What our program is built around
- Coat-panel verified non-shedding
- Both parents are Embark coat-panel verified to carry only non-shedding gene variants before they're approved — so we can say with confidence that our puppies are non-shedding and hypoallergenic.
- Embark health reports on every parent
- Every parent is screened with Embark for 200+ genetic conditions before they're eligible for our program.
- Generation threshold
- Every parent is at least F1B and most are multigenerational — F1B is the earliest generation a fully non-shedding coat is a probable result. Goldendoodles, Cockapoos, and Bernedoodles only.
If your lease or HOA has a size restriction
Check the written limit before choosing a litter. An estimated adult range is not a guarantee that a dog will finish below a hard cap. We can share the parents’ sizes and the expected range for a specific litter, but leave enough room between that estimate and the maximum allowed.
If you’ll be away for a full workday
Arrange a midday bathroom break and check-in before go-home. A trusted family member, walker, or local pet-care service can provide that support while house-training and household routines settle in. How long it is needed depends on the puppy’s age and progress.
If you live in an apartment without a yard
Apartment living can work well when bathroom access and daily activity are planned. Think through the trip from your door to an outdoor area, where walks and play will happen in bad weather, and whether your lease has weight or breed rules. A yard is convenient, but a reliable walking, play, and bathroom routine matters more.
If young children are part of the picture
Adult size and individual temperament matter more here than a breed label. A smaller adult dog may be easier for a young child to handle, while any puppy still needs an adult to supervise play and set the training rhythm from the beginning. We base our guidance on the puppies we are actually observing, not on gender alone.
If the household is older or has mobility considerations
If leash handling or lifting is a concern, start with the adult weight you can comfortably manage. Also consider stairs, grooming appointments, getting in and out of the car, and how much early leash work the household can support. We can share the expected range for a litter and what we are seeing in each puppy.
If you work from home
Working from home gives you flexibility for bathroom breaks and short training sessions. It also makes planned alone time important. Practice brief, calm separations from the beginning so being home together does not become the only routine the puppy knows.
If you’re planning for grooming
Every doodle coat we raise needs routine care. Plan on brushing and combing to the skin at home, plus professional grooming on a regular schedule. The exact interval depends on coat length and how you want it kept. The time and cost belong in the household plan before you reserve.
You can also see adult sizes, coat notes, and care details in our Goldendoodle guide, Cockapoo guide, and Bernedoodle guide.
Optional professional training
Professional help with the early weeks
If you want professional help with housebreaking, crate work, and leash foundations, our close friends Much Ado About Doodles offer one- and three-month training programs before hand-delivery.
We know the puppies individually by the time families choose. If adult size, daily routine, or temperament is your deciding factor, you can email us anytime or book a quick video call. We’ll tell you what we’re seeing in the current litter.