Kate’s Family Pets
Labradoodle Discussion Forum

Welcome! My name is Kate and I am a veterinarian and a breeder of Miniature Labradoodles - based in New South Wales in Australia. My web site address is www.family-pets.com
I have set up this discussion page in order that all Labradoodle owners can get in touch with each other and discuss their dogs - sharing experiences - both pleasures and problems.
I hope too that people thinking about obtaining a Labradoodle will be able to ask questions of 'doodle owners directly.
Where appropriate I will offer comments or suggestions. If you are interested in one of my dogs please call my surgery on 02 6895 3117
I'm sorry but I would prefer that the page is NOT used to source breeders or obtain breeder references - it is dull reading for owners and there are lots of other places to obtain this information
There are 2 independant discussion forums (set up by owners) where you can ask for breeder references
http://disc.yourwebapps.com/Indices/121318.html
and
http://disc.yourwebapps.com/Indices/141437.html.
There is also a forum set up specifically for breeders where you may find the information you need:
http://disc.yourwebapps.com/Indices/179154.html

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Subject: Author: Last Post
Linny Buffy & Spike Mon Apr 28 18:37
Hi all, We had a great day down at Bayview last Sunday. It was a little windy, but the sun was shining, the water was warm, and lots of oodles were ready to play! Rompers included Ralph, Monty, Oskar, Kyla, Shari, Bagel, Shelley, Molly, Goldie, Coco, Ernie, Phoebe, Winnie, Cooper, Toffee, Kevin, Sydney, Buffy,... more
Linny Buffy & Spike Sat Apr 26 15:52
....12 Noon, Bayview Dog Beach, next to Rowland Reserve, Pittwater Road Bayview. See you there!!!
Anonymous Thu Apr 24 20:02
I am thinking about getting a Moyen Poodle and would appreciate any Moyen owners giving me a little info about them!
bashi Thu Apr 24 16:29
Hi there, We have a gorgeous 2 year old backcross labradoodle male who needs a new home. He is a small to medium size, has a woolly non shedding coat which is a tan colour, is in very good health, is very fit (plays with another dog all day), has grown up with very active young children, babies and grandparents but... more
Linny Buffy & Spike Sat Apr 19 17:38
SYDNEY “ROMP AROUND THE WORLD" SUNDAY 27th April 2008 Labradoodles, Groodles, Spoodles etc from across the planet will be meeting next weekend to celebrate the “Doodle Romp Around the World”! The Sydney romp will be held on Sunday 27th April 2008, at Sydney’s famous Bayview Dog Beach, next to Rowland... more
vchev Sat Apr 19 14:18
Our labradoodle (2001) has recently developed a small pink raised spot near his nose which I discovered when giving him a wash. Are these raised spots common?? Is there anything I should be doing about it??
Les-Lee Wed Apr 9 22:47
Carlos is a black labradoodle from Kate, born Dec 2001. He is very people friendly and loves a good walk. I am trying to find someone who would be able to take him for this time as my husband and I are going OS. I do not want to put him in a kennel as I feel that his lovely personality may be altered by the time we... more
SueC Thu Mar 13 23:41
Cindy has developed more hot spots! The original problem (see my earlier post)appeared to be a very bad yeast infection in her ears. I followed Kate's advice and the ears issue was the problem. She had only had hot spots on her face-scratching her ears caused them. We have kept her well away form swimming-no easy... more
Linny Buffy & Spike Thu Mar 6 03:51
Here are some directions for the Sydney Mini-Romp this Thursday 6 March 2008: We will be meeting at 11 AM at Sirius Cove, Mosman. Turn down Military Road, towards Taronga Zoo. Go past Mosman High School and the shops, and turn right at the round-about into Prince Albert Parade. Wind your way down via Elfrida and... more
Linny Wed Feb 27 04:16
Hi all, Just a quick note to let you know there will be a Sydney meet up and Mini-Romp at 11 AM next Thursday 6 March, at Sirius Cove Mosman. Details will follow shortly :) Best wishes, Linny
shan railton Wed Feb 13 03:46
Hi All, We have a 6 yr old Labradoodle we bought from Kate as a puppy. He is all you could ask for, great in all respects. Recently we have noticed he is having issues with his hips in regard to pain the day after a lot of exercise (he plays a lot of fetch if given the chance). He is also a digger and a swimmer.... more
SueC Tue Jan 29 16:19
I have a 9 month old mini labradoodle who has developed hot spots on her face for the second time. We live in Melbourne and although it is warmer than usual it is not hot yet. Is there anyway to prevent them? The treatment from the vet is great although she HATES her collar so I am keen to know if there are ways to... more
Linny Thu Jan 24 03:56
Hi all, As I posted earlier, Zoe the Groodle (Golden Retriever cross Standard Poodle) is now safe with Debbie in Sydney, after being rescued from the pound. She has been desexed, and is now available for adoption. Two year old Zoe is the product of a broken home. She has always been a much loved member of her family ... more
Rebecca Paramore Mon Jan 21 19:00
Hi there all! We have a 9 week old Golden Labradoodle 'Max' who our family just love. Do all puppies bite? And what have you done when your puppies have? We have 4 children (10,8,5 &4 years)who probably don't help matters...thinking it hilarious when Max chases them and bites, pulling down their shorts! Thanks... more
Linny Buffy & Spike Wed Jan 16 20:44
Hi all, We've just returned from a great holiday at Culburra Beach, on the NSW South Coast. The dogs had a wonderful time! Here are lots of pics :) This helicopter is outside the Nowra Information Center Buffy & Spike watching the pelicans Fetch Spike! Taking a break in the back of the car Strolling on... more
Carolyn Shelbourn Wed Jan 16 04:17
Ho Hum, another, predictably anonymous, tirade [on the stop the ban on crossbred dogs petition no. 598] against our choice of dog from, presumably, some pedigree dog breeder, spruiking his inbred monstrosities that, after their 15 minutes of fame in the show ring, turn out to be a vets’ superannuation plan. The... more
Linny Wed Jan 16 04:14
http://forbes.yourguide.com.au/news/local/general/puppies-bring-smiles-to-jrv-residents/1162202.html Puppies bring smiles to JRV residents Muriel Smith with Jema and Lachie. The Eden Alternative, created by American Doctor, William Thomas, is spreading world-wide and has made its way to Forbes in the form of ... more
Linny Thu Jan 3 04:00
Hi all This is Zoe, a beautiful Groodle girl (Golden Retriever cross Standard Poodle), who is only 2 years old: Zoe is a lovely, gentle girl, who weighs around 45 Kg. Her owner could no longer look after her properly, and through no fault of her own she's ended up in Wyong pound (on the NSW Central Coast). Zoe... more
Linny Wed Dec 19 22:08
Stop the Ban on Labradoodles and Other Crossbred Dogs An Independent Member of the NSW Parliament, Clover Moore, introduced a Bill in October 2007 that will effectively ban the breeding of Labradoodles and other crossbred dogs in the state of New South Wales, Australia. This Bill seeks to reduce the number of... more
Linny Tue Dec 18 23:20
Hi all, Here's a copy of the letter I sent to Clover Moore regarding the proposed Bill banning crossbreeds in Australia. Please don't forget to sign the petition at http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/Save-the-Labradoodle if you haven't already. So far we have a little over 300 signatures, but it would be great if... more
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