Labradoodles (Complete Pet Owner's Manual) (Paperback)

by Margaret Bonham (Author)
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Product Description
Among the most popular mixed-breed “designer dogs” is the Labradoodle, a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle. Here is advice and information for prospective owners. This book is a brand-new title in Barron’s extensive line of Complete Pet Owner’s Manuals. They advise current and soon-to-be pet owners on the care of dogs and cats of virtually all recognized breeds, as well as on birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, small mammals, and even exotic creatures like tarantulas and sugar gliders. The information in each book is authoritative but the language is non-technical and easy for every pet owner to understand. Every title in this series is individually written from first page to last by a breeder, trainer, veterinarian, or other animal specialist. All Complete Pet Owner’s Manuals are filled with high-quality color photos and instructive line art.

From the Inside Flap
(back cover)
Information and advice to help you take good care of your Labradoodle

The typical Labradoodle: its origins, physical traits, temperament, and more

Expert advice: choosing and training your dog, feeding, health care, exercise, grooming, and more

Understanding your Labradoodle: its voice, its body language, and their meaning

Step-by-step directions for everyday care

Informative and attractive checklists and sidebars

Filled with handsome full-color photos

(picture caption)
This engaging pooch is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series (June 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764136984
• ISBN-13: 978-0764136986
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 6.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #99,729 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Incorrect on terms of breed, beautiful pictures, October 8, 2007

By	K. W. "mom of two" (FL) - See all my reviews

The biggest hurdle in working with this breed is trying to help consumers understand that there is a difference between the first generation, second and later generations. A difference between Australian Labradoodle and Labradoodle, a difference between those of healthy, good conformation/coat, laid back temperament lines and those of high drive, poor coat, and unhealthy lines. There are those families that want the first (lab to poodle) and second (first generation to poodle) generation labradoodles, however when inexperienced or new breeders attempt to sell the first generation(lab to poodle) and second generation labradoodles (first to poodle) as the later generations (labradoodle to labradoodle) or Australian Labradoodle (Labradoodle with English or American Cocker Spaniel), those breeders that have no idea what they are producing and selling puppies faster than they are learning, consumers are losing and the breed (Labradoodle and Australian Labradoodle) is losing. And in some cases these dogs are ending up in shelters because a family purchased a wonderful low shedding, higher drive, first generation Labradoodle, but wanted, a fleece coated, non shedding Australian Labradoodle.


Education is the key to getting the correct Labradoodle or Australian Labradoodle for each family.

This book, in my opinion is a step backward in education since it represents to many a valuable source, and it is incorrect.

It does however have beautiful pictures and shows the variety of looks, but does not state what each generation or type each dog is that is pictured, so again the consumer has no real education.

4 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A note from the author, October 9, 2007

By	Margaret H. Bonham "skywarrior" (Montana, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is a sound book on anyone who is interested in owning a Labradoodle. It explains clearly the differences between the Australian Labradoodle and the Labradoodle -- and the problems associated with them. This book goes into great length to explain the differences and also the potential problems when dealing with a multigenerational versus a first generation dog. Check it out. I think you'll find it useful.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Labraddodles, January 26, 2008

By	R. Pishchanskaya "LoveMyTB" (Illinois) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Very highper dogs but very loving and SUPER smart. It's important to work with these dogs they are way too intelligent and need something to do.