F1b (no shed) Labradoodles available Nov 21 F1b Bernefoodles due end of November
PROCESS & FAQ
Process of Getting a Puppy
Process of getting puppy: Updated March 2024
A non-refundable deposit is required to get on a wait list. $531.25 (includes MA sales tax)
There are 5 wait lists
1) F1 Goldendoodles
2) F1b Labradoodles
3) F1bb Goldendoodles
4) F1 Bernedoodles
5) F1b Bernedoodles
*** IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE ON MORE THAN ONE LITTER, WE REQUIRE A DEPOSIT FOR EACH LIST. ONCE YOU SELECT A PUPPY, ALL DEPOSIT $$ APPLIES TOWARDS PURCHASE.
We cannot know how many puppies a female will give birth to until they are born, Sonograms are not accurate to rely on for a litter count. You will know where you are on a wait list at time of deposit.
No gender or color guarantee at time of deposit.
Once puppies are born, people on the wait list are contacted...# of puppies means the next # of names.
In person puppy selection is done in order of deposits received between 5 & 6 weeks of puppy's age.
Puppy is then tagged with family name, balance is required to be paid at this time.
Puppy pick up will be scheduled for 8 weeks of age. Your puppy must be picked up within 72 hours of the 8 week mark. Any puppies not picked up within this time frame will be charged $65/day boarding fee.
Puppy Boot Camp - Available at 8 weeks old up to 10 weeks old. Pricing begins at $450 and increases $75 each day beyond 8 weeks +2 days.
**TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR FIRST TIME DOG OWNERS- NO EXCEPTIONS**
Puppy is registered for training at time of selection. Both the puppy and new family are trained and set for success. Puppy receives up to 2 additional weeks with breeder for socialization & crate training. Time for maturity to set in which enables a puppy to learn early respect for children and adults, positive imprinting for both family and puppy. Training is 3+ hours, one-on-one here with breeder their puppy and family. People need to be trained before puppy can be expected to be trained. Consistency and patience is crucial.
Health guarantee in contract
*** To get onto a wait list, please see Application page
FAQ
Can I meet with you before I place a deposit? Yes! . You can also txt Nicole at (508) 558-2221. We require at least 24-hour notice. We welcome appointments with an appointment and allow visits to your puppy once chosen and tagged.
Do you have any puppies available now? Puppies that we have are typically all spoken for before or shortly after being born. Best to get in on a waitlist. See "Available & Upcoming" page. OR send Nicole a txt!
What kind of doodles are up and coming soon? Puppies will be low to no shed, and will be allergy friendly. No doodles will be 100% hypoallergenic - this applies to all breeders. Puppies to your left are double doodles. Each litter is unique as is each puppy from a litter. We breed F1 Goldendoodles, F1bb Goldendoodles, F1 Bernedoodles, and F1b Bernedoodles.
When are the next litters due? Please see updates on the Home Page.and Upcoming / Available Page.
Do you own your breeding dogs? Yes, all dogs we breed are owned and either live here with us or are in a loving guardian home.
When do puppies get picked up? Add 8 weeks after birth for timing when puppies can leave here for new homes. Add up to 2 weeks if you decide to participate in the "Puppy Boot Camp". Your puppy goes home on the same day as Boot Camp. If you do not opt for Boot Camp, your puppy must be picked up on the day he/she turns 8 weeks old. ( or on the closest weekend )
Puppies are then picked in order of deposits received at 5-6 weeks of age. Balance is due at puppy selection. If participating in the training program, the training fee is due at day of pick up.
How much do puppies cost? Current pricing is on the application
Can we come to visit the puppies? If you are participating in boot camp, two visits are allowed. Due to the overwhelming number of visits, we no longer allow for visits of the litter between your initial visit and puppy selection. ALL visits are by APPOINTMENT ONLY. If you are interested in meeting with the breeder prior to placing a deposit, please contact Nicole.
What are the differences between the kinds of puppies you breed?
We like to breed for traits. Each puppy is an individual. Traits we like to enhance are the longer ears, relaxed to mild curls (not tight poodle-like), colors, girth and relaxed golden retriever like tails (not curled up like a poodle). We want all the intelligence the poodle has to give, as well as the no shedding trait. We just do not want puppies to look like a poodle!
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Size of puppies will greatly depend on who its parents are.
What comes with a puppy?
Puppies will be up to date on vaccines and worming. You are provided an immunization record at pick up. Puppies will be as crate trained as possible, puppies, like children will not all be potty trained at the same age. All puppies will be socialized and pre trained not to jump up on people, nip or bite. Puppies all go home with a harness, a car seat belt and a blanket. Family training available at additional cost. Puppies that come from here are not your typical puppies. Puppies from Cove Angels take great pride in training puppies to be respectful to people, to be very socialized, crate trained and sleeping through the night in their own crate. All done for a smooth transition into their new home life. A well mannered puppy raised with early intervention of being respectful, structured days, knowing what the bath routine is all about...too much to mention. Come see for yourself!
What do I need to have ready for bringing a puppy home?
Puppies should definitely be in a crate at home, I suggest a 36" Puppy should be on a high quality puppy formula dry kibble. Puppies are fed "4 Health" only found at Tractor Supply stores.
No puppy pads! Get a timer instead to remind you to take out for potty breaks on a timely basis.
Puppies are best transferred to their new home held in the back seat by a family member.
Have a vet already set up, preferably a holistic one, even if it is a drive. A 24 hour clinic is the best because things usually happen after Dr.'s hours!
How big will the puppies get?
That depends on who the parents are. Puppies are individual conceptions with individual placentas, and are born one at a time. Puppies will be all about the same size, but all will be individuals. Big mother, big puppies, smaller mother, smaller puppies..generally speaking.
WE DO NOT BREED MINIS!!! all puppies are medium/standard size. Depending on parents and breed expect 50-85lbs. We cannot guarantee weight as there are so many factors, however we always say 50+lbs.
Why do I have to wait until puppies are 6 weeks old to pick?
Picking a puppy is generally done between 5-6 weeks of age. It is then, the personality and direction coat is leaning. Puppies that will have more curl as an adult will have more ripples on it head and ears, opposed to a softer wave will have less.
Do you ship puppies?
No I do not ship. We do have transportation service - (that would be us) that can be arranged for delivery.to your home within a 2 hour radius. Live further away?...Contact us. 508-558-2221
Are males different than females?
I do not see either sex dominating specific personalities.. Each puppy is an individual. Breeder and new family plays a large role in the puppy's personality and overall manners. Females will mark green grass, best to train designated 'place to go'.
What is the big deal with doodles?
Little to no shedding! Enabling a person with dog allergies to have a dog. Intelligence! Super smart, easy to train, gentle, calm, people friendly, great with children. The best, to me, is having all the Lab, Golden Retriever and Berner traits with a no shedding teddy bear look. Bernedoodles will be a larger doodle. All of my Bernedoodless will have tri colored markings from the Bernese Mountain Dog. Here a BMD is bred to the poodle to bring us Bernedoodles! All dogs in my breeding family are owned by me and live here or are in loving, vetted family guardian homes.
The Golden Retriever and the Labrador Retriever, are the top breeds for families in the United States. I know, I used to breed them! But we all know that they shed and are not a good choice for those with allergies in the family. Breeding with a poodle makes it possible to have that great dog that is intelligent and adorable! And even though no coat is guaranteed, most do not shed.
How many doodle have you placed?
I have been breeding doodles here in New England for over 20 years. Puppies are raised in a home atmosphere, raised with older doodles lots of love and attention from us. Each year we seem to grow, our business is based greatly on referrals from happy families. We have placed hundreds of doodles since 2007. I would have to say we have had a 99% success rating overall. There is always those one cannot please, and also, it is people that need to be trained to be able to train a puppy!