Sue Bagg Referral

I have wanted a Labradoodle since I first saw them on TV years ago. They are loyal, intelligent, and playful and look like fun. Well it took me several years before I got serious and started looking for a top quality breeder. My research took me across the sea to Tassie, where I found Paul & Liz at Tasmanian Labradoodles.

I quickly started looking through all the photos of all the puppies, matching the pups to their parents. Some were small, others large, some chocolate or cream or other colours. I fell in love with them all. No matter what they looked like, I thought they were all gorgeous.

Now, I live on a farm in Victoria’s South West, so I needed to take into account a couple of things like how would a cream coat look after a roll in the dirt? Or would the horses want an overactive puppy getting in to mischief under their feet? I also have 3 children who take most of my energy which would not leave much for a puppy. With this in mind I filled in the adoption form and promptly sent it to Paul and Liz.

To be honest with you I didn’t think I was being too fussy. All I wanted was a pup with a gentle, friendly laid back approach to life. The colour really didn’t matter, because I love them all as long as it was wool or fleece coat. And a dog that was not too tall and not too small. Oh, and I wanted a girl.

How could I trust Paul and Liz to get this right when they didn’t even know me?

It wasn’t long before Paul sent me a photo of a dear little chocolate girl she was 3 ½ months old. By the time I get her she will not be small and cute and fluffy. She will be big and may have bad habits. So I picked up the phone and called Paul. We spoke for quite some time about the little puppy I was now starting to think of as mine and I was excited all over again.

I’ve had Lilly, my Tasmanian Labradoodle, for 7 weeks now and she is perfect for us. Paul and Liz did get it right. She has the perfect temperament, beautiful chocolate wool coat and is an absolute joy to have.

Some of the benefits of getting an older puppy are that they come lead trained and socialised and ready to train. For example, we have had very few accidents inside on the carpet, we started training straight away and Lilly definitely understood crate training way before we even had time to read the information on it.

But you know what the best thing was about getting an older puppy, we were the stars of Puppy School. Top pupils. The trainer was always using Lilly to demonstrate how the training should go. One of my favourite things is to take Lilly for a walk because everyone wants to pat her and hooo and ahhh at how gorgeous she is. They ask what breed she is and admire how well behaved she is. I must admit I walk away with my chest out and a big smile on my face, and I have a feeling Lilly does too.

So if you’re thinking of getting a Labradoodle I would highly recommend getting a Tasmanian Labradoodle, and if possible tell Paul and Liz you’ll take on older one.

Sue Bagg

Lilly

I have a reasonably good knowledge of quite a few dog breeds as I have trained many problem dogs for other people (my own Australian kelpie was trained to Obedience Champion standard and was first place in both UD and Open Obedience at the Sydney Royal Show the only time she competed there). Other than standard poodles my husband, Miles, and I have owned a golden retriever. The golden was purchased when our children were babies because she was gentle and easy care (no labradoodles in those days).

In August 2007 our beloved 9-year-old silver standard poodle, Super Simon, died of lymphoma. His sister, Gorgeous Gussy, became very depressed so we decided we should buy another dog for her and for us.

So my search began. I decided to look closely at the various doodles now available. It took not too much searching to discover that the Labradoodle was the dog I was seeking. Next, which Labradoodle? Many, many hours on the web and talking to various Labradoodle owners led me to Paul and Liz at Tasmanian Labradoodles.

At 10:15 pm on 23^rd of February 2008 the plane bearing our Hugo the Boss landed on Norfolk Island where we now live. Although Paul and Liz had been extremely helpful both on the phone and via email I, as the trainer and groomer, was still anxious about the puppy they had chosen for us. We didn’t care what colour he was or what he looked like but I knew exactly the temperament and the coat type I wanted and I had expressed these requirements to them. After doing our Customs paperwork we drove the 5 minutes distance from the airport to our home with the crate in the back of the car.

Then we opened it in the garden with fingers crossed to inspect our new family member. Well, what a delight! This little fellow is perfect. I know many people who have purchased Tassie labradoodles think they have the best dog in the world, but the sad news for them is that we do. 

We’ve only had Hugo for a short time but we love him more every day. Our old dog Gussy has become a puppy again and they play together beautifully. When she’s had enough of him she lets him know and he backs off and leaves her in peace.

He is very smart and quick to learn. His first lesson was to surrender his food to me. On morning one, after he’d been given his breakfast chicken, he growled as I placed my hand near his head. I took the food from his mouth, held it for a short time and then gave it back. I repeated this each meal on the first day and the lesson had been learned. He has never growled since and is quite happy to have me, or anybody else, take his food. However, if Gussy comes near him while he’s eating – look out!

He walked on the lead without teaching and never leaves our side when we are on the beach or golf course and he is lead free. He has learned the words and signals for sit, drop, stay and, most importantly, come. He must sit and stay when his dinner is placed in front of him and the first time that was required he found it very difficult as he loves his tucker. Now he sits without me asking and waits until told he can eat. What a little star.

I want to thank Paul and Liz for the assistance they provided pre purchase and to congratulate them on their obvious dedication to producing the very best labradoodles. And I want to congratulate myself for finding and choosing them as the breeders of our wonderful Hugo, who, as I type, he is curled up asleep under my desk with his head on my feet.

I think everyone should be introduced to a Labradoodle before they purchase any other breed.

If all dogs were Labradoodles the world would be a better place.

Miles Howe and Hugo, Norfolk Island

Molly

Dougle

Vimi

      Kelly Mason Referral

I dearly wanted a dog for a companion, but suffer allergies from contact with them. I started researching the multi-generation Australian Labradoodle on the internet and felt that this was exactly the breed of dog that I was looking for. I felt very strongly about purchasing my puppy from a breeder that gave a lot of love to its dog family and their puppies a great start to life. I contacted a couple of different breeders and went to visit one. I had a mild skin reaction to contact with one of the dogs.

 I went to visit another breeder interstate and felt that they understood the things that were important to me. I met and handled many dogs. I had no reaction whatsoever to direct contact and was besotted by the multi-generation Australian Labradoodle. I purchased a miniature male puppy with whom I am extremely happy (his name is Kobi). Kobi had an adverse reaction to his kennel cough vaccine and spent a lot of time at home; when I could finally take him to puppy school he was scared of the other dogs. I was worried about his fear and that he would be spending too much time alone whilst I work. I was on leave and started to explore getting another puppy. I gave it a lot of thought and asked a lot of people for advice.

 I contacted the Tasmanian Labradoodles Breeding Centre and found them to be wonderful. Initially I had a lot of contact with Paul. We exchanged emails and spent time on the phone. He was very willing to help and provide advice. Paul and Liz discussed Kobi’s fears and offered to help us. We also discussed the suitability of a 13 week old puppy on the website that a family had deferred. Paul told me a lot about her and sent me more photos. I was very unsure what to do and Paul was very patient. After more discussion I booked flights and a B&B and off we went to Tasmania.

                                How could I resist such a beautiful Labradoodle?

Paul and Liz are extremely special people who could not have done more to help Kobi and I. They welcomed us into their home and took a lot of time to make us feel comfortable. Kobi, although initially unsure, flourished. I was shown their property and met all of their beautiful Labradoodles. I also spent time getting to know the female puppy, whom I loved the minute I saw her (I named her Gracie).

Paul, Liz and their daughter Lisa spent time with Kobi and gave me advice about puppy whispering. After Paul spent some time with Kobi he was so calm and Kobi and I had such wonderful cuddles.

          Shortly after arrival home to Canberra,  Kobi on Paul’s lap after some puppy whispering

I spent two days with Paul, Liz and Lisa. Over this time Kobi and Gracie got to know each other and I felt great about taking her home with us.

When we arrived home Kobi was very happy to see Gracie. She has been wonderful and is very intelligent, she has only had one accident in the house. She quickly mastered a ramp, dog door, sit, drop etc. Everybody who meets her absolutely loves her and people even stop me in the street to say hello.

Gracie is everything I wanted and much more. She has a very special nature, is calm and has grown to be absolutely stunning. Gracie and Kobi love each other and spend a lot of time romping around and playing together. They love water and I have brought them a shell pool. They love splashing away, although they also love to do this in their water bowls which visitors find very amusing. We have a weekly get together with family who also have two Labradoodles. They all enjoy playing so much. Gracie loves people and other dogs.

 Kobi and Gracie in the pool, Benji and Yogi watching,  Kobi and Gracie romping in the water

I cannot thank Paul and Liz enough for all of their help. They took a lot of time out of their extremely busy days for us. It was very eye opening to see how much time and work they put into breeding, working from very early and often into the wee hours. I don’t know how they keep it up.

 Kobi and Gracie have brought so much joy to my life and I will be forever grateful to Paul and Liz. They have given Kobi and I a wonderful companion who has given us so many laughs, fun times and beautiful cuddles.

I could thoroughly recommend the Tasmanian Labradoodles Breeding Centre.

Davies Family Referral

Dog ownership is a serious commitment and long term responsibility thus we took some time to research and source what we believed to be the ideal breed and importantly the ideal breeder for our family.  Our family consisting of myself (Clare) husband (Ralph) and our two girls – Claudia 8 years and Eva just 11 months!  Claudia has allergies and is a little nervous around dogs, yet she dearly wanted one.  Eva has no reservations, but being a baby – we naturally had to be very cautious.  Me, well I can’t stand aggressive, stupid or hyper dogs, nor do I really like dog hair!  Ralph just wanted all us girls to be happy and to even up the inequality around here by getting a boy!

The Labradoodle Association of Australia (LAA) was a wealth of information which first and foremost helped explain the difference between an ‘Australian Multigenerational Labradoodle’ and a ‘labradoodle’ you might find in your local pet shop.  Big difference, please be aware.

I spent many nights visiting the different sites of the various accredited LAA breeders Australia wide, reading what they had to say and importantly looking at photos of their dogs and puppies.

What drew us to the LAA accredited Tasmanian Labradoodles, was firstly their beautiful selection of dogs, their gorgeous photos of sold and available puppies, and the fact that they care enough about their dogs to go to the trouble of feeding them the BARF - bones and raw food diet.

Then secondly I had the pleasure of dealing with Liz, Paul and Lisa Bartlett – truly nice people.  It soon became apparent that as much as this is a business for the Bartlett family, they care genuinely about their dogs. They care most about breeding puppies with beautiful temperaments and equally care about breeding puppies with sound health.  They also spend a great deal of time socialising their puppies so when they eventually go to new homes, they fit in with the utmost of ease and grace.  Liz and Paul throw all their efforts heart and sole into breeding Australian Multigenerational Labradoodles that they can be justly proud of.

I sent quite a few emails and phoned Liz and Paul before we made a commitment to purchase a puppy.  Liz and Paul made time for my many questions.  Their genuine pride and love of the Australian Multigenerational Labradoodle apparent as they were always enthusiastic and happy to address my many questions.

Ok!  So along came our little big man Mac.  Mac is just the most beautiful boy.  So much more handsome in real life than depicted in photos.  We can’t believe how well he has honestly fitted into our family.  He doesn’t jump on Claudia and is so gentle yet playful with her, which has facilitated the beginnings of a lovely friendship.  Mac treats Eva with a healthy respect and treads past her carefully – he just knows she’s a baby (it’s amazing).  Mac and Ralph get along like a house on fire!  Mac with me – well I just adore him, and adore him a little more each day.  It may sound silly, but I am so respectful of his intelligence and beautiful temperament, so sweet, gentle, protective, smart, (and funny) he is just the best companion.

Mac knew his name and came to us crate trained which was just wonderful, making toilet training all the more easier. He was used to all the household noises (sound of the kettle, banging around in the kitchen etc).  Liz and Paul had also spent time handling him, so amazingly I am able to check over his paws, look inside his mouth, clean his ears – while he just lies on my lap and comfortably accepts whatever it is I am fussing over!  The BARF diet is easy to follow, cost effective and fantastic in this day and age of recycling and environmental awareness.  Mac learnt to walk and heel on the lead amazingly fast.  He has certainly learnt the meaning of no!  We haven’t had any of the usual casualties associated with having a puppy (knocked over vases etc) as Mac is so light on his paws and quite calm when inside that it just hasn’t happened!  He doesn’t run off when outside.  He would have to be the most grown up puppy I have ever known!

We are so very happy with our puppy Mac.  We are so very happy with him predominantly because we made the right decision and went with a breeder that has taken the time (years) to further develop the Australian Multigenerational Labradoodle with the best possible temperament and health foremost in mind. 

I can’t speak more highly of Liz and Paul from Tasmanian Labradoodles and thank them for the time they have given me and the time that they invested in our puppy Mac.

I have taken the time to write this letter of recommendation because it was a letter of recommendation that gave us the peace of mind to go with Liz and Paul from Tasmanian Labradoodles.

Take the leap – we’re going to again.

Sincerely Clare Davies South Australia

21^st of November 2006

Our Handsome Man Mac – Standard Size Silver – 14 Weeks Old

WALLY MASUR  family's Referral

Dear Paul and Liz,

We would just like to say thank you for providing us with our beautiful chocolate Labradoodle, Zena.

She is such a sweet natured dog and is very intelligent and easy to train. She is now 15 weeks old and is house trained, crate trained, can sit, walk on a lead, stay...and most of the time stay off the lounge chairs!! 

As you know we already have a three year old Labradoodle as well, we just love the breed.

We would like to thank you also for always answering our many, many emails, late into the night.  You were so efficient in answering all our concerns.

We found you both to be honest to deal with, which is very important when buying a puppy unseen over the internet. 

Zena was everything you said she was!!  We have found you eager to answer any questions about Zena that we have at any time and feel confident that you have the experience and expertise to deal with our queries.

We have recommended you too many of our friends who have enquired about buying Labradoodles as we feel you really love your dogs and offer such a personalized service to your customers.

We will keep in touch with you both and let you know about Zena's progress.

Thank you again,

WALLY MASUR and family Sydney!

Steve and Josephine Westwood. referral,

We e-mailed Tasmanian Labradoodles in regards to getting a new fury family member. Having decided on a Labradoodle, we chose Tasmanian Labradoodles because we also live in Tasmania and we found their web site very informative and professional. Another important reason was that they were registered with the Labradoodle Association of Australia, giving us confidence that they were reputable breeders.

We wanted a little boy that didn't shed hair, in the Café au Latté colour. We were informed that Benson and Pepsi had just had puppies that would be available early 2006, 3 Cafe boys included. We couldn't resist dropping in on Boxing Day to meet Paul and Liz and our potential pup!

This was when we met our Kosta. He was a fluffy little fellow who was quite happy to lie back in our arms and be petted. We couldn't believe how quiet and mellow he was, lapping up all the attention; we knew he had to be ours.

We picked Kosta up mid‑January. Paul and Liz had already crate trained him and were using his name for us.  They took the time to answer all of our questions before we took Kosta home, and offered lots of advice and tips.

We have now just finished puppy school and are about to start Level 1 training. At 15 weeks Kosta already knows Sit, Drop, Wait, Roll over, Come, Stay, Gentle, Mat, and Heel. He walks beautifully on the lead (most of the time) and when off the lead trots along happily beside us. He is socialising well with other dogs and everyone we meet adores him. He gives us so many laughs and good times, we just love him to bits.

We have been following the BARF diet, and find it very easy to adhere to. The book recommended by Paul and Liz really made us understand why the BARF diet is so good for dogs.

We love the Café au Latté colour, Kosta’s coat has lightened up a lot and is getting lighter every week. We love the wool/fleece coat and LOVE the non shedding factor.

Paul and Liz made the adoption process so simple and we got everything we wanted in a dog. After e-mail contact we found the whole process of selection and purchasing to a standard that exceeded our expectations.

We cannot speak highly enough of Tasmanian Labradoodles. If you are considering a dog that is fun, loving, cuddly, good looking and very intelligent look no further than a Labradoodle. If you are considering a Labradoodle look no further than Tasmanian Labradoodles, you won't be disappointed.

                         Steve and Josephine Westwood, Hobart

                                  Kosta     

Reede Family's Referral

Thank you Tasmanian Labradoodles for our fantastic puppy Stanley.  She is a wonderful dog who is gentle, very intelligent, loyal, placid and absolutely wonderful with children.  At 7 months she shows none of the usual puppy silliness and easily learns commands and instructions. She came to us toilet trained which was great and has never had an accident.  She has never cried or yelped in the night and sits quietly at the back door until someone wakes up in the morning. Stanley is also a great looking dog and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Tasmanian Labradoodles.

Reede Family, Sydney

Desira Family's referral

Dear Tasmanian Labradoodles , 

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for our boy Jet. He has made a big difference in our life and home. We live a very hectic life and I was always concerned how well he would fit into our lifestyle and I can honestly say that he has helped us slow down somewhat. I wish we had done this year ago and not delayed all those years. From the first night at home he has been nothing but a pure pleasure, sometimes you would almost say that you don't know that he is there, loves to nap and settles inside quickly. The boys just find him divine especially Bryce who I am sure will become inseparable over the years growing up together, and yes he has even joined me at the office. He travels everywhere with us, we took him on a recent camping trip where everyone fell in love with him, got so much attention, he has the best temperament and nature, that is gentle, just like a big cuddly bear. Once again thanks for Jet we could not ask for more with a great puppy, unfortunately he is growing up too quickly.

Regards The Desira Family, Melbourne

Hayley Webster's Referral

Why I love my Alf

There really aren’t words to describe the joy I have had in my life after buying Alf.  He is like my special friend who is always there anytime to receive a cuddle or just to let me smoother him with affection (which he just flops on me, full weight") we talk in a language which I'm sure others wouldn't understand.  I have never been a dog lover, I decided to get Alf for something for my daughter as she is an only child and thought it would be good company for her.  As it turns out he has become my best friend and a special member of our family. 

Hayley Webster Hobart

Susan Kempson's Referral

I now have had Wilson now for three weeks and he is an absolute joy! Already toilet trained and completing puppy school. He has a lovely nature and my one year old nephew just loves him. He is not aggressive or jumpy but very placid and loves to just to be around you. At the moment he is spending a lot of time sitting with me on the kitchen floor playing with his toys. Thanks for all your help in organising Wilson to get to Melbourne and all the advise you have given me since he has arrived. If you have any families looking at one of your puppies and they are live near Moorabbin, please let them know they can come and see how lovely your pup's are with seeing Wilson.

Cheers,

Susan Kempson Melbourne

Liz Chappel’s Referral

Dear Tasmanian Labradoodles,

We have had our labradoodle puppy since July 2004. When she arrived she was just over 3 months old and already the size of our kelpie. She was so cute with her long gangly legs; even now she bounces around springing off the ground with all 4 paws like a cat (which given her now not insignificant size is very funny to see). We have called her Mildred. Mildred is a character, she is playful and energetic. She loves people and would be a hopeless guard dog, she'd invite any burglar in with the wag of a tail, and mixes well with other dogs, even Zeus, a staffy who hates other dogs. Mildred is such a cutie, She has proved to be a quick learner and has never shown signs of leaving our yard without us. We all adore her, thank you so much.

Liz Chappel, North Queensland

Wilton Family's Referral

Dear Tasmanian Labradoodles

We have had our lovely "Billie" for nearly 4 weeks and what a delight he has been. He has become part of our family who is treasured already.  He is so laid back, non-demanding and gentle (long suffering with the over the top affection lavished on him by our children) which is great since we have a limited backyard. He never runs off into the horizon when we go for walks each day (off the lead) and is highly social with other dogs.  The beach (when we can get there before grumpy people & Council Rangers arrive) is a huge hit. He went for his first swim the other day following the kids off the rocks into the harbour.  I do believe he thought he could walk on water and had a little shock when he didn't but proved that dogs are smarter/faster learners then kids and swam back easily. He never complains when we have to go out and leave him at home outside and always covers us with kisses every morning. He is very popular with people when out as he is very handsome with a gorgeous coat and interesting eyes. Thank you for providing us with such a wonderful pet whose personality & breed is perfect for our family and lifestyle.

Wilton Family, Manly, Sydney