RE: [labradoodles] Look at this face!!

2006-11-09 Thread Kendra Vestal
I truly mean no offence or to disparage. Flat coat Labradoodles do not sell well and because there are literally hundreds of BYB passing these dogs out like candy it is hard for the ethical breeders to sell them. I know many ethical breeders of early generation Labradoodles who have

RE: [labradoodles] Look at this face!!

2006-11-09 Thread Kendra Vestal
In this case I would not breed F1 to F1, if they were actually curly coats then it would be ok. Just go F1b next time. From: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 09, 2006 5:54 PM To:

RE: [labradoodles] What will happen when/if....

2006-11-12 Thread Kendra Vestal
Right now we call them Australian Labradoodles and American Labradoodles Thank you, Kendra J. Vestal Noble Vestal Labradoodles 317-770-7418 http://www.NobleVestalDoodles.com [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On

RE: [labradoodles] Look at this face!!/christa

2006-11-13 Thread Kendra Vestal
Word of advice on shaving dogs~ The Labradoodles coat insulates them from the hot summer sun and traps air between the layers keeping them cool. There are a few things you can do to help them stay cool such as: shaving their belly, inner legs, pits and under ears chin. If you do

RE: [labradoodles] Re: I have a problem with Sam

2006-11-16 Thread Kendra Vestal
I would agree- I was simply commenting on the question prompted by another persons recommendation. Belly bands are typically only used by breeders for their stud boys or by owners whose dog is incontinent. We feel that proper training is key. _ From:

RE: [labradoodles] Need Advice on Dry Skin

2006-12-01 Thread Kendra Vestal
You may also try to bathe him using Head n' Shoulders, we have used it and it does work. I agree with Carol who recommended less frequent bathing. Your Labradoodle (depending on type) only needs bathed 1 to 2 times a year with soap, other times he should be fine if hosed off. Brushing your dog

RE: [labradoodles] How to curb nipping?

2006-12-05 Thread Kendra Vestal
Great advice Carol- I would also add that consistency is key, you cant let the pup chew or bite one time but not another. The pup will get confused by the message and you will have no success at teaching No Bite. By The Way- Check out the up dated pictures of Atta's puppies! Only one

RE: [labradoodles] Need Advice Please

2006-12-06 Thread Kendra Vestal
--- Kendra Vestal [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:kendra%40noblevestaldoodles.com wrote: Great advice Carol- I would also add that consistency is key, you cant let the pup chew or bite one time but not another. The pup will get confused by the message and you will have no success at teaching No Bite

RE: [labradoodles] Need Advice Please/Intro

2006-12-06 Thread Kendra Vestal
PEPPER SPRAY! -Original Message- From: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 06, 2006 9:32 AM To: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [labradoodles] Need Advice Please/Intro Hi. I have been sort of lurking

RE: [labradoodles] Need Advice Please/Intro

2006-12-06 Thread Kendra Vestal
Don't tell them, it sounds like they don't watch their dog so they probably wont notice! -Original Message- From: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 06, 2006 11:15 AM To: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com Subject:

RE: [labradoodles] Re: Brushes

2006-12-08 Thread Kendra Vestal
a mitten which he loves, but it doesn't seem to really get in there like the metal one. Thanks, Heather Kendra Vestal [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You may also try to bathe him using Head n' Shoulders, we have used it and it does work. I agree with Carol who recommended less frequent bathing

RE: [labradoodles] A few doodle puppy questions...

2007-01-11 Thread Kendra Vestal
Donna, I am a breeder of the Australian Labradoodle~ You may find that your ALD does not blow his coat some ALD's never do. While some will experience a slow change of coat and will notice that the hair will start to change starting along the spine near the tail or between the shoulders and

RE: [labradoodles] Grooming question

2007-01-15 Thread Kendra Vestal
You have to wipe those areas every time! Gosh don't you just love these dogs! _ From: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kathy Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 2:06 PM To: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com Subject: [labradoodles] Grooming question How

RE: [labradoodles] Shipping Delay

2007-01-18 Thread Kendra Vestal
I was trying to ship from Canada into Chicago and was told due to weather they have stopped all live animal flights until April. I hope this is not the case and you get your pup soon! Kendra J. Vestal Noble Vestal Labradoodles 317-770-7418 http://www.NobleVestalDoodles.com [EMAIL

RE: [labradoodles] Re: Shipping Delay

2007-01-19 Thread Kendra Vestal
. You have to call ahead to make sure the temp. restrictions are not in effect. With American and United that is 20 degrees. Of course we've had an incredibly mild winter until this week :) Cheryl --- In labradoodles@ mailto:labradoodles%40yahoogroups.com yahoogroups.com, Kendra Vestal [EMAIL

RE: [labradoodles] Re: Doodles Jumping

2007-01-28 Thread Kendra Vestal
Allow your dog to wear his leash in the house, when he jumps step on the leash and say DOWN or OFF and give him a treat when he doesn't try to repeat the jumping. Good luck _ From: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of buttafamily5 Sent: Thursday,

RE: [labradoodles] Shipping Delay . . .again

2007-01-28 Thread Kendra Vestal
O Hare will not take puppies until April, they do this every year due to weather. You are going to have to ship to Milwaukee (1 N) or Indianapolis (3 hours SE). I promise, I have done this enough to know! _ From: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of

RE: [labradoodles] Breeders in New England?

2007-02-27 Thread Kendra Vestal
Oh Geez for a moment I thought you were a spammer too~ I really like and highly recommend Patty Barns of Log Cabin Labradoodles and Stephani at Ocean State Labradoodles. Both will be happy to forward you to breeders in the area who might be able to help you. We have several puppies in

RE: [labradoodles] Apology

2007-03-26 Thread Kendra Vestal
It is ok, I understand how you feel! I had just moved them to the junk mail folder. I wish all some very happy doodle'ing! Spring is here! -Original Message- From: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, March 26, 2007 10:24

RE: [labradoodles] Breeding

2007-03-26 Thread Kendra Vestal
What tests have your completed on your female? What size is she? What size do you hope to produce? What type of coat does she have? What type of coats do you hope to produce? Have you ever bred your girl before? How do you plan to sell your puppies (online, already sold/waiting list, news

RE: [labradoodles] Question about coat

2007-03-26 Thread Kendra Vestal
Is this the same dog that you are looking for a stud for? If so forget about breeding her! If you don't have breeding rights and you don't know where is from she is most likely a puppy mill puppy and you have no idea if she has a pedigree loaded with health issues and will only cause families

RE: [labradoodles] Re: Breeding

2007-03-27 Thread Kendra Vestal
should just enjoy her and leave the breeding to the experts. Thanks again. In labradoodles@yahoogroups.com mailto:labradoodles%40yahoogroups.com , Kendra Vestal [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would like to add that just because your dog passes its health tests does not mean that it should be bred

RE: [labradoodles] Advice on Electric trainers and/or fences

2007-03-27 Thread Kendra Vestal
There is one that is mobile and has no wires, just a base and a collar. Kind of like a cordless phone. I think that would be great for a large yard and just one dog. Sorry I don't know who makes it. Here is a link to a thread on another forum that discussed different systems.

RE: [labradoodles] Advice on Electric trainers and/or fences

2007-03-27 Thread Kendra Vestal
Carol, Did you have yours installed by a company or did you do it yourself? I want to get one for a small area of my property. Just an FYI for you Carol~ Coco Beans finally went to her new home in CA and is doing well. I am pregnant and sick does not even describe it! I am only keeping Atta

RE: [labradoodles] Advice on Electric trainers and/or fences

2007-03-27 Thread Kendra Vestal
to you! :) Carol Kendra Vestal [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Carol, Did you have yours installed by a company or did you do it yourself? I want to get one for a small area of my property. Just an FYI for you Carol~ Coco Beans finally went to her new home in CA and is doing well. I am pregnant

RE: [labradoodles] Doodle Sitting

2007-04-11 Thread Kendra Vestal
My dogs do it too! _ From: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of pennytrosper Sent: Wednesday, April 11, 2007 7:52 PM To: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com Subject: [labradoodles] Doodle Sitting Is it a labradoodle trait to sit right down on its owner's

RE: [labradoodles] licking

2007-05-26 Thread Kendra Vestal
Labs are very oral dogs and communicate by mouthing. You may find additional exercise and attention to help curb this. Dogs that oral can be taught many advanced tricks! Kendra J. Vestal Noble Vestal Labradoodles 317-770-7418 http://www.NobleVestalDoodles.com [EMAIL PROTECTED]

RE: [labradoodles] Litter Announcement

2007-06-15 Thread Kendra Vestal
Congratulations on your litter. Please review the International Labradoodle Association's breed standard; the tails should not be docked. _ From: labradoodles@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of chinook_meadows Sent: Friday, June 15, 2007 7:16 PM To: