TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Introduction 1
  • Glossary of Dog Terms 2
  • Chapter One: Understanding Goldendoodles 9
  • Facts About Goldendoodles 10
  • Summary of Goldendoodle Facts 12
  • Goldendoodle Breed History 14
  • Chapter Two: Things to Know Before Getting a Goldendoodle 17
  • Do You Need a License? 18
  • How Many Goldendoodles Should You Keep? 19
  • Do Goldendoodles Get Along with Other Pets? 20
  • How Much Does it Cost to Keep a Goldendoodle? 21
  • What are the Pros and Cons of Goldendoodles? 23
  • Pros for the Goldendoodle Breed 24
  • Cons for the Goldendoodle Breed 25
  • Chapter Three: Purchasing Your Goldendoodle 27
  • Where Can You Buy a Goldendoodle? 28
  • How to Choose a Reputable Goldendoodle Breeder 29
  • Tips for Selecting a Healthy Goldendoodle Puppy 32
  • Puppy-Proofing Your Home 35
  • Chapter Four: Caring for Your New Goldendoodle 39
  • Ideal Habitat Requirements for Goldendoodles 40
  • Supplies and Equipment to Have on Hand 41
  • Exercise Requirements for the Goldendoodle 43
  • Chapter Five: Meeting Your Goldendoodle’s Nutritional Needs 45
  • The Nutritional Needs of Dogs 46
  • Proteins 47
  • Carbohydrates 47
  • Fats 48
  • Vitamins and Minerals 48
  • Daily Energy Requirements 48
  • How to Select a Quality Dog Food Brand 51
  • Dangerous Foods to Avoid 54
  • Chapter Six: Training Your Goldendoodle 57
  • Socializing Your New Goldendoodle Puppy 59
  • Housebreaking your Goldendoodle Puppy 61
  • Positive Reinforcement for Obedience Training 64
  • Chapter Seven: Grooming Your Goldendoodle 67
  • Recommended Tools to Have on Hand 69
  • Tips for Bathing Goldendoodles 70
  • Tips for Grooming Your Goldendoodle 71
  • Other Grooming Tasks 72
  • Brushing Your Goldendoodle’s Teeth 72
  • Trimming Your Goldendoodle’s Nails 74
  • Cleaning Your Goldendoodle’s Ears 75
  • Chapter Eight: Breeding Your Goldendoodle 77
  • Breeding Goldendoodles and Designer Dogs 78
  • Basic Dog Breeding Information 82
  • Tips for Caring for your Pregnant Goldendoodle 84
  • Whelping Goldendoodle Puppies 87
  • Caring for and Weaning the Puppies 89
  • Chapter Nine: Keeping Your Goldendoodle Healthy 93
  • Common Health Problems Affecting Goldendoodles 96
  • Hip Dysplasia 97
  • Elbow Dysplasia 99
  • Hypothyroidism 101
  • Von Willebrand’s Disease 103
  • Eye Conditions 104
  • Patellar Luxation 109
  • Sebacious Adenitis 111
  • Ear Infections 112
  • Allergies 113
  • Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus 114
  • Preventing Illness with Vaccinations 115
  • Goldendoodle Care Sheet 119
  • 1.) Basic Goldendoodle Information 120
  • 2.) Habitat Requirements 122
  • 3.) Nutritional Needs 123
  • 4.) Breeding Information 124
  • Index 127
  • Photo Credits 135
  • References 137

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