About Spring Pastures

Are the puppy’s parents “tested/certified”?

Since certain breeds are at risk for genetic conditions like hip, eye, and heart problems, responsible breeders should have their dogs evaluated and tested for diseases and ultimately “certified” disease-free. We have carried out DNA and PRA tests through Orivet to ensure we are breeding the best quality puppies for you and your family.

Can I meet the dog’s parents?

I definately recommend to meet the puppy’s parents. You can be sure that they appear to be in good health and evaluate their overall temperament. They are all on the property except a certain few who are in guardian homes.

Can I meet the entire litter?

Yes come and view and interact with the entire litter. This will allow you to evaluate the cleanliness of the environment and the size, personality, energy level, and health of the puppies. The puppies should interact and be playful with other dogs and comfortable around people.

Do you offer support?

Top breeders are passionate about their puppies and adamant about finding them the best homes. We love to track the lives of our puppies and are willing to answer questions and help you navigate small issues as you raise the dog.

Have vaccines been administered to the puppies?

How many shots have the puppies received and when are they due for their next round of shots? Puppies generally start their vaccine series between 6 and 8 weeks of age. Ideally, vaccines are administered by a licensed veterinarian rather than a feed-store vaccine.

How do I secure my puppy?

This is so easy to do. Once you have made your decision on which puppy will suit your family, a small deposit of $200 (non refundable) will allow me to take him/her off the market to others interested.

I live in another state, how can I get my puppy?

I do offer interstate flights for your new addition. If it's close by or the other side of the country, your puppy will make it to you safely. I personally drive your puppy to the airport to make sure it gets on the plane safely and will provide u details of this.

What age can I take my puppy home?

Puppies ready for adoption at 8 weeks old. It is important that the puppies socialize with their litter mates and other dogs early in life.

What are the individual sizes of the puppy’s parents?

Knowing the size of a dog’s parents can give you a good indication of how big a puppy will get. Is that the size dog you want? The typical size of a toy cavoodle is 4-6kg, the mini cavoodle is 7-9kg. The toy spoodle is 6-8kg and a mini spoodle is 8-10kg.

What do you provide with the puppy?

A copy of the dog’s medical records, indicating vaccinations.

A couple days’ worth of the food they were feeding

Contact information (ideally email and phone)

Specific instructions about care, treatments, etc.

A towel or item that has the scent of the litter and mother

Asking questions will make you feel more comfortable about welcoming a new pet into your home. Proper and responsible breeding, appropriate healthcare, and socialization will make a big difference in how healthy your puppy is and how happy they are with their new homes.

What is the difference between a F1 and F1B?

F1 is two purebred parents. Example of purebred cavalier mother and poodle dad.

F1B is where the mother is already a cavoodle and the dad is a purebred poodle.

What veterinarian work has been done for the puppies?

The puppies have had their first vaccination usually at 7 weeks. They will require 2 more vaccinations usually 4 weeks after the first and then 4 weeks after the second. The puppy will come with a full health check and microchip from the veterinarian.

How to Take Care of Your Poodle Hybrid

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How to Groom your Poodle Hybrid

How do I groom my dog and how often?

It is recommended to brush daily and have a hygiene clip with every season change. This keeps the eyes, ears, feet and genital area clear of any potential dangers for your pup. A full clip is defiantely a personal choice and pendant of weather.

Breed Specific Needs & Health Conditions

What is more suited to me. A cavoodle or a spoodle?

A spoodle will grow to be a larger size and the energy levels are a step up from a cavoodle

What Foods are best for my dog?

What are you currently feeding the puppies?

Regardless of what i am feeding, it is ideal to continue feeding the same food for the first few days at home to minimize the risk of gastrointestinal distress. If you choose to change a puppy’s diet, do it gradually. You will get a bag of dry premium puppy biscuits that will last your for the first week of having your puppy.