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Little Johnnie Pictures
We have new pictures of Little Johnnie! He is a gorgeous miniature red Cockapoo infusion. He will be mated with our multi-gen Australian Labradoodles and will produce lovely non-shedding, allergy friendly Australian Labradoodles. He has had lots of testing, he is a...
Valencia Pictures
Wow, look at this stunning girl! This is Valencia a puppy from Duchess and Keenan here at Ashford Manor Labradoodles. She is a mini in size weighing about 20 pounds and standing about 16 3/4" tall. Valencia is very easy going, likes to cuddle, and loves everyone she...
Dogs and Creams
Did you know that human creams can cause illness and kill Pets? Keep your Australian Labradoodle healthy by keeping your medications out of areas they are in. Put on any topical creams or ointments in areas that your pets are not going to lick. This article is to make...
Dogs and Xylitol
As a responsible breeder of the Australian Labradoodle we are continually on the look out for more information to keep our families educated. We have run across yet another article about how terrible Xylitol is for dogs. Please do not be like this family and have a...
Dog Virus
Tippecanoe County has had 5 cases of the Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease reported. If your dog is going to the dog park, the groomer, or going to be around many other dogs please consider having the vaccine for CIRD. If your dog has any of the following...
Spay and Neuter
Visit Spay Neuter Network for low cost spay/neuter options in DFW.In every community, in every state, there are homeless animals. In the U.S., there are an estimated 6-8 million homeless animals entering animal shelters every year. Barely half of these animals are...
Shoes – Leave them at the door!
Bringing a new Australian Labradoodle puppy home will not only bring excitement to you and your family, but also to all those who visit the new member of your family. If your family isn’t accustomed to taking your shoes off at the door of your home, we recommend that...
NIpping
Biting is a natural reaction for puppies, it is actually nipping at this age. Until your puppy has joined you in your home, he has always had his brothers, sisters, and mother to play with. This interaction that he has had with his dog family has taught him...
Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease in Chicagoland Area!
If you live in the Chicagoland area and have a dog, please read this. Within the last several weeks, over 1,000 cases of dogs becoming infected with Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (CIRD) have broken out in the Chicago area. CIRD has been linked to the Canine...
Children and Puppy Snacks
It is important for you to teach your children that your labradoodle puppy can not eat everything that humans can eat. There are foods that are very toxic to dogs. At Ashford Manor, we prefer two different kinds of treats Life's Abundance Treats, Lickety Stick, or...
Children carrying puppies
Children will want to pick up your puppy and carry them around. It is important that you observe and guide a child in the proper way to hold a dog. We recommend that a child NEVER carry around your labradoodle, but simply have the child sit and hold the puppy just...
Taking your puppy home
Bringing your puppy home is one of the most exciting times of having a new puppy! It is common for little puppies to have some motion sickness (if your puppy continues to have motion sickness after 6 month of age, please contact and share this information with your...
Parvo virus and your puppy
The Parvo virus is much more common among puppies than adult dogs. There are a few things that you can do to ensure the safety of your pet and avoid this dangerous disease. One of the easiest and most important things that you can do is to establish good hygiene...
Puppy Proofing Your Home
In your puppy’s early days and months at your home you will find he is very curious about his environment. It is important that you make preparations to help keep him safe during this time. One of the best ways to keep your puppy safe during these exploring years is...
Helpful Training Resources
At Ahsford Manor, we want to prepare you and equip you to be able to have a well-rounded labradoodle. We know that knowledge is key to you being able to raise a puppy successfully. We blog weekly on many different topics, posting advice, tips, pictures, and even...
Obedience Class
As we have mentioned in many blog posts, your Australian Labradoodle is very intelligent. We highly recommend that you enroll your puppy in obedience class. This will allow you to learn from a trained professional about how to train your puppy. They will also be...
Upset Tummy
There might be times that your Australian Labradoodle gets an upset tummy. You know this is happening when your doodle has diarrhea or is vomiting. The first thing you should do when you notice these symptoms consistently is to call your veterinarian. It is...
Shopping for your new puppy
Shopping As you prepare for your puppy to join your family, there are a few basic supplies that will help make the transition a little easier for you and your new puppy. Food - We pride ourselves in serving your puppy top quality food from day one. We have enclosed a...