Texas Doodle Darlins Family

Our Darlin' Extended Family

Just wanted to let you know we are really enjoying Riley! She was very tired last night and slept well. She has been doing great with potty training so far... no accidents in the house which I think is amazing! She is very sweet. We are all enamored with her. Thanks for making the process so easy. She is great! Cindy

... We are continuing to enjoy Riley. We are so happy with her! Cindy

We just weighed Riley yesterday. She is 14 pounds. She does not shed at all. It is wonderful! We could not be happier with Riley. She has such a sweet disposition. The whole family adores her! Cindy (January 2008, 7½ months old)

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Skipper

So - I've attached a couple of Dexter pictures...(didn't like the name at first - my sons choice - but it goes well now!) He is...as my son said last week - " the best dog ever"! Dexter had another Vet visit Saturday and he is now 11 pounds 4 oz! He is healthy - energetic - fun - smart - a good companion - and beautiful....everything you could want in a dog! I've never seen a dog play with every one of his toys! He takes each one out of his basket and plays with it. Amazing. He retrieves balls already. He's just a real pleasure...I'll send more pics.... Thanks for everything again! Bill

Yes, Dexter is beautiful! His hair was so nice, I didn't want to cut it! People have said he's the most beautiful dog they've ever seen! But he needed to be able to see, so he got a trim a few days before those pictures! He weights just under 20 lbs (10 months old)....is still full of life and fun. Shed? I was visiting my sister over Christmas and we took Dexter...I was holding him as it was raining and I didn't want him all wet heading into her house. I handed him over to her and she had this panic look as she was wearing a black sweater...when she handed him back a few minutes later, not one hair on her! Everyone who meets him wants one just like him. The appliance repair guy yesterday told my wife he wants to know where I got him as he wants one too! So - you have a very happy family here! If you had 10 Dexter's, I could have sold them all for you! Bill

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Aren't I cute?

I love my new home!

I am ten weeks old, six and a half pounds, and still growing! Licks, Brighton

So far we are really enjoying blonde boy, but we call him Teddy because he looks like a teddy bear! He is very playful and loving. Teddy is SO cute. Everyone who sees him always stops us and tells us that he is adorable. He visited the doctors today and it all went well and he now weighs 8.5 lbs! Thank you.

Hello once again James and Linda! Teddy is doing GREAT! He is 21 pounds and he seems to be getting cuter every day! He is SO big now! He is now completely toilet trained and we even taught him how to do a few tricks. Teddy is so loveable and we are growing to love him... A LOT! P.S.- One of the pictures has Teddy with his hair cut. We decided to show you guys this picture so that you can see what he looked like. Have a HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! -Doh family

Just wanted to drop you guys a note on how Little Girl is doing. She is doing great!! The boys named her Maggie, and she has just been such a joy. She is sweet, and playful, and we all just love her. She is doing great on the potty training as well. We took her to the vet and everything was fine . . . We threw in some pictures for you as well. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and we'll keep you posted on how she is doing. - Dan/Brooke

We have renamed Golden Boy to Murphy. He is doing great! He is so
smart, has only wet his overnight crate one time, his second night here. Every other night has been a clean crate....pretty amazing. Murphy knows sit, down, and stand, and will sit without a verbal command. He eats well and is really growing. We really love him! - Melanie

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Cheyenne

Just wanted to let you know that Arby (yes – like the roast beef sandwich! The kids liked the name, which dad said was short for R.B. for “Red Boy”, and I guess it just stuck!) is doing great. He made the 5 hour road trip out to my dad’s ranch in West Texas for the New Year’s weekend, and slept at my feet the whole way. The kids are loving him, even if they are not sure what to do with him. They try to help me walk him, and love to throw toys for him to retrieve. I am attaching a photo from the ranch. He is growing like a weed, and the vet says he is very healthy. - Amy

Just wanted to give you an update on Arby. He is doing well. We took him to the vet on Friday and the vet says he is now up to 30 pounds at 6 months. His growth seems to be slowing down quite a bit, so I am still optimistic that he will stay under or around 40 pounds. The kids still love him – he is such a good natured little guy. His absolute favorite toy is the kids’ soccer ball – he is agile and fast with it. I have taking to clipping him myself with scissors, which is really quite hilarious. I like him when he is all fluffy, but my husband is convinced that I need to keep him clipped in the summer because of the heat. If I get up the nerve, I will send you a picture of him, but you will have to promise not to laugh at the hair cut! I hope all is well with you and your family. Amy

Attached are some photos of Arby. The first one is right before his recent haircut, when he was still fluffy and cute. The second two are after his haircut (they are not the best photos, as he was excited and we had trouble getting him to stand still). The third picture shows him next to our very old (14) dog Tango. She was around 45 pounds in her prime, although she is closer to 40 pounds these days. Anyway, that will give you a size comparison. On a funny note – I gave him the haircut with my son’s pre-school “safety scissors”. Not exactly salon quality! Have a great week. Amy

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Cheyenne

I hope all is well with you, I just wanted to give you an update on Bentley. He is so wonderful and very smart. We went to the vet yesterday, he is 15 pounds right now and very healthy and happy. He is already playing fetch and my husband is taking him to doggie training. He has already learned to sit!. He has found his best friend in my son Ryan who is 6. He sleeps on the end of his bed. They have become inseparable. He is a great addition to our family. Thanks again, Kim

I was on your website admiring the new puppies, aren’t they adorable. I can’t wait to see what they look like as they get older… We originally wanted a female puppy because everyone says they are easier, but I have really found Bentley to be great. We took him to the groomer for his first trim of his legs and face to kind of ease him in to the grooming stuff. He was happy as a clam and we laughed so hard when he came out looking like a giant cotton ball. He was cute. Next time I will take a picture of him.

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Cheyenne

Here are some recent pics of Bella. She is doing great and is already at 12 pounds. She is doing pretty good on the potty training although she is still having a few accidents in the house. She is the star of the neighborhood and I can't make it down the street without getting stopped so that someone can pet her. Sometimes she gets so excited that she will pee on them and nobody seems to mind!! She is also going to be featured in a brochure that my vet's office is putting together so now she is going to be famous!! She has tons of energy and keeps me busy, but I wouldn't have it any other way. Shelly (Dallas, TX)

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Cheyenne

just a quick update.....Teddi (new name) is doing excellent. She is sooooooooooo smart. So smart, that she is using the cats litter box (blew my mind). She is so adorable. Took her to doggie park today and she was the most popular dog at the park. The great Dane was most enamored by her. She is very outgoing and friendly to everyone she meets including people. No health issues that I can see. She sleeps in the crate at night and doesn't cry. She really doesn't have any personality issues that I can see. Most well adjusted puppy I've ever known. The three of the canines are totally bonded. And the cats are always rubbing all over her. Its a match made in heaven. I'll send more news later.

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Ivory

Our little darling is settled into our family. The kids ran around the house with her. She seems to love everyone and is doing great. She didn't want to eat though. She drank some water. No name yet for her. We will keep you all posted. Attached are some photos. Thanks, Tina

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Ivory

Hi Linda! Just wanted to let you know that little Ivory is doing great! She is such a little lover and has brought so much joy to our family. She's a good little puppy - even pawing at the door when she needs to go out! Thank you for this little blessing. We went to the vet yesterday and she got a clean bill of health... Thanks for everything. Jennifer

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Ivory

Hi James and Linda: Well thank you for bringing Cody into Frisco for us. I am so glad my
daughters found him online! Cody is his name but Linda must have called him Lover-boy since he goes nuts when he hears that name! He is. All that and more! What a great friend and way too smart and easy going for this young of a puppy! His coat is amazing and caramel color beyond our expectations. He goes in his kennel without fuss, and slept thru night from first night to morning. Easy going but can turn it on when we want to play. I cannot say enough...except I am torn whether to get a second (only from you...period) or have him as MY very best friend. Call me with update on litters and let's discuss. Thank you and God's Blessings. John & Cody

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Ivory

Happy New Year! I hope you and your family had a great holiday! Ours has definitely been a memorable one with our new little pup. We decided to name "loverboy" Alf. Everyone agrees that he does look just like Alf and the name fits his funny personality perfectly. I wanted to thank you for helping us pick the perfect puppy to add to our family. When I first spoke with James I had quite a long list of things I was looking for and honestly thought that no dog could ever live up to what I wanted. I wanted a puppy that would be great with our 3 year old, our 80 lb. Bernese Mountain dog, and our cat. I was looking for a pup that would be playful and affectionate, but a quick learner in our busy house. Alf has lived up to those things and even more! As you could probably tell at the time when we came to look at your puppies my husband was not sold on the idea of a puppy and especially not the Goldendoodle breed. Alf won him over in the first few hours. He was unbelievably well adjusted. He never cried at night in his crate, has never had an accident in his crate, and maybe just a few accidents total in our house. He was completely housebroken within the first few weeks!! Over the busy holiday season Alf has been with us to visit family and friends at 4 different homes with small children and other dogs, and even 2 separate six hour road trips. He always behaves great and is friendly to everyone. He even already knows how to sit, stay, lay down, and shake hands! I hate to sound like I am gushing, but we look at each other each night astounded by what a great puppy Alf is! I have attached some recent pictures of Alf from Thanksgiving and Christmas. I can't believe he is 3 months old! I can't thank you enough for such a cute, sweet, funny and amazing companion! Keep up the great work! Traci

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Amber

I wanted to send you guys a picture of the most beautiful goldendoodle ever. Charlie Bear is doing great. I really noticed a big change after we started using a crate during the day. He loves to snuggle and love on you. I've never had a dog put his head on your shoulder and hug you. There is definitely no shedding problem with these little dogs. The last time I had him weighed he was 13 lbs. He is mostly just fur, just like a teddy bear. Thanks, Erika

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Amber

We absolutely adore Berbie!!! She is the cutest, sweetest. puppy ever. She is now 15 pounds, happy and healthy. Thank you so much. Have a merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year!!! Heidi and Alex

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Amber

I just wanted to let you know I have just given someone your website address, they are interested in a miniature goldendoodle. We take Bella to puppy training class now every Saturday morning and the tutor asked me where I got Bella from as she is just GORGEOUS! There is no other breeder I would recommend. Bella is just a sweetheart, such a loving dog with a beautiful nature. Her and our 3 year old daughter Gracie are like best friends. Kim

I thought I would send you a recent picture of Bella. The first picture was taken a few weeks after we got her, she was looking up at me as if to say “I thought you said I could have all the socks in the house to chew!” she is the sweetest puppy ever and we get SO many compliments about her everywhere she goes. She has the cutest little face and is perfect with our 3 year old daughter, they are like best friends, Bella follows Gracie
EVERYWHERE! My Mum got a standard sized goldendoodle about 6 weeks after we got Bella and they are also best buddies, Bentley, my Mums “puppy” towers over Bella, he is HUGE! But Bella is the boss, they look adorable together. We take them to the lake quite a lot and they both REALLY love the water. The second picture I have here was taken a little over 1 week ago of Bella after she’d been groomed we were surprised to pick her up and see she was wearing a little yellow ribbon!! Anyway hope you and your family are all well! Any more puppies on the way? Take Care , Kim

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Amber

Belle is doing wonderful (we like the name Belle so are keeping that name for her). She is doing great with the crate training and sleeps through the entire night without crying (she did wake up on Sunday night due to the heavy rains but just whimpered a little and went right back to sleep. She is eating well and loves to play with all her toys. Potty training is going well also, she is very smart. The vet said she was very healthy. We will send some pictures and give you updates as she grows. We are very happy with her, thanks again, Regards, Cindy and Jim

Hello James and Linda. Well, Belle is nearly 4 months old and doing just great. She has the greatest temperament and is the friendliest little dog. And, so smart. Everyone that meets her just loves her. And no shedding at all. She is up to 7 lbs. I thought I would pass along a few more pictures for your website. Thanks again for such a wonderful puppy! She did great with the socialization class. She was excited to play with every puppy even though most were bigger than her. It was all fun and games to her. Yes you are welcome to use the pictures with the kids in them. The last ones I sent previously as well.

Hello, we just wanted to drop you a line with a 6 month old picture of Belle. This was taken after we took her for her for her first professional haircut. She is such a great puppy, so friendly and smart. She is now at 11 lbs. I hope all is well with you. Have you heard back from Belle's litter mates? I haven't seen any of them on your website. I hope they are all doing as well as Belle is. Your newest litter is really cute. Take care.

Her coat is beautiful. Extremely soft and absolutely no shedding. I love to snuggle my face into it!

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Cheyenne

Charlie

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Cheyenne

Tinkerbell

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Cheyenne

We are finally settled now with our new puppy, whose name has changed from Emmett to Bare Naked, better known as Bare. The reason we gave him that name is the first night we had him home, we introduced him to our pool and taught him how to get on the raft (the pic is the day after he arrived home, My 2nd day in the pool) and the other is a pic from yesterday (Going for it). The ride home with him was awesome! We had a little bed for him that went in the crate, but we put the bed in between our seats in the car and he played, laid, and slept there on the way home. He was also happy laying in his dad's lap too (Man, I'm pooped). The day we got home, he was just a ball of fire (Me and Dad's first day together) after being in the car all day, but once the day was over, he was resting well (This is too comfortable!). Well, there have been alot of pics in between, but one of our favorite is the one where is looking up at us (What ya doing mom and dad?). He is a wonderful puppy and we are loving him. He goes to work with Jim everyday and plays hard at night. He is learning quickly and listens so good. We are blessed to have him and thank you for everything in making that come true! BTW, Bare says to tell his real mommy (Amber) hi and he still loves her! Talk to you soon with more pics. Jackie, Jim, and Bare

Sire: Caramel, Dam: Amber

Just wanted to send you a quick note to tell you how much we are enjoying Rusty (Froggy)! He has grown quite leggy and is a beautiful butterscotch color. His temperament is the sweetest...he never meets a stranger, and he wags his tail so hard for us, we think it's going to fly off his backside! :) Another great thing is that he doesn't startle easily. Thanks to you, he isn't jumpy at the vacuum or other loud household noises. I've never owned such a smart dog...he's already learned "sit", "speak", "come", and of course, "drop it". In 10 minutes, we taught him to ring a bell on the back door to let us know when he needed to go outside. Amazing!! During last few days, he's learned to jump off our pool steps and swim around with us in the pool. He loves it!! All he has to hear is, "Wanna go swimming?", and he goes bananas! He makes us laugh every day, and he constantly romps/torments our Scottish Terrier. They get along great, and they take turns stealing each others chew toys. I'll attempt to attach a couple of pictures, and we'll keep you posted on his progress. Feel free to share our letter on your website! Sincerely, Julie, North Richland Hills, TX

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We wanted to update you on Olivia (aka Corvette). She is doing great! She graduates from puppy kindergarten today! She can sit, laydown, and we are working on roll over. Olivia is very smart. She is also a social butterfly loves to play with other puppies and meet new people!! She is 9 pounds now at about 4 months old. We love her so much and thank you for being so wonderful to work with!

This was Sweet Tea's first and last voyage on the baby Malibu three days before the flood in June. He did great out on the boat.......We have a trainer come to our home periodically and he is responding well to the direction. It took him less than three days to learn how to use the poochie bells (thanks for the tip!). We run four miles on a daily basis. He loves it!! The ezydog.com equipment has been great. We are looking at different Service Dog options for him when he gets older. A way for both myself and my daughter to volunteer together with Sweet Tea (aka Austin). More recent photos to follow...Megan

I thought I would sent you a little update about Veneto who we have renamed "Sundance" (from the movie Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid) since he is a cowboy!...He is doing so well!......He has a wonderful temperament, beautiful coat, and the cutest face in the world. We can't imagine life without him. We get soooo many compliments and people just stop us all the time and ask to pet him. I always mention where I got him from so hopefully you'll get some more business from Canada. He is fully house broken and knows sit, stay, shake your paw, and roll over! I tell you he's one smart little guy. I just love him to bits and so does everyone else that meets him. My mom never liked dogs and was always a little fearful and to everyone's amazment her and Sundance are like two peas in a pod. I think they like each other more then they like me! I'll be sure to send you some pictures as soon as I download them from my camera. Again thank you for breeding such beautiful dogs who really are family members. Most sincerely, Tara

Just wanted to send you an update on Maddie (aka MaryAnn)..she is now 6 months old and weighing in at 16 lbs..she is the most perfect dog I can ever imagine! Even my husband, who said getting a puppy was a huge mistake, now can't imagine life without her. She's completely housebroken, graduated from puppy school, and is on her way to intermediate classes, and is such a little lover! She loves nothing more than being held. Everyone who meets her falls in love, they all say she looks like a little living stuffed animal. She doesn't shed at all except for when I brush her out, and when she blew her puppy coat around 3 or 4 months. I found a few furballs when I swept, but no allergy problems whatsoever with anyone! I'm going to eventually get her trained and credentialed to be a pet therapy dog, she is such a great temperament and loves every single person or dog she meets. I can't thank you enough for helping me find my most perfect companion! Hope all is well with you, these pictures were taken last week after her first haircut:). Sara