ISO goldendoodle puppy

[Kara Rutherford]

Hey guys, I'm in search of a new goldendoodle puppy! Any suggestions? I'm not really wanting to pay an outrageous amount of money, but I will look into it if needed. Thanks y'all!

[Stephanie and Ragley]

Breeder recommendations are not allowed here in the forum, but people can PM you :) There is also a group dedicated to Owner Recommended Breeders and there is this guide that you should read over to help guide your search for a breeder:

http://www.doodlekisses.com/notes/What_To_Look_for_In_a_Breeder

Hope this helps! 

[Kara Rutherford]

Thanks so much!!! :)

[Adina P]

Keep in mind that although A LOT of money doesn't guarantee a problem-free life for your doodle, doodles that are priced really low TEND to be from breeders who aren't following good breeding and health protocols. They might even be really NICE people you could be friends with and decent members of society in every other way, but not good breeders.  Also if you consider the cost of your dog over 10-15 years...you'll see that it is worth it to invest in a breeder who is doing things according to the highest standards.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

I couldn't agree more. Paying less upfront usually means paying a lot more down the line. 

[Joanne ~ Spud*]

Yep!  Pay now or Pay Later.

About a year ago, I urged a new member in my area to consider purchasing her doodle from a reputable breeder.  

She gave every financial argument as to why she could not do this: basically she had no money but wanted her doodle NOW.  I then urged her to start a good old fashion savings account.  She went with an $800 bargain pup that really was no bargain at all. 

As it went, this pup was riddled with health issues and in the end cost way more than an expensive pup.

This is just one example.  We see the results daily here on DK.  The bargain dog with a lot of expensive problems.  Pay now or pay later

And in closing, another saying we have around here is that so many give so much consideration to a car they will have for 5 years then a new family member who will be with them for 15 years.

Get your family a healthy dog. In the long run, you will all be much happier and healthier.  

Oh, and when you do get your pup take out a health insurance policy.