FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the questions I'm asked most often. If you can't find what you're looking for, I'm always just a message away.
Yes. Every breeding parent undergoes comprehensive health testing, including genetic DNA screening, hip and elbow scoring, temperament assessment, and evaluation of structure and coat quality before being included in my breeding program.
My puppies are raised in my home in Melbourne (Berwick), Victoria.
Yes, I ask for a small deposit of $500 to secure your place on the waiting list for a particular puppy or litter. This is fully explained once you've chatted about which puppy is the right fit for your family. A second payment is due at puppy allocation/selection when puppies are 2 weeks old, with the remaining balance payable at 5 weeks.
Once your puppy is ready to leave (usually around 8 weeks old, fully vet checked, vaccinated and microchipped), I will arrange a pickup time that suits you, and walk you through everything, feeding routine, what to bring, and how to make the trip home as smooth as possible.
All parent dogs undergo full genetic, breed-specific DNA testing, along with hip and elbow scoring through Lavelle's and PennHIP. Their temperaments are assessed too, ensuring only the very best genetics are passed on to future puppies.
Your puppy will come home with their vet check and vaccination records, microchip details, a sample of the food they're used to (to help avoid tummy upsets), a blanket with their littermates' scent, and plenty of tips from me on settling in.
Yes, all families are welcome to visit their puppy. Prospective families are also welcome into my home to meet the parent dogs and see my exceptional setup firsthand.
Groodles can have a few different coat types, wool (tight curls, low to non shedding), fleece (soft waves, low to non shedding) and occasionally hair (looser, sheds a little more). I will always let you know the expected coat type for each litter based on the parents.
One of my Groodle puppies typically ranges from $5000-$6000.
Absolutely, I welcome enquiries from interstate families, and am happy to chat by phone or video call, send extra photos and videos, and help arrange safe transport or a meeting partway if travelling to Southeast Melbourne isn't possible.
The easiest way is to head to the Enquire Now page and let me know a little about what you're looking for. I'll get back to you personally to chat through availability, timing, and the right puppy for your family.
Many people with mild allergies find Groodles easier to live with thanks to their low to non shedding wool or fleece coats, but no dog is ever guaranteed 100% allergy-friendly. If allergies are a concern, I always recommend spending time with a Groodle in person before bringing one home.
Yes, as I assess every parent dog’s temperament before considering it to become part of my breeding program, only the best genetics are passed on to future offspring. Many of my past puppies have gone on to work in assistance and therapy roles as well as being great family companions. Speak to me about this if you are considering a puppy for one of these roles so I can help choose a puppy that best suits your needs.
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