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Tinsel’s Puppies!
Today, we were able to take some pictures of our newest litter! Tinsel is proving to be an All-Star Mom! She is very loving, nurturing, and caring towards all her puppies, and her puppies are calm and adjusting well to all...
Fear of Cars
Does your dog fear riding in your car? If he does, he isn’t alone, but there are many things that you can do to aid him in overcoming this fear. Our Australian Labradoodles are very perceptive and intelligent. Here at, Ashford Manor Labradoodles, we take our dogs...
Dogs in Water
Our Australian Labradoodles love to be in the water! There are many activities that you can enjoy with your puppy involving water. It is important for you to introduce your puppy to new circumstances and situations and water is a great one. This is a GREAT way for...
Running with your dog
As the weather begins to get nicer, the opportunities to be outside and enjoy the weather with your puppy increase. Many of our families daily run with their Australian Labradoodle. It is important for you to consider the best type of leash to run with your puppy. ...
Daisy went home
Daisy went home yesterday to her new family in Northern Michigan. She is adjusting well, sleeping through the night, getting along with their adult chocolate Labrador, and of course, loving her belly rubs! She has been a delight while she was here the extra two weeks!...
Fear of Cars
Does your dog fear riding in your car? If he does, he isn’t alone, but there are many things that you can do to aid him in overcoming this fear. Our Australian Labradoodles are very perceptive and intelligent. Here at, Ashford Manor Labradoodles, we take our dogs...
A Deep Bond
One of the many reasons that I love our Australian Labradoodles is the natural bond our puppies have between people. This bond comes easy to our puppies. They love to be around people and meet new people on a daily basis. One of the best ways to lay a solid...
Happy Birthday Summer!
Today is Summer's birthday! Happy birthday to our original breeding dog, Summer! Cheryl Sabens
Happy Birthday Summer Puppies!
Happy 1st Birthday to All of Summer's "Tree" Puppies! Today is Summer's Last Litter of puppies birthday! They are all big dogs now, they can do agility work, therapy work, and anything they are trained for! They are an amazing group and you families have done a great...
Cats and Dogs
Your puppy will most likely have one of two reactions to a cat. If your puppy's interaction with a cat causes the cat to run, which in turn will cause your puppy to chase him (puppy's love to chase), you must put a stop to it immediately. To do this is very...
Living with more than one puppy!
Dogs are pack animals. This simply means that dogs enjoy and thrive being around people and other dogs. If you choose to have a house with more than one puppy, we think that is a wonderful decision that will have countless benefits. However, when it comes to...
Motivator
Motivation is one of the best ways to teach your puppy to desire to do what you wish. Dogs can be motivated in several ways, such as games, play time, and being with other dogs. However, one of a dogs biggest motivator is food! Look at a motivator as a way...
Starting Early
Most of the puppies from our recent litters are now with their forever family! This is a very exciting time for the new families and also the puppies! At Ashford Manor, we stress the importance of early socialization and training. From the beginning of your puppy's...
More Socialization Tips
Other Socialization Tips Your puppy will encounter many different surfaces throughout his life. It is important to supply your puppy with opportunities to experience many different textures at a young age (this will relieve the fear and anxiety that he could feel...
Teaching Socialization 101
Teaching Socialization Simple, effective techniques of introducing your puppy to new environments, smells, people, and other stimuli can prove to calm your puppy’s fears and anxieties of the unknown. When encountering something new, you yourself need to...
Frightened Puppy
What to do when your puppy is frightened What should your reaction be when you are teaching your puppy socialization and he becomes frightened? It is very important for you NOT to coddle your puppy. If you coddle your puppy, he will most likely look at that as an...
Socialization
Socialization is an important aspect of your puppy’s life. The basic definition of socialization is “the process of developing relationship with other living beings, people, and animals.” Your puppy will interact and be stimulated by an enormous amount of stimuli...
New Logos
There are new logos for the Australian Labradoodle Association of America. They are placing business names and dates for you to know who is actually a current member and who is not. See below for our new logos. Cheryl Sabens Ashford Manor Labradoodles...