will be visiting my pup's litter on Saturday and I am seeking advice or tips on how to select a puppy. I don't want my EXCITEMENT to overshadow what I am there to do:  select a pup that is a good match for my family.  I have many questions like "Do I just observe first, do I sit still and let the pups come to me, do I handle and play with the pups a lot, etc???  Any advice would be greatly appreciated.  

[Kaytlin and Cooper]

we were unable to visit our breeder (we didnt have a car at the time and she was an 8 hour drive away). We relied on our breeder to choose the best pup for us. she chose perfect for us! try not to be swayed by looks - fur and colour - or gender.... choose on personality

[Marnie, Stanlee's Mom]

No new pictures and no update so.......HOW'D IT GO?????

[Adrienne]

My visit is this Saturday, June 8th.  I will most definitely post pics and keep you posted.

[Marnie, Stanlee's Mom]

LOL  I was so excited you were going to see the pups I read right past the part where you said....this Saturday.  The picture of the boy that you posted made me suck my breath in, slowly exhale, and groan in envy.  I keep repeating to myself "I do not need another dog!  I do not need another dog!"  I do not.......like listening to myself when I don't get the answer I want. 

Personally (this is me speaking for myself) I'm a total and complete sucker for a boy dog.  That being said, when you get there and see the puppies, I have a feeling you will just know which one is meant for you!

[Adrienne]

Too funny.  I keep telling myself the same thing EVERY TIME I see a photo from an owner with two or more Doodles.  My DH said, "absolutely not".  I take that to mean "maybe."  The kids and I will continue to work on him, LOL.

[Marnie, Stanlee's Mom]

I already have two very large dogs, if I tried to sneak in a third I could get caught.

[Adrienne]

Thanks everyone for your input.  I will make sure that the breeder knows all that she needs to know in order to make a great selection for my family.  I filled out a questionnaire but there are a few things that I'll add on the visitation day.  I am sure that she will help me to make a great choice.  Now, I have to figure out how not to BURST, from all of the excitement, prior to meeting my pup.  I believe that I am worse than my kids, LOL!!

Here is the one and only male pup-- one of my favorite photos:  (Not sure if he'll be mine though, I am keeping an open mind)

[Marnie, Stanlee's Mom]

I could just suck the cuteness right off that face!  Heavens to Murgatroyd, that puppy is ADORABLE!

[Cheryl and Finnegan]

Awww.. Adrienne, he's gorgeous.  Look at those big fuzzy furry paws and that face!!! I bet they are all adorable!  OK now you've got us all on the edge of our chairs :)) LOL

[Adrienne]

Thanks guys.  And Cheryl, you are right.  They are all just as cute as this big fella, and an assortment of colors, so I am sure that I'll be happy regardless.  I will post plenty of pics from my visit :)

[Ginny Nightingale]

Oh so cute!!

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Adrienne, GET THIS ONE...LOL!