Anyone have a male labrador or labradoodle?

[Jennet]

Hi Guys, I am the proud owner of a Newfie, and we are all sorry that he is to old to bring - we have never used him for breeding in spite of several approaches.
I agree with much of what has been said, but I do have concerns that some breeders are more interested in protecting their business than actual breed itself. I am very thankful that my Newfie "Spud" has no problems with heart or hips, but many do because of "careful" breeding.

However to get to my question - I have promised my kids a couple of house dogs when we get to SA (DV). They would love a Westie, but I am not sure what breed of house dogs are best in SA - you guys any thoughts???

IrishStew (OH)

No breed of dog can have a stamp on it saying i am a good family dog, good with kids etc, any breed can turn if it feels threatened, kids wanting to cuddle it all the time as if it is a teddy bear. it's about good management of the dog including its social skills which is a huge factor and kids understanding dogs are not a rag doll and need time out. you will need to totally understand its history if you get a rescue or if you get a puppy good training is a big factor. no matter what or how people feel about breeding for certain things no one will ever change it, it can not be monitored 24/7. They will always be issues in rescue it will never change, just like the growth of exotics due to lack of knowledge.

[Jo&Phil]

Have you asked your local Vet? Labradoodles are very popular so they may well know of someone who has an intact male. Most non-show male dogs seem to be desexed - I'm not sure if the kennel club recognises Labradoodles as yet given they're a relatively new breed so it might be hard to find one. Do you have potential homes for your puppies? If not you could end up with a houseful yourself!

[Kazzarazza]

Labradoodles are not registered with the Kennel Club and never will be, not because they are "new" (though they've been around in Australia since the mid-80's) but because they are not a pure breed. There is an Australian Labradoodle Association (ALA) which will give advice on breeding.

I'm sure I've heard that generally only a pure Labrador/pure Poodle mix is recognised as a true Labradoodle.

[lynsteve]

i saw this thread yesterday and so wanted to be the first to reply, but people might not have liked what i was going to write, but sniffy snifter is right.
also the op said, "would love her to have some puppies" does the dog want puppies i wonder...

stevo