Hi Cathy,
I am a double doodle owner in Nova Scotia. I purchased a male last September from Marsha and was so thrilled, we purchased a female from the spring litter. Our male, Zeus, is about 78 pounds and one big, gentle teddy bear. Neither pup is hyper, they are loving, sweet and friendly. Both are extremly smart... not just our opinion, anyone who knows them comments on that. Zeus is well trained, listens and has never been destructive. Our little girl, Echo, is still puppy foolish, but not hyper and has not been to puppy school yet but very similar temperment to Zeus. Marsha has been consistently supportive and very protective of her Doodles. This is a great breeder with great dogs and we are happy customers!!

You will always be glad that you have a Ludwig's Doodle. Our Hobbes is three now and from the original litter of Dharma and Bear. If I even hint that I might need a bit of advice, have a concern, or just want to share, Marsha's on the phone pronto! This is actually a family you'll be joining.
We're big proponents of as much formal training as you can manage for these dogs, because they are so smart and are capable of learning so many things. You will have constant joy from your new doodle. Good luck!

It makes me so proud to be a part of this Ludwigs doodle family.The outpouring of support for Marsha is so touching.I didn't chime in on the string on Friday, but I spoke to Marsha early on Friday and she knows that I share in her grief, but in no way would ever hold her responsible. My husband mentioned that people might be wondering why I didn't post anything, since I'm a fairly regular poster here!

So you know how I feel, Murphy is a part of our family and he is our pet first and foremost. I am honoured that Marsha and I got together and that our 'stud' can help to bring happiness to so many families. I have the utmost respect for Marsha and what she does. I never question what she does with these babies and know that she looks for only the best forever homes for them. We keep up to date regularly on how the girls and the puppies are doing. She even encourages me to come to meet the pups to see how terrific they are, and share in the joy of them. That I believe is a unique relationship between breeder and 'stud' owner. We trust each other and we share a genuine love for our dogs and their offspring. We also share a belief that there is a reason for what happens although we may not always find that reason out.
So just in case there is any question where I stand, I respect and trust 100% in what Marsha does and believe that there was nothing that she could have done differently to result in a different outcome with Dharma's puppies. I am excited to watch the puppies grow and see their differences. This is the 1st F1B litter that Murphy has sired so it is new for us too!

And Marsha, Murphy says the only way you will upset him is if you stop bringing your girls to see him!

Ann

I was so sad to hear this. Please don't blame yourself. Some things are unavoidable--life is just like that. I remember our phone conversation when the little female from Dexter's litter died. You were so sad, and felt so responsible--I felt so badly for YOU! We all know how much love and attention you give your girls (and most of all your beloved Dharma!) All the chicken soup and sleepless nights....you are an extremely dedicated breeder. But, first and foremost, you are a devoted doggy-mom! I am thankful that the remaining five arrived safely.

I'll be thinking of you in the coming days. Try to take care of yourself too--you've had an emotionally draining couple days.

All the best,
Janet

We all know how truely wonderful you are and how seriously you take the care of your family both 2 legged, 4 legged and extended.
It is very sad to have lost these babies but it was an act of nature beyound your control.
Anyway I just had to remind you how awsome we think you are!

Marsha, I liked what you wrote about your breeding program on the website. I am sorry I have not been on this page in a while and don't know how long it has been posted, but I have to say I agree with your philosophy and I think that is why Ginger turned out so great.

Ivy's puppies look beautiful! Love the pic of their first meal.

All is well here, Ginger's doing just fine! She is loved very much. Right now she is sacked out on her special bed, on her back, with all 4 paws up in the air!!

Best,
Claudette

Hello all my family and extended family. Happy birthday to all my siblings!!! xoxox Bode

We've been reading about all of you, but haven't posted in a long time!
It was Bode's birthday yesterday. We gave him a great cake. Try it yourselves.
2c. wheat flour, 1 tsp salt (mix together in large bowl) Add 1 c. water and 1 tbs honey. Let sit for 10 min. Add 1 tbs of canola oil. Let set for 20 minutes. It is very thick and heavy (just like a big dough ball). Put in baking pan. Bake @ 400 for 30 minutes. When it came out, we stacked it and stuck in 2 milkbones as candles. I have a picture and will send to Marsha.
Bode is doing great! We finally have some snow in Buffalo. Next to playing with his friends and being with the family - it's BOde's favorite thing - romping in the snow. I swear I think he skips through the snow when we run on the golf course next to our house.
Well thanks for the birthday card Marsha. I've got a sick child at home (we think chickenpox). Hope dogs can't get them!!!

That is a cute video Marsha! To confirm the participants it's Malcolm, Julian and yeah me the big kid jumping in the snowbanks!
Seeing the puppies reminded me of all the fun we had with Dennies last litter(Sept/06), meeting some of the great dog owners that you've found really establishes (again and again) how caring you are and great at finding them good homes!
We are looking forward to a springtime filled with puppies and all of the joy that they bring!
Thanks for the fun,

Janet

Hi Marsha!
Zack is 65 lbs+ and we celebrated his birthday on Oct.23rd, a day after our sons' 13th! We are still enjoying him so much & get many comments & compliments on him. Seems more people in Kamloops, BC are familiar with labradoodles, & often want to know if he is one! Remember me sharing my husbands' concern over the breed because of his past experience with a poodle? Well, he is SO glad that I stuck to my guns about getting one of your dogs. He can cuddle him without getting itchy eyes, etc! Zack loves to jump & catch balls in his mouth, play soccer, chase our cats, stretch & get belly rubs. I am taking him to Rally-O & he is smart & catches on quickly. When he barks, which he doesn't do lots of, sometimes he bays like a hound! Do your other dogs do that? It's a riot & high-pitched! I will ask for help to send a photo of him to you soon. Thanks again for your commitment to excellence in breeding such a great family dog!

Your lovely note to Marsha so beautifully reflects how we all feel about her gorgeous dogs. She is a first class breeder and everyone should know that. I hope she posts some of these "testimonials" on her website. In answer to your clipping question I clip Riley (1 1/2 years old) every 6 weeks at a groomers and since getting on that regimen I have had no matting and he looks spectacular. Expensive but worth the lack of aggrevation

I can relate to your concern, but Marsha did a great job for me and my husband picking out a puppy that was more independent. Both my husband and I work long hours and our puppy, Simon, is home by himself Monday through Friday. We take him for a run or a walk in the mornings so he will sleep most of the day and a dog walker comes twice a day for 30 minutes and we have never had a problem. He seems perfectly content either playing by himself during the day or sleeping until we come home.

I think as long as you express this concern to Marsha, she will do her best to make sure your family gets a puppy who is a little bit more independent than some of the others. Granted, the minute either my husband or I get home, Simon follows us around and needs to be by our side at all times, so he is not completely independent!!

I think the best advise is to make sure the puppy has exercise and stimulation when you are around so that he can spend the rest of the time sleeping!

We can't believe it's been one year. I can say there were some challenging times but it feels like Lucas has been part of our family forever. Just yesterday my son said he couldn't remember life without Lucas. Here's to another great year.

Hi Mom & Dad & 7 brothers and sisters,

Happy 6-month Birthday to all of my brothers & sisters! I am six months old now and I'm doing great! I love my new home..lots of action going on all the time here..just like my old house..lots of kids...always someone to play with me! I am getting so big...I think I am over 50 pounds now, but I'm not sure (I haven't been weighed lately)...My human parents can't pick me up anymore so I figure I must be too heavy for them now!

I can do lots of things now though...I can run really fast, I can jump up on anything now (my human parents don't like it though), I know a whole bunch of tricks, I know how to swim really good (I jumped in my friend's fish pond...but my human parents don't want me to swim in there for some reason!)

I have my human parents and my human brother & sisters wrapped around my little finger...all I have to do is look at them and they will do whatever I want...they say I am so cute...I am friendly & sociable and I listen to them, just like you taught me...everywhere we go people love me. You guys would be so proud of me!

I hope everything is well with you Mom & Dad and all of my beautiful brothers & sisters...My human mom reads the forum and tells me all about you guys...I think about you guys all the time...I miss you very much...I just know we will see each other soon. Love you all!!!

Cooper (Lisa, Brian & Kids)

Hi Marsha: Well, we have celebrated Jada's first birthday and look forward to celebrating many more. She is the apple of Larry's eye. Actually, everyone that meets her falls in love. Our groomer adores Jada so much that for Valentines day her boyfriend bought her a black standard poodle because it looks like Jada. Marsha, again I have to thank you for breeding such magnificent dogs. Jada brings so much joy and laughter into our lives. Cheers, Rita (I will try to get online more because I would love to come to a doggies gathering)

Marsha, I just needed to thank you again (this will go on for years). My mom had her 50th birthday party last night and Mabel stole the show, no one could believe how good she was for being less than a year and a half old. She is such a calm, self assured dog. One man starting in on designer dogs and everyone replied that to get a dog like Mabel is worth the 'designer' label. Anyways, things are great out here in Saskatchewan, Mabel loves the cold but there isnt enough snow for her.

A short note to say "thank you" for Saturday. Kim it was really nice to meet you, Ivy's puppies were obviously well loved and cared for at your house. Marsha thanks for opening up your home for us to visit Brody (again)! The boys say a BIG thank you for the ATV rides. 13 puppies ... I'm glad it's you and not me (LOL)

Thanks Marsha. He loves it at the cottage! Of course, he has free run of the cottage and the house, and loves to curl up on the bed or the couch, often on his back with his head on a pillow and his legs / paws up in the air. He regards seagulls as a challenge and just got through helping us look after a family of birds nesting in a birdhouse in one of the cottage trees. Scooter would go to check the birdhouse at every available opportunity, and he and the mother bird, which would sit on a branch outside the house and look down on him as he looked up, would have a running dialogue. Just before first flight, the babies would fall, daily, out of the house. Scooter would be somewhat bewildered by this, but very gentle, standing by as I got out the extension ladder yet again (!) with the latex gloves to replace the progeny in the house while the mother bird looked on not three feet away in the branches. There's a kids' story in this, I think!


Yes, his coat is still very soft, particularly after all the swimming -- well prancing really! For a combination of two water dogs, he's really not a swimmer, though he loves to run an leap in the shallow water.

All the best.

Scott

Hi, Marsha! Sorry for our long silence - things have been very hectic between settling everyone (including the two dogs) back into the routine, then our continuing house repairs/renovations caused by the faulty and negligent builder and Paul and I have also been spelling each other off in and out with work travel. Makes for a busy time all around.
Taiga is fantastic, she has fit into the family well and we all love her; she is about 30 pounds now and still wolfs her food down. She is a full half-size bigger than our 3-yr old sheepdog (a solid 40 pounds) and torments him; they get along very well aside from the tormenting - he has no tail but a small stump and she will literally nip his stummpie, then take off. We also tell people that she, with her low, deep bark would scare a robber away, then lick him to death, then our sheepdog - a good guard dog being naturally suspicious of strangers - would take over and finish the job. She is a real lag dog; Paul often sits with her in the evenings and they both enjoy that. Our sheepdog isn't so much that way, so the two dogs really complement each other, and our family lifestyle, with their differing needs and likes. We are so pleased with her and how things have worked out for us all.