TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Introduction 1
- Glossary of Dog Terms 2
- Chapter One: Understanding Goldendoodles 9
- Facts About Goldendoodles 10
- Summary of Goldendoodle Facts 12
- Goldendoodle Breed History 14
- Chapter Two: Things to Know Before Getting a Goldendoodle 17
- Do You Need a License? 18
- How Many Goldendoodles Should You Keep? 19
- Do Goldendoodles Get Along with Other Pets? 20
- How Much Does it Cost to Keep a Goldendoodle? 21
- What are the Pros and Cons of Goldendoodles? 23
- Pros for the Goldendoodle Breed 24
- Cons for the Goldendoodle Breed 25
- Chapter Three: Purchasing Your Goldendoodle 27
- Where Can You Buy a Goldendoodle? 28
- How to Choose a Reputable Goldendoodle Breeder 29
- Tips for Selecting a Healthy Goldendoodle Puppy 32
- Puppy-Proofing Your Home 35
- Chapter Four: Caring for Your New Goldendoodle 39
- Ideal Habitat Requirements for Goldendoodles 40
- Supplies and Equipment to Have on Hand 41
- Exercise Requirements for the Goldendoodle 43
- Chapter Five: Meeting Your Goldendoodle’s Nutritional Needs 45
- The Nutritional Needs of Dogs 46
- Proteins 47
- Carbohydrates 47
- Fats 48
- Vitamins and Minerals 48
- Daily Energy Requirements 48
- How to Select a Quality Dog Food Brand 51
- Dangerous Foods to Avoid 54
- Chapter Six: Training Your Goldendoodle 57
- Socializing Your New Goldendoodle Puppy 59
- Housebreaking your Goldendoodle Puppy 61
- Positive Reinforcement for Obedience Training 64
- Chapter Seven: Grooming Your Goldendoodle 67
- Recommended Tools to Have on Hand 69
- Tips for Bathing Goldendoodles 70
- Tips for Grooming Your Goldendoodle 71
- Other Grooming Tasks 72
- Brushing Your Goldendoodle’s Teeth 72
- Trimming Your Goldendoodle’s Nails 74
- Cleaning Your Goldendoodle’s Ears 75
- Chapter Eight: Breeding Your Goldendoodle 77
- Breeding Goldendoodles and Designer Dogs 78
- Basic Dog Breeding Information 82
- Tips for Caring for your Pregnant Goldendoodle 84
- Whelping Goldendoodle Puppies 87
- Caring for and Weaning the Puppies 89
- Chapter Nine: Keeping Your Goldendoodle Healthy 93
- Common Health Problems Affecting Goldendoodles 96
- Hip Dysplasia 97
- Elbow Dysplasia 99
- Hypothyroidism 101
- Von Willebrand’s Disease 103
- Eye Conditions 104
- Patellar Luxation 109
- Sebacious Adenitis 111
- Ear Infections 112
- Allergies 113
- Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus 114
- Preventing Illness with Vaccinations 115
- Goldendoodle Care Sheet 119
- 1.) Basic Goldendoodle Information 120
- 2.) Habitat Requirements 122
- 3.) Nutritional Needs 123
- 4.) Breeding Information 124
- Index 127
- Photo Credits 135
- References 137
