Where are you located?
We are located in Weir, TX - 30 minutes from Austin, TX...just outside Georgetown, TX on a 15 acre ranch with plenty of room for all our dogs and puppies to run and play :)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Golden Doodle?
Please the attached description.
How do I adopt one of your puppies?
Please read the attached criteria.
Can I pick my own puppy?
Absolutely! I don't believe in allocating puppies. I think everyone should get to pick their own puppy. However, due to Covid-19, we've all had to make changes and modifications to our daily lives and business practices. Here at Snickersdoodles that means we are no longer choosing puppies in person and that's okay! We've done it this way since March 2020 and it goes extremely well and everyone gets just the right puppy for them, just like they always have. My trainers and I will be here to help with this process so don’t stress about it. Selections will take place when the pups are 6-7 weeks old via photo/video. Then when the pups are 8-weeks old I will schedule a time for you to come in person to meet and pick up your new puppy!!
What is included in the purchase price?
The price includes age appropriate shots for the puppy, a vet inspection, regular dewormings, a 24- month written guarantee, a toy that you may exchange for one with the scent of your puppies litter mates as well as a packet of information that is helpful to any new puppy owner. You will be given the health record on your puppy.
See the prices page for current prices.
How do I qualify for the 3-year extension to my health guarantee?
We feel so strongly about health and wellness of your puppy that we offer an "additional" THREE year health guarantee, total of 60 months, if you keep your puppy on an Auto Ship Order of the food we use and recommend. To honor this offer you must order within 10 days of taking ownership of your new puppy. If you choose to end using our recommended food choice, or not order, the guarantee extension ends at that time.
Feeding a high quality, all natural diet helps your pup develop a healthy coat, fight off allergies, and prevent many of the health issues that are not covered by vaccines, thereby extending your dog’s longevity. The foods we feed and recommend have never been recalled and use only the highest ingredients.
Are the dew claws removed from the puppies?
No. It is not necessary to remove your pets dew claws. Here is an article explaining their use and why they should remain intact: Do the Dew(claws)?
Are your dogs and/or puppies club registered?
All our adult dogs are AKC and/or CKC registered. AKC does not recognize mixed breeds and puppies are no longer CKC registered. Puppies are sold as pets and therefore papers are not necessary.
What type of food are you feeding the puppy?
We feel very strongly about keeping your puppy as healthy as possible and we feel that providing this premium, holistically formulated dog food will ensure your dog’s nutritional health and long-life! So many dogs and cats are acquiring serious life-threatening health issues through poor diet and vitamin deficiency. The food we feed and recommend provides the optimum nutritional benefits for all life-stages ensuring good health and longevity for your Snickersdoodles puppy, which is why we are willing to stand behind our health guarantee when you feed this specific line of all natural, holistic dog food only!
How big will the puppies get?
Our Standard Goldendoodles are generally in the 55-65lb range, our Mini/Medium doodles will be 30-45lbs and petites 15-30lbs. However, please keep in mind that doodles are a hybrid and not a "standardized breed" and it is important to note that specific sizes cannot be guaranteed for a grown dog. Buyers must be willing to accept a puppy with the grown weight and heights being only estimates, as there is the possibility for puppies to be more or less than the estimated weight and height ranges above.
What should I bring to pick up my puppy?
If the trip is going to be more than an hour, it is a good idea to bring some water for your puppy to drink and a crate to carry your puppy in. Plastic bags and paper towels are a good idea just in case the puppy gets car sick or needs to make a potty stop.
When can I pick up my puppy?
Puppies must be 8 weeks old when they leave my home.
When is the puppy's next vet appointment?
In our contract we ask that you take your puppy to the vet within 48-hrs of purchase. If the vet finds anything seriously wrong with the puppy you may bring it back (at the buyers expense) and we will replace the puppy or pay for the vet cost up to the price of the puppy (see contract for details) if you wish to keep it. If you do not take the puppy to the vet within 48-hrs please note that our contract will then become null and void. KEEP YOUR RECEIPTS! The puppy will then go to the vet again around 10-wks (no later than 12 wks) of age for it's next set of shots. At this visit your vet will talk to you about his/her preferred vaccination schedule. The puppy will go for it's final visit no later than 16 weeks of age.
Do your puppies shed? What about coat types?
It is impossible for us to 100% guarantee that our puppies won't shed. Any doodle breeder that does is not being truthful. Most first generation Goldendoodles shed lightly; some can have moderate shedding. F1 Goldendoodles are compatible for most families with MILD allergies. Most F1 Goldendoodles will have plush, straight to loose wavy coat. Occasionally, a F1 breeding will produce a more curly coat.
Our F1B cross puppies will have a higher success rate for being non-shedding dogs. F1B Goldendoodles are 99% non-shedding, and are recommended for families with moderate to severe allergies. Keep in mind that F1b's will not necessarily look like a poodle or have the temperament of a poodle, the 75% poodle in their generation strictly pertains only to the non-shedding and hypo-allergenic factors. F1B's can have a variety of coat types including, loose wavy, straight & curly.
If you want a Goldendoodle that is low shed, you should be considering an F1B and not a first generation (F1). While many F1's will shed less than purebred Golden Retrievers, the amount that they will shed cannot be predicted. Some F1's will be low shed, and some will not. Again, breeders who claim their F1 Goldendoodles are 'no shed' are either unknowledgeable or stretching the truth. If shedding is a concern for you, you may not be happy with an F1 and I would recommend an F1B. Many, but not all, F1B's are low shed.
What about allergies?
First generation (F1) Goldendoodles are not recommended for families with allergy issues. Breeders who claim their F1 Goldendoodles are 'hypoallergenic' or allergy friendly are either unknowledgeable or stretching the truth. While SOME F1's may be allergy friendly, there really is no way to predict which puppies are and which aren't. If you have allergies in your household you should consider an F1B goldendoodle. Although not every F1B will be allergy friendly, the chances are much higher.
Can I breed my new puppy or leave my dog intact?
NO!!! Spay/Neuter IS Required!
Our puppies are sold as companion pets with limited registration only and we require that they be spayed or neutered before they reach the age of 24 months. We do this to protect our puppies and ensure they are being placed into loving "forever" homes. We require a legally binding spay/neuter contract to be signed. If you are a breeder looking for a puppy to add to your program, please email us, as we may occasionally select an outstanding puppy as a candidate for breeding.
What is your visitor policy?
We allow very limited visitation of our puppies on a case-by-case basis. Due to the recent outbreaks of Parvo virus and it's ability to kill entire litters within days, we have decided that we must limit visits to our puppies. The health and safety of our puppies is our first priority. The positive side is that you can be assured that when YOUR puppy is born here, we will do everything possible to minimize his/her exposure to deadly diseases. If you have committed to purchasing a puppy and find anything about us or our dogs unsatisfactory upon arrival, we will refund your deposit. All sales transactions are done face to face; puppies are no longer allowed to be shipped.
Please note that the support never stops here at Snickers Doodles. We are more than willing to answer any questions at any time regarding your dog. Please never hesitate to call or email. And we would love to get updates and pictures of your puppy with their new family!
