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
This is a page for Labradoodle owners to get in touch with each other and discuss their dogs - sharing experiences - both pleasures and problems.
If you have any problems or questions for me you can post them here or contact me throught the surgery.
If you are interested in one of my dogs please call my surgery on 02 6895 3117 - our dogs are in families all over Australia and the world
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ANY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GOOD CONDITIONNER TO REDUCE ITCHING. I HAVE HEARD ABOUT USING APPLE CIDER VINEGAR DILUTED AS A RINSE BUT KEEP THINKING ABOUT COOPER SMELLING LIKE A SALAD.
HAS ANYONE USED COCONUT OIL TO REDUCE ITCHING AND WITH WHAT RESULTS? I KNOW IT HAS BENEFITS FOR SKIN AND COAT AS WELL AS OTEHR GOOD PROPERTIES. ALSO WHAT IS THE PROPER DOSAGE?
Hi Kate, I believe we've communicated in the past about Cooper, our 10 month old atopic dog. Still struggling with his itching. The breederhas offered to take him back and find another home. We are heartbroken. Have begun allergy shots to try and help him knowing that the time period is up to a year to see effects....
more We are interested in Monte -- we would love to give Monte a great home. We saw his picture and fell in love -- could you possibly let us know if he is still homeless? Many thanks, Anabelle and Lynda.
Hello, We tried to send a quote to you but it appears that the Admin email address for your DiscApp is no longer valid. Is there a different email address we can forward the quote to? I also noticed that your forum link on http://www.family-pets.com/ needs to be updated to...
more What is the minimum age to give a blood test to a likely atopic dog and what is the minimum age to begin desenstization shots? Cooper is 9 months old.
Cooper has itching issues. Specialist, a dermatologist had him on steroids which had no noticeable effect. We stopped after 10 days. His diet which he still is on consists of rabbit and potatoes. Treats restricted to apple, carrots,baked potatoes. Blood drawn to see what molds/pollen/grasses he is allergic to with...
more Hi all We had a lovely sunny day for the Sydney Romp, with about 25 "Oodles" of all different kinds. Rompers included Jenny, Andrew & Bella; Patti & Bagel; Loveday & Jake; Tom, Laurel & Gabby; Marianne, Peet, Lauren & Max; Michael & Family with Charley & Marley; Suzanne, Steven & Family with Tilly Divine; Kathy,...
more Hi all - looking for advice re itchy dogs. 1yr old labradoodle backcross & 2yrs old toy poodle. Both started itching last couple of months. No rashes, hair loss, fleas, mites etc [vet checked]. Trying antihistamines at the moment. Dogs are not scratching continually but when they do they almost fall over getting to...
more Hi all, There will be a Christmas Romp and free Sausage Sizzle Brunch for Labradoodle, Spoodle and other "Oodle" owners and their dogs on Sunday 13th December 2009, commencing at 10 AM. We'll be meeting at the off-leash dog park near the end of Marjorie Street, Roseville, in Sydney NSW. Bring a chair or picnic...
more Our dog has a nasty sensitivity to fleas... So far we have tried.. cortisone/antihistamines/natural diet/ weekly frontline and capstar/ sprays every day before and after outings/ all sorts of washes/ fish oil capsules. She's too friendly and rubs up against other dogs in the parks and keeps getting bitten even one...
more Kate, we got buster as a new pup about 6 years ago. Just recently he has developed a limp. He only limps however after he gets up from lying down for some time. Once he walks around a bit he can then extend his back leg and walk on it. he then is fine. Is this the onset of arthritis? Is this a problem with labs? Greg...
more Hello, Is there an alternate email address we can send your renewal information to? The listed admin address bounced the renewal notice back to us.
Hi All, Just hoping we may be able to contact brothers and sisters of our Labradoodle 'Lucy'. Our Lucy was from the litter of Elmo and Blue, born on 12th April 2001. Lucy is a very important part of our family and we would be very interested to hear about any of the other puppies in the litter. Our Lucy has many human ...
more Hi all, Susan (Fang's mum) has sent me this note about a lovely little dog that she is trying to rehome: "I am trying to find a home for Kira, as his owners are moving to an apartment. If I did not already have 2 dogs, I would take him because he is a very affectionate and gentle little fellow. Kira is a 2-year-old...
more Hi, our family of 6 is looking for a labradoodle, or other oodle, to join our loving family. We have 4 children (age 5-10), a fenced garden and would love to go for walks and play with a dog. We are looking for a dog that is about 1-4 ish years old and loves children and other dogs, although we don't have any others....
more Hi, I've just moved from Sydney to QLD (Brisbane region) & I am the proud owner of 2 labradoodles. In Sydney there is a large 'oodle community who participate in regular get togethers including the recent Sydney Romp. I am wondering if anyone is part of or knows about such a community in QLD? Ollie & Harry would like...
more Hi all, Just a quick note to let you know about a couple of gorgeous Groodle (Golden Retriever cross Standard Poodle) puppies that are now available free to good homes. These are two special puppies, in that they had a negative reaction to their inoculation needles. They seem perfectly fine now, and are gradually...
more Hi all, We had a lovely day in the park Saturday under sunny Sydney skies, with a bunch of beautiful Spoodles and Labradoodles! The rompers were out in force, with attendees including Cathy and Joyce (all the way from Louisiana and California); Derani & Lil Soul; Monica, Tony, Magic and Suzie; Annie, Tosca and Fudge;...
more SYDNEY MINI-ROMP There will be a get-together for Labradoodles, Spoodles and other "Oodles" on Saturday the 21st of March 2009. We'll be meeting at 12 Noon at the dog park at the end of Marjorie Street, Roseville (between Marjorie Street and Clanville Road) just near the oval and tennis courts. There is a barbecue...
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