by Fissulyna » 01 Aug 2008, 15:51
Lecia baby - don't take Labradudle !!!!!! They are mutts and they are NOT hypoallergenic - no matter what the breeder of those mutts
tells you !!!! In same litter you might have complete different combo of genes - so they even shed AND smell like labradors - PLEASE don't go that way - you might end with sickly dog, that is far
from being hypoallergenic. Cats are never hypoallergenic since humans are allergic to their saliva and not fur !!!! So - there are couple of more dog breeds that are hypoallergenic - like Ariedele Terrier , Bichon Frise, Coton De Tulier, Dandie Terrier, Havanese,Maltese and some other - BUT - if you want intelligence , no shading, and no smell and loyalty beyond compare -take standard or miniature poodle - PERIOD !!! Standard are more docile than miniature, but again, standard needs some exercise out while miniature can have some inside. ALSO - never, ever buy a puppy from breeder that does not test dogs for all genetic diseases or you will end up like Happy, with adorable but sick puppy. Initial investment may look HUGE ( like 1.500 $ for standard poodle ), but you will get a healthy dog WITH WARRANTY , so if anything goes wrong , breeder will take dog back and replace it with a healthy puppy and will definitely help with ANY issue you might have with a puppy. Even if you want to return it, you will get full refund. If you need some contacts - I would be more than happy to provide you with those. I have personal friends who breed poodles and show them and have many champions !!!!
Also, conceder getting an older dog (like 6 months old) - that is already house trained and all.
Best of luck buddy - I also wish I have a puppy !!!