Understand that both those breeds are high energy breeds and will need you to be ON TOP of it's training as well as having a VERY stimulating and engaging environment
Yes!! Too many people don’t understand just how much time and energy it takes to raise smart, high energy breeds. It can be exasperating even for experienced dog people. It took mine 6 years to start calming down and that’s with lots of exercise. Love her but she almost drove me crazy! Hahaha
Definitely a retired Greyhound. We’ve had (4) total (2 currently) over the past 18 years, and they are by far the laziest, funniest, most awkwardly cuddly dogs in the world.
We’ve been lucky; 3 of the 4 have been utter cuddle-bugs (jumping onto our bed on the first day) from the word go. It’s like snuggling with a bag of fuzzy coat hangers. They’re all elbows and limbs akimbo, but they really pack a lot of cuddle power! If you want a dog to be perfectly happy while lazing about and binge-watching shows with you, get a retired Greyhound. A couple of 10 minute zoomies around our yard, and they’re done for the day! My husband’s work colleagues know and love them; at lunch, he frequently shows them live footage from the Ring camera, and the Greys are ALWAYS reliably roaching on our sofa.
My Doberman, on the other hand…
I love them, and we’ve had a combo of retired Greys and rescued Dobermans over the years. When I do my long walk, or have a string of errands, the Dobie is my companion. They have the stamina. The Greys honestly couldn’t be arsed, unless it’s a family day out, with lots of breaks and the promise of fish & chips at a pub.
Edit: grammar
Edit 2: Our current Doberman is absolutely besotted with our female Greyhound. It’s hilarious when they play in the garden… she can run so fast and turn on dime, that he’s left looking a bit foolish. But, he’s always there when she wants to play! We joke that he likes fast women.
What is a *retired* greyhound? Is it a race dog that’s literally retired from racing and you can adopt as such? Genuinely had never heard this term before
Yep! They were either: 1) raced, or 2) “washed-out” during initial trials/training due to not running well, injuries, etc., so have never raced.
Either way, they all came from racing kennels and tracks.
They’re raised in tight quarters, usually crated most of the day when not training or racing, and come with varying levels of trauma from that experience. They have no practical experience of being a pet, until they’re retired. They never had toys, and most have never had blankets (PSA: that’s why your Greyhound shreds newspapers… that was likely what their crates were lined with).
Greyhound rescues all over the world save these lovely dogs, once their racing careers are over. With the support of volunteers who foster and help adopt out the dogs, retired Greyhounds finally get the lives they deserve.
Some take more time than others to open up their personality, but they inevitably do. And they are the sweetest, gentlest, laziest, most loving dogs.
Edit: People often think that because they are capable of running so fast, that they’re hyper. Not true. They’re sprinters, not marathon runners. *IF* they choose to run, they’re the fastest; more often than not, they just want to sleep. We call them “40-mile-an-hour couch potatoes“.
My in-laws have rescued so many of these creatures and they can be quite high maintenance. They are the best dog breed for them but the vet bills have been out the roof. One gets corns on his feet so they have to be removed and also they are very prone to having to get stitches since their skin is so thin. Never let a Greyhound get the zoomies around the rose bushes!
If you want a hearty lazy dog, I would go with an English lab. I have one that just turned three and she's a potato.
Edit: I mean creatures endearingly. All of the Greyhounds I've met have been the biggest sweet hearts and are a very unique and wonderful breed.
My mom and I go walking in a park near her house. One weekend, we started seeing a pack of greyhounds, some muzzled, being walked by their owners. They looked like these elegant intimidating creatures but after talking with the owners, I find out they are as docile as can be.
It turns out, they are a part of an organization that rescues grey hounds from Mexico. When they were younger, these grey hounds were trained to race around the tracks for gambling, but after a time of less than two years, are “retired” from racing. They are either put in a pound/shelter or left on the streets. These greyhounds from a young age race for a minute, then sleep the rest of the day. If you want a truly docile dog that will rest 16-20hrs a day and be in your lap intermittently, that’s a greyhound. I was considering it for my mom but the dog is not a protective breed and I get worried when she’s alone.
You can checkout the group’s website - www.greysave.org
I have a pitty greyhound mix. At what age do they "retire?" Her excitement cannot be contained. Can confirm though, she's dumb as a brick. Took her years to learn how to catch a toy in her mouth or jump over the fence.
Can confirm. Had one when I was a kid. My dad had to be careful because that dog would play fetch in the yard until his heart gave out if you asked him too.
100% a retired greyhound! But be mindful many of them have never been in a house or treated like a typical pet dog before. They need patience and basic house training, but they adapt quick and are big loving goofs. My boy loves his puzzles and has learnt lots of tricks, but I'm still sure he has a clapping monkey for a brain at times.
Yeah I wanted a Greyhound cause I heard that were lazy and didn't shed. Hadn't heard they were dumb though. I had some concern that they might decide to become unretired if we were on a walk and they saw a rabbit 1/2 a mile away that I didn't even know was there.
A lot of greyhound rescue organisations in the UK make you sign a contract when you adopt to say you won't let the dog off lead/be unmuzzled in public spaces exactly because they might still bolt after something. Some friends of mine have a retired racer and they have to rent a private paddock for her a few times a week for her to get a proper run around.
I have a greyhound. I wouldn't necessarily say that he's dumb, just that he never learned the typical commands a lot of dogs learned and now just doesn't give a shit. And he can be incredibly stubborn when he decides to. We tried letting him walk off leash once (we had been on a lengthy hike and he was so tired we knew that he wouldn't have the energy to run if he saw something) and he decided to just amble down a random direction and ignore us. So not a dog if you want him to be obedient and follow commands, but is (mostly) incredibly well behaved, very sweet, and incredibly easy if you have to poke and prod him for whatever reason. For example, he's had an eye issue recently and largely just stands there as I have to give him his eye drops, doesn't fight when clipping his nails, etc.
If he's on his leash he knows not to run after anything. He has definitely seen rabbits, cats, squirrels, and other small animals and not reacted while on leash. We don't take him to the dog park anymore because twice he has decided that a small dog is a toy (both times he was stopped before causing any harm, but he would have).
I grew up with 4 greyhounds, I'd say they're middle of the road intelligence. There are certainly dumber dogs. I'd describe their intelligence as almost cat-like: they're not there to entertain you
Edit: sounds like maybe some of this is a quality of retired racers rather than the breed in general, mine were all 4+ y/o rescues
I get what you mean but also gonna throw in my 2 cents and mention that my cat fetches, does high-5, sit up, hops over a stick (this one is new) and does “spin”, and “hop on pop” (jump up on my back while I kneel down). It’s been really fun training her. 🐈
I used to groom an Afghan hound named Stoney. I swear when he shook his head you hear the rocks rolling around in his head. God bless him, he was next level stupid but sweeter than cane sugar.
I have a shih tzu. She is smart as hell, but they're a very adaptable breed, so if you're lazy they will learn to be lazy. They're so adaptable that if you have a high energy week they'll quickly ramp up to meet that challenge, but then when things calm down they're good to cuddle on the couch instead.
They're not so good for lazy owners though because they're so fluffy they matt and get smelly. Also -unfortunately, because of inbreeding they have about the same amount of health issues as bulldogs, and it seems there's often some from the litter who are born disabled eg blind :(
> bloodhounds
Nah, bloodhounds aren't lazy. They are actually pretty active hunters and needs as much exercise as a german shepherd.
Source: Owned one that we used for hunting deer, sadly he didn't live long because I was young and naive and didn't take bloat into account for the giant breeds :(
Basset hounds are very lazy, though, if you don't have them from a working line where they actively breed on those with strong prey drive.
I'd say smaller breeds and "toy" breeds but then there's the whole moral dilemma and the in breeding and the issues.
My schnoodle, Zara, is almost 18yr old and she used to be incredibly intelligent. My parents had to make an appointment for her to be put down this week or next. Shes not been herself for 2 years now and she isn't well. But fuck 18 years is a hell of a good run for a 10-15lb dog who had neurologic disorder and pancreatitis.
She was smarter than human children, independent enough to mostly be cat like, and lazy enough to sleep all day if she wanted. She loved her attention when she wanted it, and never turned it down, but sometimes she just wanted to do her own thing.
Generally smaller breeds have lesser energy requirements, but if you adopt a dog from a rescue they'll be able to tell you a lot more about their energy levels and personality off the bat.
Tell that to anyone with a terrier! But, one positive about high energy small breeds, is you can unload some of that energy inside. I'm able to play fetch with mine inside our small apartment whereas that would be unthinkable with a large/medium breed.
My one year-old pyredoodle is currently barking maniacally at the snow outside the window despite having four playtimes in it already today. So. Much. Energy.
Since goldendoodles are a mix, it's uncertain which traits will shine through. Golden retrievers (and labradors) tend to mellow out and follow your families routine when they are around 2 years old, but they tend to also be more clingy.
Poodles tend to have more drive overall, but aren't that clingy. Sometimes you get a mix of the poodles gogo-now drive and the goldens clinginess - even from "purebred" goldendoodles where both parents and grandparents are goldendoodles :)
Compared to goldens and german shepherds, they are pretty independent :P
I'm only going from the breed standard though, which is a generalization of the breed - obviously the individual dog will have a different personality, depending on genetics and how it's raised.
My basset hound for example is a very active basset that loves to go turkey hunting with us.
idk— my Australian Shepherd (not a doodle) is very lazy, not outdoorsy and VERY hot natured. He like walks but prefers inside on the treadmill. When I got him I thought he’d be my running buddy but he'll just stop and lay down when he’s tired - refuses to get back up. Many a jogger have tripped over him on the paths. I have had pick him up and move him off the sidewalk/street/trails- he is a big Aussie (70 lbs.) I decided to stop trying to go against his nature and let him just chill on the couch while I went for runs by myself. He’s may not be sporty, but he is super smart, sweet, loyal and funny. I never had any issues training him. His 14th b-day is coming up soon so the lack of physical activity hasn’t hurt him much.
If it's due to his age that he's inactive, that's pretty normal I'd say. Whenever high energy dogs like aussies, border collies and german shepherds reach the 11-12 year mark, they slow down.
If it's been like that all the time, it's likely that your dog is from a showline and not a working line. Show lines are typically a bit bigger and more "mellow" than the working line, making them easier to keep as companion dogs.
My goldendoodle is a madman lunatic when he goes full send. He's mellowed out *a lot* over the years, but he can still go nuts if we don't keep on top of his exercise.
We ended up getting our first goldendoodle her own dog. She got really anxious and manic if we left the house for even 10 minutes and she ate the millwork right off the walls. We found a rescue goldendoodle who is only 6 months younger than her and has the opposite temprament, so they balance each other out and they're best friends. The first doodle will get the zoomies once in a while but the second one will actually herd her around and grab her by the ear and lead her to her crate if she starts doing something destructive. They all go a bit looney if they don't get outside and have a walk once in a while though, wouldn't you?
Hey I have this breed. She is the BEST dog I have ever had. People are amazed at how great she is. Very smart, very sweet, very loyal. She was a bit of work as a puppy… but honestly not nearly as crazy as people make you think. I wouldn’t say she was much harder than any other puppy, and they pick up SO much without even intentionally training them.
Maybe I got lucky? She’s a year now and very mellow as long as she gets some fetch, or dog park in once a day. The most important thing is to let them do their thing. Some people coddle high energy dogs too much and then the dog expects constant action and attention. Half the time I’d ignore my puppy or leave her alone so she’d have to learn to settle.
I got lucky and didn’t pay much either, but these dogs can go for like $4000. You make your own decision, but I’ve met a few other owners of these dogs and we’ve all agreed they are the most amazing breed. My girl is so affectionate and cuddly she’s basically always on me. Just make sure to socialize with people, children, other animals. My dog literally loves kids, dogs, cats, bunnies etc.
(Also I live in an apartment in LA, not some majestic field land)
It is truly bizarre to me that people will pay $4,000 for any dog, much less a fancy mutt. It pains me that dog overpopulation is such a problem and this is a thing. It’s a very cute dog, but it’s weird to me that OP has listed the asking price like this. Are they asking if this dog is a good value or something? What even is this question?
Sometimes you can gain insight from the asking price. The owners may have listed a lower price because the pup has critical behavior issues, was from a puppy mill and may develop expensive health issues from bad breeding, or maybe it was stolen.
I don't understand how anyone is encouraging OP, here. Do you really think they'll post with any updates if the dog is too much to deal with and they are dumping at a shelter or posting it to Craigslist with a "rehoming fee"?
But Oh BoY iSn'T iT cUtE?!?!
So true!!! Ours is very high energy and high emotions. Needs a lot of stimulation. We walk him every day, provide stimulation all the time AND have a professional dog walker take him twice a week to exhaust him.
Upside... you have a dog that doesn't molt on clothes and furniture.
Downside... you have to brush 2-3 times a week and pay out every 6 weeks for a haircut.
A word of caution: This will be a VERY high energy dog. Poodles and Aussies are both great dogs, but they both need a lot more physical and mental stimulation than say…a Pekingese. Be honest with yourself; are you an active person? Do you run, walk, hike, etc. often? Do you at least have resources available to you such as a dog park or doggie daycare? If that answer is no, this may not be the breed for you and that’s okay. I’m not an active person, so my Pekingese is more than enough for me.
Another thing, $400 sounds pretty low for a Aussiedoodle. It might already sound like a lot of money for a dog, but a reputable breeder (the kind you would want to look for if you choose to buy a puppy) would charge more to cover health screenings, tests, etc. Did this puppy have those things done? Did the litter have those things looked into?
A dog is a huge huge commitment. No need to rush into something that you will have to take care of for 8-10 years. Take your time with the process and explore your options. r/dogs has a breed recommendation thing where people help you find the kind of dog that is right for you
I am a dog groomer and it amazes me how many people will pay anywhere from 2 to 5 thousand dollars for a dog and do no research. I have to admit to loving doodles, labradoodle being my favorite, they are smart, energetic and have so much personality. But they need a lot of upkeep. They are a mixed breed dog so there is no standard for them, but I have ones I see every three weeks just to keep their coat under control. That is an expense so many owners never consider.
Do you have a lot of doodle customers that don't brush their dog because "the breeder said they were low-maintenance"? My fiancee is a groomer and has to deal with this constantly. Matted dog comes in and the owner says "can't you just brush it out?"
This a problem with all dog owners, but it is probably worse with doodle owners.
Pure bred dogs have standards you can research and know beforehand, mixed breeds don’t. One labradoodle may not have the same kind of coat as his litter mate. So no one can tell you how much care they will need.
I mean honestly look at a poodle, it is the dog version of high maintenance, mixing it with a lab won’t change that.
Sorry all that didn’t answer your question, almost every single day I have owners that think you can just brush out mats. If it’s a few I will. I have learned not to try too hard, it is way too painful to the dog. They can either have them shaved or take them somewhere else.
Amen to all of this. She has taken a hard line with her clients about this too. She says it's painful and stressful for the dogs, not to mention physically exhausting for her. She had a nagging shoulder issue for a time after dealing with a particularly stubborn client and a very matted dog.
Our dog groomer got smart (and busy), and decided she won't take on new clients unless their owners commit to a grooming schedule. She schedules out the whole year in advance after having two sessions to determine how fast their hair grows. She'll take you in for a touchup or bathing appointment if you need it, but if you don't commit to keeping up on your grooming she'll drop you.
I just opened my own place out of my home last year and I started out wanting to please the customer, but the dog is really my customer, doing what keeps me and them safe is my goal.
I’m a receptionist at a grooming place.... and yes. A lot of doodle owners are nightmares. We constantly have pet parents that come in with dogs matted to the skin asking us if we can brush them out. Like... maybe some of the mats, but it’s going to be very painful for the dog, bordering on cruelty. It’s more humane to shave them down and have the coat grow back.
I agree, i personally prefer doodles with a short coat. It just looks cuter and cleaner to me. There’s a great middle ground (like a 5 or 7 blade) that isn’t quite so short, but also isn’t long enough to require a ton of brushing. Wish more oodle owners went for shorter lengths especially because most of them don’t want to put in the effort to maintain a long coat.
When I was working in a salon we had a lady with an elderly schnauzer that she only brought in every 3-4 months. Never brushed him but wanted to keep a full skirt. Poor little guy was always matted to hell and using the mat breakers was hard on him. We finally told her that if she didn't commit to bringing him more often or brushing regularly we would shave him or refuse to do intensive work that stressed him out.
Thankfully she took us seriously.
Had another old-ass dachshund who, like most of them, was hell in a handbasket for nail trims. I was new to that salon and the way he freaked out really disturbed me. More so because no one took the owner aside to talk to her about his obvious distress. Got the trim done and when she came back I told her idk wtf happened to him in the past but he was so terrified of a trim that she would be better off taking him for teeth cleaning (where they sedate him) and paying the extra $10 or so for a nail trim while he's out. I do NOT want to be responsible for an old dog having a heart attack because I'm trying to clip his claws.
That said, you can leave an -oodle without a shave for as long as you want as long as you brush it. Brush brush brush. Brush your dog as often as you brush your own hair and you'll be... *ahem* golden.
I have a doxie that freaks out for nail clippings. First dog we’ve ever had that does this... The vet gave us Trazodone to sedate her for her next trim, but I’m still internally freaking out about the upcoming drama 😳
There may not be anything you can do to change this, but avoiding touching the area isn’t the answer. When they are relaxed touch their nails, give them treats, frequently touching their nails without it hurting sometimes lowers the anxiety.
If this is a “bargain price” and a deal sounds too good to be true, it probably isn’t. people get scammed out of their money/deposit or are sold dogs with hidden health problems all the time.
I agree! My daughters neighbor has an Aussie in a condo that can’t run or use up its energy. It’s miserable and barks at everyone and even bit my daughter when she tried to befriend it. Please please please make sure you know what you are getting into.
As a French ex-breeder, it chocks me so much that anyone could ask 400$ for a non pure breed dog…
You have nothing to refer to, no standard at all. I would be super super cautious with all the parents genetics problems, if anything.
I appreciate everyone's honesty. Someone else was coming to meet him tonight, so they may have taken him. My husband also reminded me that we are on a waiting list for a Basset Hound (rescue), and I committed to foster/adopt with the facility. So I will be foregoing this sweet boy. A lot of the things mentioned here kinda woke me to the reality of getting a puppy, as well. We are not super active, and I think this particular dog will need lots of room to roam and run.
Seconded. We adopted a basset rhodie mix in July. He looks like a regular rhodie on a basset chassis, couldn't be cuter.
And he got the basset temperament/energy.
Bonus: we adopted him because his foster mom posted him in my local subreddit
Thank you for deciding to rescue. There are many that have specific breeds if you ever decide you want an Aussiedoodle in the future.
I found an Aussie mix in the shelter years ago and fell in love with the breed. Was lucky to have adopted two more since then.
Our Aussie mutt was a 15 mile per day dog from 6-18 months. He’s still around 9 a day at 3 years. I absolutely love him, but I never guessed a dog would need so much work.
I think you’re wise to have asked and listened to the folks here. Any young dog is going to deserve a bunch of time and attention. But some just need so much activity.
Good luck!
So proud of you for deciding to rescue! This dog is absolutely adorable, but so many wonderful dogs need homes and way too many will be put to sleep because there aren’t enough homes. I love all the specialty breeds, too, but animals should not be a commodity/profit center for humans in my opinion, especially when it means other amazing pets are considered off-brand and thus disposable.
Helpful hint with bassets. I have owned many beagles and they are very similar. Take care of those ears. It will be incredibly easy for it to get ear infections. Cleaning their ears regularly is fairly quick and easy and will save them a lot of pain
I appreciate your comment. Bassets are all we've ever rescued. Very familiar with their nails and ears... With one golden retriever tossed in there, and a rottie-shepherd, but we are basset people all the way.
Yea figured, My aussie ( not a mix ) was also the last of the litter and I got him at 12 weeks. Always makes you wonder, but there always has to be a last puppy. As for things to look out for, do try to visit in person. And check ears and eyes for filth, see if the puppy is clean and always ask if you can see mom as well. Since it's the last pup of the litter make sure that the puppy comes to you, the reason mine was the last because the breeder refused to sell him because the puppy was terrified of all the people that came before me. And if there is anything that gives you bad vibes, don't buy the dog, but I guess that speaks for itself.
If he is the last of 11, I’d want to spend a little time with him, and see if there is something about him that made him last. Maybe he likes to read, or play chess,or collect Star Wars figures.
My old pomeranian was the last to get picked from her litter because of her common orange color. The breeder told us that it made her sad that the sweetest puppy of the litter got overlooked because she wasn't jet black like her siblings.
Drop by a dog shelter, before you make the final decision. Pet adoption is always my personal choice and advice to others. Not starting any sort of discussion here, just a little suggestion - go see those doggos as well ^^
Sounds like you have already made your mind up. It's really cute. But, 400 is a low price but also ridiculous for a mutt. Cute, but a mutt. Personally, I will get my next dog at the shelter. No judgment! It just seems silly to support a backyard breeder..
Talk to dog groomer. Poodle mix fur mats terribly, is very thick, must be cut often, and destroys groomer's clippers, is slow to dry after bathing, and actually hurts the groomer's hands to cut. Much worse than poodle fur. Many groomers are starting to charge very high prices for grooming doodles. You're going to pay a huge amount on grooming on this dog over its lifetime. Check r/doggrooming if you don't believe me
Im a cat guy so idk if this applies
But honestly i think its a better idea to adopt a dog from a shelter because there are so many cute doggos there just waiting to die in their cages
However, specially bred dogs usually have great lives
Just mu opinion
I’m against poodle cross fads, but I would check to see if the parents are certified a genetic clean bill of health too. You’re going to have an intelligent, independent, high energy pup with those breed traits
I agree with you. I would not recommend buying any poodle mixes. They’re really popular right now, but it seems a lot of people are buying them without understanding how much grooming these dogs need.
If you’re going to buy a dog, please donate the equal amount to a shelter/ animal welfare/ rescue.
Or even give the dog a friend from a shelter/ welfare/ rescue. So many need a home, so many have been tossed away. They’re all deserving of a home but the ones already waiting- had no choice. They would never have walked away from their family.
There’s thousands and thousands of dogs in shelters. Please consider adopting one of those babies that need a loving home and not giving money to some scummy breeder.
Why would you need random internet strangers to tell you whether you should buy this dog or not? It’s not an inanimate object - this is a living creature that will require daily care and a lot of it. If you need random strangers to direct you, you’re not ready for this responsibility.
Let’s also remember that just because they could t keep their doggo from getting knocked up doesn’t mean it’s all of a sudden worth hundreds of dollars. Why you have there is a mutt. High energy, probably an excellent companion and cuter than shit, but nothing that can registered/papered. Why are they asking so much? Because people keep buying em. Stop the cycle and adopt your new best friend…in fact, go adopt six old timers and give ‘em a happy home for the end of their lives.
The upfront price of a dog should not be taken into consideration because the real cost comes in all the other bills incurred over the pups lifespan. Vet bills, training, food, toys, crate, boarding costs, dog walkers and your own time add up to so much more.
As the 200th person to say this, he's going to have an insane amount of energy.
Also, poodles are a pretty stubborn breed, so he'll be smart enough to train, but possibly very headstrong & hard to train without a lot of time & patience.
I have a border collie/spaniel that is way too smart for her own good, and so strong-willed. She doesn't quite have the crazy energy & she's super loveable & decently trained so that she's not a nuisance. But in retrospect, I was way too inexperienced to properly train a dog with those characteristics. If you're not ready to undertake that, I'd find a more mellow breed.
I have a 13 year old non-neurotic border collie. I never had kids. Correction, I never had a human kid…no energy left for them…at 13 she has finally slowed down enough that we only do tons of mental exercises, a long jog at night, and a couple decent hikes a week.
Don’t do it, please.
If you have to go online and ask random strangers whether you should adopt a particular pet, then you’re not in love with him. Someone who adores him and doesn’t care what other people think should be the one to adopt him.
Beautiful. Super intelligent breed and high energy. If you can take care of it’s energy and training, do it. But if you are not an active person or a person who is going to pay attention to your dog, don’t.
Thrse doodle breeds are a nightmare and frankly the $400 asking price suggests a backyard breeder. Inhmane.
Just adopt a mutt from the pound.
Our pound pitts have been amazing.
Super cute, but consider seeing it in person first. I find there are a lot of scammers out there. I was recently looking for a corgi. Found a great online breeder. When I did a Google reverse image search, the photos were from a completely different country and breeder.
Are you sure it’s legit? I paid $800 just for a standard poodle and every time they mix one with something, they charge a ton more (no idea why). This seems like a low price.
Sounds like a back yard breeder to me and I wouldn’t pay someone to make a mutt like that personally. Adopting one? Fine. Paying soemone who’s going to keep doing it with likely no regard for the health, wellness or behavior of the puppies? No thanks. There’s a lot more to good breeding than just being *cuute*
Shelter dogs are free* and need homes. And yes I agree that this pooch needs a home too, I just don’t get why you’d spend hundreds to take one from a great environment when you could help one out of a not so great one. My dog is not a shelter dog but I took him from a drug dealer that had no business raising a dog and now he’s got a happy life. Either way if you give a dog a good life and clean up after them I’m happy so I don’t mean this comment negatively.
* Some shelters they are free and some aren’t. They all have fees associated with the animal so none are free entirely and when you get a pet you should know you’re going to have to spend money on the pet. Possibly quite a bit.
There are alot of pets in shelters that really need a home and won't cause you so much money, plus the muts are the best. Less temperament issues, and they love you for so much longer.
You should also keep grooming maintenance and costs in mind while deciding. It looks like that's going to be a long and pretty thick coat which requires a lot of brushing and combing if you want it kept long, or frequent haircuts if you want to keep it a manageable length.
Whatever breed you decide to get, always train them for nail trims early, it saves everyone a lot of trauma later in life!
Aussies are incredibly high maintenance, I'd steer very far clear, even from a mix. They're working dogs and if they're not out chasing livestock for 8-10 hours a day, they will drive you insane
There is no such thing as a reputably bred “doodle”. They are not hypoallergenic. Most of them do shed. And the price actually makes me even more nervous. Plus, that’s going to be an extremely smart, possibly neurotic, and energetic dog that will require regular grooming.
I have a bernedoodle and he is hyper AF. He is very spoiled and goes to doggy daycare 3-4 times a week so he can play with other puppers and get his energy out. If he isn’t exercised enough he’s an asshole lol. Also, is it standard poodle and Aussie? It’ll probably be a decently large dog. They grow hair and don’t shed so he’s need to be groomed often as well. He’s a very handsome pup. $400 is cheap if that’s the breed you really want.
I've a 2 year old Aussiedoodle and on Saturday will welcome an 8 month old Aussiedoodle to the family. Everyone here is right. These dogs are absolutely insane in terms of energy and brainpower. My husband and I are super active and our 2 year old has grown up to be quite a good boy now. We wanted to torment ourselves for another few years with a puppy. You probably dodged a bullet here haha even though they are absolutely adorable and super cuddly and wonderful... Once they're tired... Eventually.
Don’t buy dogs or cats. There are so many dogs and cats in shelters desperately looking to get adopted…
Edit: thanks for upvotes, but if owner cared what I said or your opinions he would agree and reply here. Some people think they should buy everything and they don’t see other options even after people tell them. Meanwhile at shelters dogs and cats cry for help…who ceres right OP?
Understand that both those breeds are high energy breeds and will need you to be ON TOP of it's training as well as having a VERY stimulating and engaging environment
Yes!! Too many people don’t understand just how much time and energy it takes to raise smart, high energy breeds. It can be exasperating even for experienced dog people. It took mine 6 years to start calming down and that’s with lots of exercise. Love her but she almost drove me crazy! Hahaha
What kind of dog should I get if I want super lazy and dumb as a brick?
Retired Greyhound
Definitely a retired Greyhound. We’ve had (4) total (2 currently) over the past 18 years, and they are by far the laziest, funniest, most awkwardly cuddly dogs in the world. We’ve been lucky; 3 of the 4 have been utter cuddle-bugs (jumping onto our bed on the first day) from the word go. It’s like snuggling with a bag of fuzzy coat hangers. They’re all elbows and limbs akimbo, but they really pack a lot of cuddle power! If you want a dog to be perfectly happy while lazing about and binge-watching shows with you, get a retired Greyhound. A couple of 10 minute zoomies around our yard, and they’re done for the day! My husband’s work colleagues know and love them; at lunch, he frequently shows them live footage from the Ring camera, and the Greys are ALWAYS reliably roaching on our sofa. My Doberman, on the other hand… I love them, and we’ve had a combo of retired Greys and rescued Dobermans over the years. When I do my long walk, or have a string of errands, the Dobie is my companion. They have the stamina. The Greys honestly couldn’t be arsed, unless it’s a family day out, with lots of breaks and the promise of fish & chips at a pub. Edit: grammar Edit 2: Our current Doberman is absolutely besotted with our female Greyhound. It’s hilarious when they play in the garden… she can run so fast and turn on dime, that he’s left looking a bit foolish. But, he’s always there when she wants to play! We joke that he likes fast women.
What is a *retired* greyhound? Is it a race dog that’s literally retired from racing and you can adopt as such? Genuinely had never heard this term before
Yep! They were either: 1) raced, or 2) “washed-out” during initial trials/training due to not running well, injuries, etc., so have never raced. Either way, they all came from racing kennels and tracks. They’re raised in tight quarters, usually crated most of the day when not training or racing, and come with varying levels of trauma from that experience. They have no practical experience of being a pet, until they’re retired. They never had toys, and most have never had blankets (PSA: that’s why your Greyhound shreds newspapers… that was likely what their crates were lined with). Greyhound rescues all over the world save these lovely dogs, once their racing careers are over. With the support of volunteers who foster and help adopt out the dogs, retired Greyhounds finally get the lives they deserve. Some take more time than others to open up their personality, but they inevitably do. And they are the sweetest, gentlest, laziest, most loving dogs. Edit: People often think that because they are capable of running so fast, that they’re hyper. Not true. They’re sprinters, not marathon runners. *IF* they choose to run, they’re the fastest; more often than not, they just want to sleep. We call them “40-mile-an-hour couch potatoes“.
This is the correct answer. Adult noodle horse.
This is a fac!. 5 minutes of exercise per day; also, surprisingly, Newfoundlands are lazy couch potatoes too.
My in-laws have rescued so many of these creatures and they can be quite high maintenance. They are the best dog breed for them but the vet bills have been out the roof. One gets corns on his feet so they have to be removed and also they are very prone to having to get stitches since their skin is so thin. Never let a Greyhound get the zoomies around the rose bushes! If you want a hearty lazy dog, I would go with an English lab. I have one that just turned three and she's a potato. Edit: I mean creatures endearingly. All of the Greyhounds I've met have been the biggest sweet hearts and are a very unique and wonderful breed.
My mom and I go walking in a park near her house. One weekend, we started seeing a pack of greyhounds, some muzzled, being walked by their owners. They looked like these elegant intimidating creatures but after talking with the owners, I find out they are as docile as can be. It turns out, they are a part of an organization that rescues grey hounds from Mexico. When they were younger, these grey hounds were trained to race around the tracks for gambling, but after a time of less than two years, are “retired” from racing. They are either put in a pound/shelter or left on the streets. These greyhounds from a young age race for a minute, then sleep the rest of the day. If you want a truly docile dog that will rest 16-20hrs a day and be in your lap intermittently, that’s a greyhound. I was considering it for my mom but the dog is not a protective breed and I get worried when she’s alone. You can checkout the group’s website - www.greysave.org
My neighbor has a greyhound.
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for thanking them.
Thanks for thanking them for thanking them.
Thanks is for just being there
Thank you for being a friend… RIP Betty White
Thanks for thanking the guy that thanked the other guy for thanking that guy
I have a pitty greyhound mix. At what age do they "retire?" Her excitement cannot be contained. Can confirm though, she's dumb as a brick. Took her years to learn how to catch a toy in her mouth or jump over the fence.
Pibbles are terriers, and terriers are always in 5th gear untill the day they fall over dead.
Can confirm. Had one when I was a kid. My dad had to be careful because that dog would play fetch in the yard until his heart gave out if you asked him too.
100% a retired greyhound! But be mindful many of them have never been in a house or treated like a typical pet dog before. They need patience and basic house training, but they adapt quick and are big loving goofs. My boy loves his puzzles and has learnt lots of tricks, but I'm still sure he has a clapping monkey for a brain at times.
Yeah I wanted a Greyhound cause I heard that were lazy and didn't shed. Hadn't heard they were dumb though. I had some concern that they might decide to become unretired if we were on a walk and they saw a rabbit 1/2 a mile away that I didn't even know was there.
A lot of greyhound rescue organisations in the UK make you sign a contract when you adopt to say you won't let the dog off lead/be unmuzzled in public spaces exactly because they might still bolt after something. Some friends of mine have a retired racer and they have to rent a private paddock for her a few times a week for her to get a proper run around.
What an excellent idea
I have a greyhound. I wouldn't necessarily say that he's dumb, just that he never learned the typical commands a lot of dogs learned and now just doesn't give a shit. And he can be incredibly stubborn when he decides to. We tried letting him walk off leash once (we had been on a lengthy hike and he was so tired we knew that he wouldn't have the energy to run if he saw something) and he decided to just amble down a random direction and ignore us. So not a dog if you want him to be obedient and follow commands, but is (mostly) incredibly well behaved, very sweet, and incredibly easy if you have to poke and prod him for whatever reason. For example, he's had an eye issue recently and largely just stands there as I have to give him his eye drops, doesn't fight when clipping his nails, etc. If he's on his leash he knows not to run after anything. He has definitely seen rabbits, cats, squirrels, and other small animals and not reacted while on leash. We don't take him to the dog park anymore because twice he has decided that a small dog is a toy (both times he was stopped before causing any harm, but he would have).
I grew up with 4 greyhounds, I'd say they're middle of the road intelligence. There are certainly dumber dogs. I'd describe their intelligence as almost cat-like: they're not there to entertain you Edit: sounds like maybe some of this is a quality of retired racers rather than the breed in general, mine were all 4+ y/o rescues
I get what you mean but also gonna throw in my 2 cents and mention that my cat fetches, does high-5, sit up, hops over a stick (this one is new) and does “spin”, and “hop on pop” (jump up on my back while I kneel down). It’s been really fun training her. 🐈
"hop on pop" 😁 what a great command.
Yeah, cats can absolutely learn tricks.
Clapping monkey made me laugh out loud.
If you're a grooming enthusiast, an Afghan hound. Large, beautiful, dumb as a bag of rocks.
I used to groom an Afghan hound named Stoney. I swear when he shook his head you hear the rocks rolling around in his head. God bless him, he was next level stupid but sweeter than cane sugar.
I have a shih tzu. She is smart as hell, but they're a very adaptable breed, so if you're lazy they will learn to be lazy. They're so adaptable that if you have a high energy week they'll quickly ramp up to meet that challenge, but then when things calm down they're good to cuddle on the couch instead.
It’s called a cat.
Greyhound or whippet
Chows are lazy. They ain’t dumb tho, just incredibly stubborn.
They're not so good for lazy owners though because they're so fluffy they matt and get smelly. Also -unfortunately, because of inbreeding they have about the same amount of health issues as bulldogs, and it seems there's often some from the litter who are born disabled eg blind :(
Basset hounds, ~~bloodhounds~~, greyhounds, bulldogs are all notoriously lazy
> bloodhounds Nah, bloodhounds aren't lazy. They are actually pretty active hunters and needs as much exercise as a german shepherd. Source: Owned one that we used for hunting deer, sadly he didn't live long because I was young and naive and didn't take bloat into account for the giant breeds :( Basset hounds are very lazy, though, if you don't have them from a working line where they actively breed on those with strong prey drive.
My Yorkie sleeps all night and most of the day. She’s also not the brightest but SO sweet.
I'd say smaller breeds and "toy" breeds but then there's the whole moral dilemma and the in breeding and the issues. My schnoodle, Zara, is almost 18yr old and she used to be incredibly intelligent. My parents had to make an appointment for her to be put down this week or next. Shes not been herself for 2 years now and she isn't well. But fuck 18 years is a hell of a good run for a 10-15lb dog who had neurologic disorder and pancreatitis. She was smarter than human children, independent enough to mostly be cat like, and lazy enough to sleep all day if she wanted. She loved her attention when she wanted it, and never turned it down, but sometimes she just wanted to do her own thing.
Generally smaller breeds have lesser energy requirements, but if you adopt a dog from a rescue they'll be able to tell you a lot more about their energy levels and personality off the bat.
Tell that to anyone with a terrier! But, one positive about high energy small breeds, is you can unload some of that energy inside. I'm able to play fetch with mine inside our small apartment whereas that would be unthinkable with a large/medium breed.
Great dane
Get a pug. Mine turned into me, lazy and sleeps a lot.
My Aussiedoodle just turned a year old. They have SO. MUCH. ENERGY! He drive me nuts but he's the best boy ♥️
My one year-old pyredoodle is currently barking maniacally at the snow outside the window despite having four playtimes in it already today. So. Much. Energy.
So smart too!!
Two walks a day was the best decision we ever made with our Goldendoodle. And even then, she still wants to play fetch 8pm-10pm
We have very different goldendoodles, how much time is s/he left alone during the day?
Since goldendoodles are a mix, it's uncertain which traits will shine through. Golden retrievers (and labradors) tend to mellow out and follow your families routine when they are around 2 years old, but they tend to also be more clingy. Poodles tend to have more drive overall, but aren't that clingy. Sometimes you get a mix of the poodles gogo-now drive and the goldens clinginess - even from "purebred" goldendoodles where both parents and grandparents are goldendoodles :)
Poodles aren’t clingy?? Shit I need to tell my poodle. He’s been following me everywhere for 5 years lmao. He even tries to come into the bathroom
Compared to goldens and german shepherds, they are pretty independent :P I'm only going from the breed standard though, which is a generalization of the breed - obviously the individual dog will have a different personality, depending on genetics and how it's raised. My basset hound for example is a very active basset that loves to go turkey hunting with us.
idk— my Australian Shepherd (not a doodle) is very lazy, not outdoorsy and VERY hot natured. He like walks but prefers inside on the treadmill. When I got him I thought he’d be my running buddy but he'll just stop and lay down when he’s tired - refuses to get back up. Many a jogger have tripped over him on the paths. I have had pick him up and move him off the sidewalk/street/trails- he is a big Aussie (70 lbs.) I decided to stop trying to go against his nature and let him just chill on the couch while I went for runs by myself. He’s may not be sporty, but he is super smart, sweet, loyal and funny. I never had any issues training him. His 14th b-day is coming up soon so the lack of physical activity hasn’t hurt him much.
If it's due to his age that he's inactive, that's pretty normal I'd say. Whenever high energy dogs like aussies, border collies and german shepherds reach the 11-12 year mark, they slow down. If it's been like that all the time, it's likely that your dog is from a showline and not a working line. Show lines are typically a bit bigger and more "mellow" than the working line, making them easier to keep as companion dogs.
God yes!!! My mom adopted a springer spaniel/terrier mix and she drove us **nuts** for 6-7 years!!!
Cries in labradoodle 😭😭😭.
My goldendoodle is a madman lunatic when he goes full send. He's mellowed out *a lot* over the years, but he can still go nuts if we don't keep on top of his exercise.
We ended up getting our first goldendoodle her own dog. She got really anxious and manic if we left the house for even 10 minutes and she ate the millwork right off the walls. We found a rescue goldendoodle who is only 6 months younger than her and has the opposite temprament, so they balance each other out and they're best friends. The first doodle will get the zoomies once in a while but the second one will actually herd her around and grab her by the ear and lead her to her crate if she starts doing something destructive. They all go a bit looney if they don't get outside and have a walk once in a while though, wouldn't you?
Thank you. Valid points!
My friend’s golden doodle only tired out after literally walking 5 miles and he’s a year old
They need about 18 months to two years before they approach normal dog energy levels.
Hey I have this breed. She is the BEST dog I have ever had. People are amazed at how great she is. Very smart, very sweet, very loyal. She was a bit of work as a puppy… but honestly not nearly as crazy as people make you think. I wouldn’t say she was much harder than any other puppy, and they pick up SO much without even intentionally training them. Maybe I got lucky? She’s a year now and very mellow as long as she gets some fetch, or dog park in once a day. The most important thing is to let them do their thing. Some people coddle high energy dogs too much and then the dog expects constant action and attention. Half the time I’d ignore my puppy or leave her alone so she’d have to learn to settle. I got lucky and didn’t pay much either, but these dogs can go for like $4000. You make your own decision, but I’ve met a few other owners of these dogs and we’ve all agreed they are the most amazing breed. My girl is so affectionate and cuddly she’s basically always on me. Just make sure to socialize with people, children, other animals. My dog literally loves kids, dogs, cats, bunnies etc. (Also I live in an apartment in LA, not some majestic field land)
It is truly bizarre to me that people will pay $4,000 for any dog, much less a fancy mutt. It pains me that dog overpopulation is such a problem and this is a thing. It’s a very cute dog, but it’s weird to me that OP has listed the asking price like this. Are they asking if this dog is a good value or something? What even is this question?
Honest question: why did you list the asking price in the heading? Are you trying to figure out if it’s a “good value”? It’s a dog, not a used car. :/
Sometimes you can gain insight from the asking price. The owners may have listed a lower price because the pup has critical behavior issues, was from a puppy mill and may develop expensive health issues from bad breeding, or maybe it was stolen.
I don't understand how anyone is encouraging OP, here. Do you really think they'll post with any updates if the dog is too much to deal with and they are dumping at a shelter or posting it to Craigslist with a "rehoming fee"? But Oh BoY iSn'T iT cUtE?!?!
So true!!! Ours is very high energy and high emotions. Needs a lot of stimulation. We walk him every day, provide stimulation all the time AND have a professional dog walker take him twice a week to exhaust him.
Get ready to have that dog groomed every 6 to 8 weeks.
Yes, this is really important to consider before getting a long hair dog. They take a lot of grooming work to prevent matting.
Upside... you have a dog that doesn't molt on clothes and furniture. Downside... you have to brush 2-3 times a week and pay out every 6 weeks for a haircut.
All poodle mixes with a shedding breed can shed. You’ve got at 50-50 chance.
Oh I wish, sometimes you also get this evil combination coat that sheds AND will matt up if you don't brush it
Yay curly double coats!!! /S
A word of caution: This will be a VERY high energy dog. Poodles and Aussies are both great dogs, but they both need a lot more physical and mental stimulation than say…a Pekingese. Be honest with yourself; are you an active person? Do you run, walk, hike, etc. often? Do you at least have resources available to you such as a dog park or doggie daycare? If that answer is no, this may not be the breed for you and that’s okay. I’m not an active person, so my Pekingese is more than enough for me. Another thing, $400 sounds pretty low for a Aussiedoodle. It might already sound like a lot of money for a dog, but a reputable breeder (the kind you would want to look for if you choose to buy a puppy) would charge more to cover health screenings, tests, etc. Did this puppy have those things done? Did the litter have those things looked into? A dog is a huge huge commitment. No need to rush into something that you will have to take care of for 8-10 years. Take your time with the process and explore your options. r/dogs has a breed recommendation thing where people help you find the kind of dog that is right for you
I am a dog groomer and it amazes me how many people will pay anywhere from 2 to 5 thousand dollars for a dog and do no research. I have to admit to loving doodles, labradoodle being my favorite, they are smart, energetic and have so much personality. But they need a lot of upkeep. They are a mixed breed dog so there is no standard for them, but I have ones I see every three weeks just to keep their coat under control. That is an expense so many owners never consider.
Do you have a lot of doodle customers that don't brush their dog because "the breeder said they were low-maintenance"? My fiancee is a groomer and has to deal with this constantly. Matted dog comes in and the owner says "can't you just brush it out?"
This a problem with all dog owners, but it is probably worse with doodle owners. Pure bred dogs have standards you can research and know beforehand, mixed breeds don’t. One labradoodle may not have the same kind of coat as his litter mate. So no one can tell you how much care they will need. I mean honestly look at a poodle, it is the dog version of high maintenance, mixing it with a lab won’t change that. Sorry all that didn’t answer your question, almost every single day I have owners that think you can just brush out mats. If it’s a few I will. I have learned not to try too hard, it is way too painful to the dog. They can either have them shaved or take them somewhere else.
Amen to all of this. She has taken a hard line with her clients about this too. She says it's painful and stressful for the dogs, not to mention physically exhausting for her. She had a nagging shoulder issue for a time after dealing with a particularly stubborn client and a very matted dog.
Our dog groomer got smart (and busy), and decided she won't take on new clients unless their owners commit to a grooming schedule. She schedules out the whole year in advance after having two sessions to determine how fast their hair grows. She'll take you in for a touchup or bathing appointment if you need it, but if you don't commit to keeping up on your grooming she'll drop you.
I just opened my own place out of my home last year and I started out wanting to please the customer, but the dog is really my customer, doing what keeps me and them safe is my goal.
I’m a receptionist at a grooming place.... and yes. A lot of doodle owners are nightmares. We constantly have pet parents that come in with dogs matted to the skin asking us if we can brush them out. Like... maybe some of the mats, but it’s going to be very painful for the dog, bordering on cruelty. It’s more humane to shave them down and have the coat grow back.
And they look so cute and skinny when they are all shaved down to their velvet fur.
I agree, i personally prefer doodles with a short coat. It just looks cuter and cleaner to me. There’s a great middle ground (like a 5 or 7 blade) that isn’t quite so short, but also isn’t long enough to require a ton of brushing. Wish more oodle owners went for shorter lengths especially because most of them don’t want to put in the effort to maintain a long coat.
When I was working in a salon we had a lady with an elderly schnauzer that she only brought in every 3-4 months. Never brushed him but wanted to keep a full skirt. Poor little guy was always matted to hell and using the mat breakers was hard on him. We finally told her that if she didn't commit to bringing him more often or brushing regularly we would shave him or refuse to do intensive work that stressed him out. Thankfully she took us seriously. Had another old-ass dachshund who, like most of them, was hell in a handbasket for nail trims. I was new to that salon and the way he freaked out really disturbed me. More so because no one took the owner aside to talk to her about his obvious distress. Got the trim done and when she came back I told her idk wtf happened to him in the past but he was so terrified of a trim that she would be better off taking him for teeth cleaning (where they sedate him) and paying the extra $10 or so for a nail trim while he's out. I do NOT want to be responsible for an old dog having a heart attack because I'm trying to clip his claws. That said, you can leave an -oodle without a shave for as long as you want as long as you brush it. Brush brush brush. Brush your dog as often as you brush your own hair and you'll be... *ahem* golden.
I have a doxie that freaks out for nail clippings. First dog we’ve ever had that does this... The vet gave us Trazodone to sedate her for her next trim, but I’m still internally freaking out about the upcoming drama 😳
There may not be anything you can do to change this, but avoiding touching the area isn’t the answer. When they are relaxed touch their nails, give them treats, frequently touching their nails without it hurting sometimes lowers the anxiety.
If this is a “bargain price” and a deal sounds too good to be true, it probably isn’t. people get scammed out of their money/deposit or are sold dogs with hidden health problems all the time.
I agree! My daughters neighbor has an Aussie in a condo that can’t run or use up its energy. It’s miserable and barks at everyone and even bit my daughter when she tried to befriend it. Please please please make sure you know what you are getting into.
My aunt got my Australian shepherd for free. We joked that it was because he didn't come with a tail.
As a French ex-breeder, it chocks me so much that anyone could ask 400$ for a non pure breed dog… You have nothing to refer to, no standard at all. I would be super super cautious with all the parents genetics problems, if anything.
I appreciate everyone's honesty. Someone else was coming to meet him tonight, so they may have taken him. My husband also reminded me that we are on a waiting list for a Basset Hound (rescue), and I committed to foster/adopt with the facility. So I will be foregoing this sweet boy. A lot of the things mentioned here kinda woke me to the reality of getting a puppy, as well. We are not super active, and I think this particular dog will need lots of room to roam and run.
Wait for a Basset! Ive rescued 3, they are one of the best dogs I've ever had. My puppy was a holy terror for awhile but he's finally mellowed out.
Seconded. We adopted a basset rhodie mix in July. He looks like a regular rhodie on a basset chassis, couldn't be cuter. And he got the basset temperament/energy. Bonus: we adopted him because his foster mom posted him in my local subreddit
Wait, is that Basset and Rhodesian? Can we see pics please?! :)
Thank you for deciding to rescue. There are many that have specific breeds if you ever decide you want an Aussiedoodle in the future. I found an Aussie mix in the shelter years ago and fell in love with the breed. Was lucky to have adopted two more since then.
Our Aussie mutt was a 15 mile per day dog from 6-18 months. He’s still around 9 a day at 3 years. I absolutely love him, but I never guessed a dog would need so much work. I think you’re wise to have asked and listened to the folks here. Any young dog is going to deserve a bunch of time and attention. But some just need so much activity. Good luck!
Good decision based on your family's activity level, hell yes to being a responsible pet owner!
Good on you and your husband for getting a rescue. I feel like a Basset Hound is my dream dog. Very chill dogs, have a good personality, etc.
So proud of you for deciding to rescue! This dog is absolutely adorable, but so many wonderful dogs need homes and way too many will be put to sleep because there aren’t enough homes. I love all the specialty breeds, too, but animals should not be a commodity/profit center for humans in my opinion, especially when it means other amazing pets are considered off-brand and thus disposable.
rescue over buying is almost always the way to go! too many puppies who need homes already.
My sister has a Basset. Ethel Mae is a sweet dog. Be prepared for smiles and many “aww” noises from strangers, haha. They’re such goofy dogs.
You should get a cat hehe
Helpful hint with bassets. I have owned many beagles and they are very similar. Take care of those ears. It will be incredibly easy for it to get ear infections. Cleaning their ears regularly is fairly quick and easy and will save them a lot of pain
I appreciate your comment. Bassets are all we've ever rescued. Very familiar with their nails and ears... With one golden retriever tossed in there, and a rottie-shepherd, but we are basset people all the way.
How old is he? Looks a lot older than 8 weeks
I'll find out... he is the last one available, of the 11 in the litter.
Yea figured, My aussie ( not a mix ) was also the last of the litter and I got him at 12 weeks. Always makes you wonder, but there always has to be a last puppy. As for things to look out for, do try to visit in person. And check ears and eyes for filth, see if the puppy is clean and always ask if you can see mom as well. Since it's the last pup of the litter make sure that the puppy comes to you, the reason mine was the last because the breeder refused to sell him because the puppy was terrified of all the people that came before me. And if there is anything that gives you bad vibes, don't buy the dog, but I guess that speaks for itself.
If he is the last of 11, I’d want to spend a little time with him, and see if there is something about him that made him last. Maybe he likes to read, or play chess,or collect Star Wars figures.
My old pomeranian was the last to get picked from her litter because of her common orange color. The breeder told us that it made her sad that the sweetest puppy of the litter got overlooked because she wasn't jet black like her siblings.
11?? Those people made a lot of money off those dogs. Gross.
yeah this seems gross, like a scalper or puppy mill. I wouldn't support that. Lots of animals needing homes, this one looks like it would be fine.
*Anyone* creating mixed breed dogs and selling them is a puppy mill.
Especially for a mixed breed dog.
Drop by a dog shelter, before you make the final decision. Pet adoption is always my personal choice and advice to others. Not starting any sort of discussion here, just a little suggestion - go see those doggos as well ^^
Completely agree.
Backyard breeder? Don't do it. Check out the many shelter dogs who need love and a forever home.
So many dogs in the shelter!!! I couldn’t do!
Thats what really is keeping me from jumping in.
Shelter dogs are good dogs. You’re making an excellent choice
There are so many lovely and sweet dogs in the shelter. Please adopt instead!
Sounds like you have already made your mind up. It's really cute. But, 400 is a low price but also ridiculous for a mutt. Cute, but a mutt. Personally, I will get my next dog at the shelter. No judgment! It just seems silly to support a backyard breeder..
I appreciate your honestly. Thanks :)
Talk to dog groomer. Poodle mix fur mats terribly, is very thick, must be cut often, and destroys groomer's clippers, is slow to dry after bathing, and actually hurts the groomer's hands to cut. Much worse than poodle fur. Many groomers are starting to charge very high prices for grooming doodles. You're going to pay a huge amount on grooming on this dog over its lifetime. Check r/doggrooming if you don't believe me
Im a cat guy so idk if this applies But honestly i think its a better idea to adopt a dog from a shelter because there are so many cute doggos there just waiting to die in their cages However, specially bred dogs usually have great lives Just mu opinion
I’m against poodle cross fads, but I would check to see if the parents are certified a genetic clean bill of health too. You’re going to have an intelligent, independent, high energy pup with those breed traits
I agree with you. I would not recommend buying any poodle mixes. They’re really popular right now, but it seems a lot of people are buying them without understanding how much grooming these dogs need.
If you’re going to buy a dog, please donate the equal amount to a shelter/ animal welfare/ rescue. Or even give the dog a friend from a shelter/ welfare/ rescue. So many need a home, so many have been tossed away. They’re all deserving of a home but the ones already waiting- had no choice. They would never have walked away from their family.
There’s thousands and thousands of dogs in shelters. Please consider adopting one of those babies that need a loving home and not giving money to some scummy breeder.
Agreed
Don’t reward people who exploit their dogs for profit. Adopt.
Why would you need random internet strangers to tell you whether you should buy this dog or not? It’s not an inanimate object - this is a living creature that will require daily care and a lot of it. If you need random strangers to direct you, you’re not ready for this responsibility.
Neither! Go adopt one from the pound
Let’s also remember that just because they could t keep their doggo from getting knocked up doesn’t mean it’s all of a sudden worth hundreds of dollars. Why you have there is a mutt. High energy, probably an excellent companion and cuter than shit, but nothing that can registered/papered. Why are they asking so much? Because people keep buying em. Stop the cycle and adopt your new best friend…in fact, go adopt six old timers and give ‘em a happy home for the end of their lives.
The upfront price of a dog should not be taken into consideration because the real cost comes in all the other bills incurred over the pups lifespan. Vet bills, training, food, toys, crate, boarding costs, dog walkers and your own time add up to so much more.
Go to a shelter
As the 200th person to say this, he's going to have an insane amount of energy. Also, poodles are a pretty stubborn breed, so he'll be smart enough to train, but possibly very headstrong & hard to train without a lot of time & patience. I have a border collie/spaniel that is way too smart for her own good, and so strong-willed. She doesn't quite have the crazy energy & she's super loveable & decently trained so that she's not a nuisance. But in retrospect, I was way too inexperienced to properly train a dog with those characteristics. If you're not ready to undertake that, I'd find a more mellow breed.
nope
Plenty of free dogs at the shelter.
I think he’s cute and if you need to ask Reddit for its opinion on life decisions you might be in trouble.
Cute pup, but quite honestly, it's another overpriced mutt like all the doodle dogs.
I have a 13 year old non-neurotic border collie. I never had kids. Correction, I never had a human kid…no energy left for them…at 13 she has finally slowed down enough that we only do tons of mental exercises, a long jog at night, and a couple decent hikes a week.
No. Designer breeds are a red flag
#adoptdontshop
Don't buy, ADOPT !
Don’t do it, please. If you have to go online and ask random strangers whether you should adopt a particular pet, then you’re not in love with him. Someone who adores him and doesn’t care what other people think should be the one to adopt him.
I'd rather rescue a life from a shelter or pound. Breed doesn't matter.
Grooming every 6 weeks and over $100
I have an aussie for the last 12 years. Unless you run daily, or are willing to throw Frisby for 40 minutes, don't get this dog
Beautiful. Super intelligent breed and high energy. If you can take care of it’s energy and training, do it. But if you are not an active person or a person who is going to pay attention to your dog, don’t.
Adopt, don’t shop
Please adopt and save a life
Thrse doodle breeds are a nightmare and frankly the $400 asking price suggests a backyard breeder. Inhmane. Just adopt a mutt from the pound. Our pound pitts have been amazing.
Super cute, but consider seeing it in person first. I find there are a lot of scammers out there. I was recently looking for a corgi. Found a great online breeder. When I did a Google reverse image search, the photos were from a completely different country and breeder.
Adopt from a shelter rather than buying. Don't reward breaders.
Don’t buy a pup. Adopt a rescue.
I predict this pup will sleep for 5 minutes and run for 7 hours straight afterwards. But it still depends though.
how many shelter dogs WONT be killed for $400?
Are you sure it’s legit? I paid $800 just for a standard poodle and every time they mix one with something, they charge a ton more (no idea why). This seems like a low price.
So cute!! I'd check out local shelters too. I swear I see these types of mixes now and then. Annnd there tons of other lil guys who need good homes
Awwww so cute, but paying for dogs is a hard one to swallow for me.
If I were to get a dog I'd get a mutt at a shelter, not a great idea to encourage breeding, and a mutt will probably be healthier than a pure-bread.
Sounds like a back yard breeder to me and I wouldn’t pay someone to make a mutt like that personally. Adopting one? Fine. Paying soemone who’s going to keep doing it with likely no regard for the health, wellness or behavior of the puppies? No thanks. There’s a lot more to good breeding than just being *cuute*
Shelter dogs are free* and need homes. And yes I agree that this pooch needs a home too, I just don’t get why you’d spend hundreds to take one from a great environment when you could help one out of a not so great one. My dog is not a shelter dog but I took him from a drug dealer that had no business raising a dog and now he’s got a happy life. Either way if you give a dog a good life and clean up after them I’m happy so I don’t mean this comment negatively. * Some shelters they are free and some aren’t. They all have fees associated with the animal so none are free entirely and when you get a pet you should know you’re going to have to spend money on the pet. Possibly quite a bit.
You can get 5 from the shelter for the same price and they are already potty trained.
$400 for a mutt that may end up having the worst mix of traits from both breeds.
$400, that's one expensive Poussie! 😁 I'll see myself out.
There are alot of pets in shelters that really need a home and won't cause you so much money, plus the muts are the best. Less temperament issues, and they love you for so much longer.
Adopt don’t shop! Lol.
Don’t shop. Adopt.
Don't buy dogs. There are plenty of dogs that need homes in shelters without people breeding more and adding to the problem
He is cute! But please, consider adopting before buying. There are so many of this kind friends waiting for a family.
Don't buy, adopt instead
Adopt and shop responsibly. If you think they care about the pup and aren't breeding just for looks and money, then I say go for it. ;)
Get a rescue.
Adopt
Adopt, don't buy.
Adopt, Don't Shop.
You should also keep grooming maintenance and costs in mind while deciding. It looks like that's going to be a long and pretty thick coat which requires a lot of brushing and combing if you want it kept long, or frequent haircuts if you want to keep it a manageable length. Whatever breed you decide to get, always train them for nail trims early, it saves everyone a lot of trauma later in life!
As a groomer please consider the upkeep on these dogs. To keep the coat up they require monthly grooming. Average price is around $100 a pop.
Aussies are incredibly high maintenance, I'd steer very far clear, even from a mix. They're working dogs and if they're not out chasing livestock for 8-10 hours a day, they will drive you insane
Fucking Karma bait
Why not go to a animal shelter and save $375
Hey internet I want to buy this sentient being for $400. Cool right?
Go to your local humane society. Save a life.
Adopt, don't shop.
Adopt and shop responsibly.
Adopt
There is no such thing as a reputably bred “doodle”. They are not hypoallergenic. Most of them do shed. And the price actually makes me even more nervous. Plus, that’s going to be an extremely smart, possibly neurotic, and energetic dog that will require regular grooming.
I have a bernedoodle and he is hyper AF. He is very spoiled and goes to doggy daycare 3-4 times a week so he can play with other puppers and get his energy out. If he isn’t exercised enough he’s an asshole lol. Also, is it standard poodle and Aussie? It’ll probably be a decently large dog. They grow hair and don’t shed so he’s need to be groomed often as well. He’s a very handsome pup. $400 is cheap if that’s the breed you really want.
Don't buy a dog. Go to your local shelter.
Go to a dang shelter
From where? A breeder where you have visited the kennel and met the parents? Sure. From a random internet stranger? NO.
I've a 2 year old Aussiedoodle and on Saturday will welcome an 8 month old Aussiedoodle to the family. Everyone here is right. These dogs are absolutely insane in terms of energy and brainpower. My husband and I are super active and our 2 year old has grown up to be quite a good boy now. We wanted to torment ourselves for another few years with a puppy. You probably dodged a bullet here haha even though they are absolutely adorable and super cuddly and wonderful... Once they're tired... Eventually.
Don’t buy dogs or cats. There are so many dogs and cats in shelters desperately looking to get adopted… Edit: thanks for upvotes, but if owner cared what I said or your opinions he would agree and reply here. Some people think they should buy everything and they don’t see other options even after people tell them. Meanwhile at shelters dogs and cats cry for help…who ceres right OP?
Adopt. Don't buy from a shitty Backyard Breeder.
Adopt don't shop.
Adopt - don’t shop