Labradoodle, schnoodles and goldendoodles

minimacka

I would like to know if anyone can help me find a breeder of the above dogs, My son has always wanted a dog but as i have alergies to dogs have never considered it, but having reserched these particular dogs they seem to be very popular for people with alergies. I live in North Yorkshire and obviously would like to visit these dogs before we buy one. If anyone can help me with this I would be extrememly gratefull and so would my son who asks daily please can I have a dog

suki1964

You may still be allergic to these and you will in fact be paying top price for cross bred dogs,

Poodles are usually fine for those with true allergies to dog hair - heres a list of dogs which you may find you are ok with - and at least you will be able to find these breeds closer to home
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/allergy.htm

Added to say Im also sensitive to dog and cat hair but usually become immune after a few days. All my dogs have had me clawing away at myself for the first few days - itchy eyes, streaming nose etc, Still find it difficult to groom them but I can live with dogs happily enough

WelshWoofer

I'm an allergy sufferer too - I'm fine with poodles and bichon frises
I'd recommend a male bichon (having had both) - very cheeky little chappies with plenty of personality and get up and go.
PM me if you want the name of a good (sensible) breeder.

minimacka

Thank you both for your very quick replys, i appreciate that I will have to pay a lot of money for cross bred dogs but feel that if this is the only way that we as a family can have a dog then we are prepared to pay that money. The reason i would like to know of local breeders is so that I can get a feel for the animals before we commit to one.

rachelmk - those male bichon are very cute arnt they. They look like they would make me very ichy lol.

vandanfc

These links might be useful to you:

http://www.labradoodleclub.co.uk/

http://www.labradoodle.org.uk/

http://www.dogclub.co.uk/advice/poodlecrosses.php

minimacka

I have been looking at these sites for ages and believe me its not something that i have just thought of doing, I feel really mean and quite selfish that its me stopping our family from getting a dog. This is why I looked into dogs for people with allergies. I really would like to visit homes of these dogs to make sure that when we buy the dog it will be the one most suitable for us. I also need to look now because I would like to get the dog for my sons birthday which is christmas eve. I know its a pretty long shot that one will be suitable and ready for then, but I know how much it would mean to him to have one for his birthday. Also the cost factor has to come into it, as it would be for his birthday/christmas present.

suki1964

minimacka wrote: »

I have been looking at these sites for ages and believe me its not something that i have just thought of doing, I feel really mean and quite selfish that its me stopping our family from getting a dog. This is why I looked into dogs for people with allergies. I really would like to visit homes of these dogs to make sure that when we buy the dog it will be the one most suitable for us. I also need to look now because I would like to get the dog for my sons birthday which is christmas eve. I know its a pretty long shot that one will be suitable and ready for then, but I know how much it would mean to him to have one for his birthday. Also the cost factor has to come into it, as it would be for his birthday/christmas present.

Can I just say , if you are not 100% about getting a dog yourself - then dont do it. Too many parents fall into the trap of buying a dog and find that they really dont like the way its impacted on their lives - they are the ones with the sleepless nights, the extra cleaning, the late night walks, the vet bills etc.

A "designer" breed (as those you have mentioned seem to be called) are expensive for sure and at the end of the day there is no guarantee that you wont be allergic to them.

Why not look at that list I linked to. Study up on the traits of each dog and find one that suits your lifestyle - then go to a rescue and meet them face to face. Start handling the dog - see if your allergy flares. If all goes well at the rescue you can try a home visit. This way if your allergy is too much then the dog can go back to rescue and you havent yourself added to the rescue problem.

As you say - huge expense and still a lot to consider

minimacka

suki - many thanks for your reply, believe me we all as a family want a dog its just a case of starting early to find the right one. I will have alook at that website you suggested.

Slimcilla

Hi - hope you don't mind me butting in. I have a Greyhound because my Mother is allergic to dogs. A friend of mine in Edinburgh is allergic to Dogs/Horses/Cats/Rabbits/Hamsters and he also wasn't allergic to Speedy, he and his wife frequently used to look after him if I was away for a day or two..

My boss has a labradoodle and it cost over £1k (!) and is the maddest puppy I have ever come across.. Personally I personally couldn't cope with house training a monster like that but as a 2 year old Speedy was pretty easy..

Greyhounds make great pets, don't shed much and are very placid lazy and noble creatures that deserve a good home. Also because they are a pure breed you have a better chance of knowing what their temperament is like from the start.

Theres a thread on here at the moment about Greyhounds that would give you lots of info.... There are also some great greyhound forums out there.. Greyhound Gap is one, Scottish Greyhound Sanctuary is another, Lurcher Link will also give good information but if you have an allergy you don't want a Lurcher as it's only part Sighthound..

Sorry to intrude but I just adore my Greyhound and wish more could get great homes.

minimacka

SLIMCILLA
Your not intruding by anymeans I welcome all advise. This is why I posted a thread to get more people comments and advise.

Raksha

I have a rescue Labradoodle, and he's as mad as a box of frogs (but that's why we love him!)

There are many Labradoodles (adults and puppies) now in rescues, so don't think you always have to pay £00's for one (I didn't)

http://doodletimes.net/index.php?sid=7ebdb1bb05f7a869422b9a3034efd113

http://labradoodle.org.uk/forum/index.php?sid=40490072fead383c3b02c22e64bb6536

These are two forums where owners and breeders discuss Doodles. There are plenty of threads on there about responsible breeders (and how much it can cost to produce a health tested litter - you often get what you pay for, and both Poodles and Labs have health problems which should be tested for before the dogs are mated).

If you are prepared to put in the training and effort to socialise your Doodle, they do make great family pets - because they love people, so they don't do too well on their own for long periods of time on a regular basis.

And as you know, they are not 100% allergy friendly - my Doodle moults all the time.......