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Get Fit in 2015
Exercise for your puppy is very important. It is key for their physical and mental health. Establishing good exercise habits when your puppy is young will set a solid foundation for them to live a long, healthy life. Exercise keeps your puppy from getting bored, which...
This weeks Puppy Training Tips
Puppy Training Tip 2 When beginning to teach you puppy, one of the first things he needs to know is his name. To teach him his name, simply look him in the eye and call his name. Say his name and reward him with a treat and positive words. Repeat this exercise,...
Bathing/Brushing
One of the unique qualities of our Labradoodle puppies is their hair. The hair on your labradoodle stays extremely clean! They do not require a bath very often! It is important, however, that you brush your doodle regularly. When brushing your doodle, use a comb...
Fun things to do in the sand with your puppy!!
Being on the beach is enjoyable for everyone, but there is so much that your labradoodle will find fun and fascinating about the beach. There will be people, smells, and sites that will excite and help in his mental growth. When he meets someone new, have him sit...
Fun things to Do in the snow with your puppy!
Here in the Midwest, Old Man Winter has made himself at home. You and your puppy might be going a little stir crazy, but there is so much fun that you can have in the snow. You can have a snowball fight with him, see if he can catch the snowball in his mouth, or...
Going on Vacation
Do you ever wonder what to do with your pet while you are away on vacation? One option is to leave your puppy with a close friend or a relative. In order to have a smooth transition, possibly visit the home before you leave. Also, equip your babysitter with...
Making your puppy work!
From the birth of your puppy, the mother begins to make the puppy work. This is vital for many reasons, one being it teaches the puppy that the mother is in charge as the pack leader. Since you are now the pack leader, it is imperative that you also make the...
Puppy Training Tip #1
One of the first things you can do to promote a strong bond between you and your puppy is to establish yourself as the pack leader. As a pack leader, when directing and training your puppy it is key to remain calm and certain. You should make sure to not project...
Puppy Training Certification
I have officially completed the Karen Pryor Puppy Training Course today! Puppy Training Certification Our girls and I have been working on this course for the last 14 weeks learning more about: dog behaviors training tips bonding developmental periods socialization...
Alcohol and your puppy!
Some of the parties that you might be attending or hosting this holiday season may have alcohol present. We want to express a huge warning to never allow your puppy to ingest or drink alcohol of any kind. When a dog is exposed to alcohol, it causes depression in...
Christmas Toys and Treats
As you and your puppy enjoy your Christmas this week and enjoy opening gifts and watching others, please remember these three simple safety tips: 1.) If someone receives a gift with small pieces, please make sure the pieces stay out of reach of your puppy. 2) When...
Yikes! It That Poisonous?
Dogs are curious, they get into things, and there are a few of those things you need to make sure you keep out of reach of your Australian Labradoodle this Holiday Season! Holiday bouquets with lilies, holly, or mistletoe are very important to keep out of reach of...
Picture Perfect!
Grabbing that perfect picture of your puppy this Holiday Season might seem very challenging. It might leave you wondering if it is worth the hassle. We’ve outlined below a few very simple things that will help you in setting up that perfect picture! Make sure your...
A Perfect Gift
Wondering what to buy your Labradoodle this Christmas? We find that our dogs like all sorts of toys, but the ones they love the most are the ones that involve you, too! How about a new ball to play fetch with? When choosing a toy, it is important to remember...
Feeling Stressed?
This time of year brings many joyous activities, but a little stress can also come with the season. It is important for you to remember that your Ashford Manor Labradoodle loves routine! The new schedule and locations could potentially cause your puppy...
Australian Labradoodle Puppy Available Now!
Australian Labradoodle Puppy Available This is a red mini Australian Labradoodle boy/male puppy who likes to snuggle, run, and play. He will mature to around 20 - 25 pounds. Sven is looking for his forever home, his parents are Pearl and Little John. Sven is ready...
December 2014 Australian Labradoodle Puppies
Here are pictures of Sapphire's Australian Labradoodles from her Snow White Litter! Meet Snow White and her 6 Dwarfs! Snow White is moving to Indianapolis area. This is Bashful! Bashful will be moving to Wisconsin. Meet Happy, the other...
My dog is growling
What do I do if my Puppy is Growling? Growling is an important part of every dogs behavior. If you teach your puppy to stop growling, your Australian Labradoodle puppy will have no other way to communicate. This leads to dogs who bite without any warning. Puppies are...