Goldendoodles are becoming more and more popular!! When we first got ours 10+ years ago, they were very rare and some people didn’t know what they even were. In this post we hope to educate you on what is a Goldendoodle, fun facts about them, sizing, and the different generations. 

What is a Goldendoodle?

Goldendoodles are one of the most popular “designer dogs” and are a cross between two of the top five smartest dogs in the world—a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. Both Golden Retrievers and Poodles are known for their sweet and intelligent personalities. Dogs that are hybrid get the best of both worlds and inherit the best qualities of the two breeds. By combining the Poodle and Retriever you get an incredibly smart dog that is easy to train, always aiming to please, and the best all-around family-friendly dog.

Fun Facts about Goldendoodles:

• They are athletic: Energetic and playful, Goldendoodles love to exercise. They’re happy to laze around (they make great cuddle buddies), but activities is where they excel. These dogs are great companions for active families. They love hiking, going for car rides, walks, and going to the park.

• They are very friendly: Anyone who’s met a Goldendoodle can attest to their friendliness. They’re known to become fast friends with children, cats, and other dog breeds.

• They love water: Most Goldendoodles have a strong love for swimming. It is important to start them young so they enjoy it more and more as they get older.

• They make great service dogs: As previously mentioned, Goldendoodles get the best characteristics of their parents. They have Poodles’ brains and the loyalty and obedience of the Golden Retriever. Goldendoodles make wonderful guide or therapy dogs.

• They are eager to learn: Goldendoodles catch on quick and love learning new tricks and commands. They aim to please and want to make their owners proud.

Goldendoodle Generations

F1 = Golden Retriever X Poodle (50% Poodle X 50% Golden Retriever)

F1b = F1 Goldendoodle X Poodle (75% Poodle X 25% Golden Retriever)

F1bb = F1b Goldendoodle X Poodle (12.5% Golden Retriever X 87.5% Poodle)

F2 = F1 Goldendoodle X F1 Goldendoodle (50% Golden X 50% Poodle) 

F2b = F1 Goldendoodle X F1B Goldendoodle (62.5% Poodle X 37.5% Golden Retriever)

F3 = Goldendoodle X F1B Goldendoodle (75% Poodle X 25% Golden Retriever)

Multigen = F2B Goldendoodle X F2B Goldendoodles (62.5% Poodle X 37.5% Golden Retriever)

Goldendoodle Sizing

How do breeders know how much they will weigh full grown? It is very simple! All you need to know is the weight of the Goldendoodle’s parents. Add the two weights together and divide by two. Below is the Goldendoodle Sizing Chart.

Micro Goldendoodle 3-10 lbs 

Teacup/Toy Goldendoodle 7-17 lbs

Mini Goldendoodle 15-30 lbs

Medium Goldendoodle 30-45 lbs

Standard Golendoodle 45-90 lbs

Do Goldendoodles Shed?

Goldendoodles are known as being hypoallergenic dogs. They have hair, not fur. Just like how we occasionally have hair that falls out they are very similar. However, depending on which generation you get, you may see less shedding if they have been bred with proper genetics.

We might be a little biased but Goldendoodles are the best all around family dog! Fill out an application to apply for our upcoming litters.

On a hot summer day there is nothing better than having a popsicle or a scoop of ice cream, am I right? Well what about our dogs? They deserve a treat to cool down! We have compiled 5 of the best dog friendly summer treats. These treats take a few minutes to make, are nutritious, and will give you all the summer feels while keeping your dog cooled down.

Here are a few tips to keep your dog healthy and safe:

• Give these treats in moderation. It is important to not let your dog overindulge.

• When it comes to greek yogurt or peanut butter be sure it does not contain Xylitol, which is very harmful for dogs.

• If your dog is on a certain diet please make sure to consult with your vet.

Strawberry Delight

Ingredients:
5 strawberries
1/4 cup of plain greek yogurt
4 tbs water
1 tsp coconut oil

Directions:

1. Remove stalks off of strawberries
2. Put strawberries, greek yogurt, water, and oil into blender
3. Pour mixture into molds and freeze for 1-2 hours

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Peanut Butter Banana Bites

Ingredients:
1 cup of peanut butter
1 ripe banana

Directions:
1. Peel and cut banana and place into mixing bowl
2. Add the peanut butter and mix until smooth
3. Add to molds and freeze for 1-2 hours

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Frozen KONG Peanut Butter
What dog doesn’t love peanut butter! Have you tried freezing it before? We love putting it inside a KONG toy.

Ingredients:
Peanut Butter
Kong Toy

Directions:
1. Put peanut butter into a Kong toy
2. Put in freezer for 1 hour

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Frozen Carrots & Celery

Frozen carrots and celery are a nutritious and affordable treat to give your dog. Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A, potassium, and fiber, among other vitamins. Celery is very low in fat and is an excellent source of Vitamin A, C, K, and potassium. Both vegetables will help with your dogs teeth and breath.

Ingredients:
Large carrots
Celery

Directions:
1. Place bag of carrots or celery in the freezer. Then give to dog when desired.

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Cucumber Watermelon Pupsicle

Ingredients:
3 cups of seedless watermelon
1 cucumber

Directions:

1. Peel the skin from the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds with a spoon
2. Cut the watermelon and remove any seeds.
3. Put cucumber and watermelon in a blender and blend until smooth.
4. Pour mixture into molds and freeze 3-4 hours.

With the weather warming up here in Utah (finally!), we are so anxious to enjoy the beautiful Utah scenery. I don’t know about you, but my summer bucket list is starting to fill up quickly and taking the dogs hiking is on the top.

If you don’t have the AllTrails app we highly recommend you downloading it. This app allows you to find local trails, view the route, elevation gain, difficulty, and see if they are dog/kid friendly. The app is free and is very simple to navigate.

We also recommend bringing plenty of water for both you and your dog. Always keep your dog on a leash or trained to stay near you to avoid dangerous wildlife. 

Our favorite items to bring while hiking:

• Collapsible Dog Bowl

• Hydroflask

• Henry Elliot Leash All of our followers receive a discount use “MatthewsLegacyFarm10” at checkout

• Snack Containers

• Poop Bags

We have put together a list of parks, trails and hikes that we recommend as well as other dog owners.

Northern Utah:

Tanner Park

Porters Fork in Millcreek

Muller Park

Stewart Falls

Three Sisters

Duel Creek

Elephant Rock

Dog Lake 

Southern Utah:

The Wahweap Hoodoo

The Sand Hills Loop

The Vortex

Gardner Peak Trail

Cottonwood Trail

3rd Ravine Loop

Southeastern Utah:

Mary Jane Canyon

Fisher Towers

Grandstaff Trail

Jeep Arch

South Fork Mule Canyon

**Additional information about the Moab trails can be found on Zukes website.

What trail are you going to do first? Be sure to tag us on instagram so we can see where you are going this summer! We hope you love them as much as we do!!

-MLF

Preparing for a puppy can be very overwhelming, that's why we've put together a list of all our puppy must-haves!

Crate

Purchase a crate that gives your puppy enough room to comfortably stand up, turn around, and lie down with their legs stretched. Always get a bigger crate that your puppy can grow into. The Revol Crate comes with a divider panel that lets you adjust the size while they grow. Not only is this crate aesthetically pleasing but it’s very inviting and less like a dungeon. The Revol comes with a puppy divider, removable tray for easy cleaning and a ceiling hatch for easy access to soothe your puppy. It’s SO easy to setup and take down, watch how we do it here.

For more of affordable option we recommend the Evolv Crate. The celling can be removed and it can double as a play pen! Both of these are crates that we use and love. All of our puppies are introduced to these crates at 5 weeks of age.

All MLF Families receive a discount from DIGGS. Discount will automatically apply at checkout.

Crate sizing:

Small Crate is designed for dogs up to 30 lbs. This size works great for our Petite and Mini Goldendoodles.
Medium Crate is designed for dogs up to 50 lbs. This size works great for our Mini and Medium Goldendoodles.
Intermediate Revol is designed for larger dogs up to 70 lbs. This size works great for our Standard Goldendoodles.

Purchased the crate, now what?! Click here to learn how to crate train.

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Training

Training is an essential part of owning a dog. Start training RIGHT when you get your puppy. You can start on Cornerstone online platform or if you live locally here in Utah you can take their board and train program. They offer several different classes: Potty training, Crate training, and advanced training. They give all of our families a special MLF discount. Use code: MLF50 to save. You can learn more about these programs here.

Food is a powerful motivator for dogs—which is why it can often be very effective for obedience training. We have found that Rocco and Roxie and Pupford are the perfect treat to reward good behavior. These tasty treats have clean ingredients and our dogs go crazy over them!

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Pantry

We start weaning puppies off mother with TLC Pet Food soaked puppy food. This puppy food provides easy digestion and excellent nutrition for your growing puppy. This blend is high in protein and packed with premium quality meat. It’s important to keep them on puppy formula for the first year of their life as they are growing and need all the extra nutrients. After the first year your puppy can graduate to an adult formula.

Why Choose TLC Pet Food?

• Premium quality pet food, made using wholesome, natural ingredients

• Made in Canada by trained nutritionists. By following EU standards, we can feel confident knowing that all of the ingredients are of the highest standards and all of Formulas are fully supplemented. 

• Delivered fresh and delivered FREE to your door

• Schedule using Autoship and never worry about running out of food!

Enjoy $5 OFF Your First Order and Recieve Free Gift!

Elevated dog feeders are gamer changer! Not only are these bowls classy but they help with the movement of food when traveling from the mouth to the stomach. These bowls are easy to clean and maintain.

Get an airtight container to store dog food. It seals and clamps to keep out moisture and pests out and will keep the food fresh longer.

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Walk Gear + ACCESSORIES

This walk set has everything you need- leash, collar, and poop bag dispenser. Add these poop bags to your cart because you’re going to need them. But first, West and Doodledoodanas are some of our favorite bandana shops!

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On the go

We have several puppies that fly home with their new owners on the airplane. These carriers work perfect and keep your dog safe and comfortable. Most airlines let you get your puppy out on the plane once you are in the air. Wondering how to fly with a puppy? Visit here.

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At Home Grooming

Blowdryer | Shampoo & Conditioner | Comb | Brush

Having a dirty or wet dog running around your house is not fun. All of the items above will save you trips to the groomers!

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Toys and Bones

Monkey Toy | Training Aid | Kong Balls | Dog Puzzle | Benebone

All of these items will help your puppy through the teething stage.  We send home each of our puppies with a Benebone. They are durable and feel great on their teeth.

Cleaning

Having these cleaners on hand will save your life and your flooring.

To see more items we LOVE visit our shop. We also created a free puppy checklist for you to use.

Good luck preparing for your new best friend!

Have you ever wondered how we prepare for a litter of puppies? We spend a significant amount of time planning and preparing each of our litters so that we can provide you a dream puppy! 

1.    Choosing The Right Stud. A lot of time and research goes into find the perfect stud so we can product the best puppy possible in terms of health, temperament, and physical strength. 

2.    Switch Over To Puppy Food. Once our dog has seen the stud we switch her over to puppy food. Puppy food has high calcium/protein. We recommend Taste of the Wild grain-free puppy formula. It is easy to digest and excellent source of nutrition.

3.    Exercise And Healthy Treats. We make sure our dogs have plenty of exercise so they maintain good health. For treats, we feed our dogs carrots and celery. They are low in calories and high in fiber and vitamins. It is also great for their teeth! 

4. Confirm Pregnancy. When the dog is around 25-30 days pregnant we take her in to get an ultrasound. This is always an exciting day as they can confirm her pregnancy and tell us how many puppies are in there.

5.    Whelping Boxes. We start to setup the whelping box and get all the whelping supplies ready. What is a whelping box? It is a nesting box designed for the mother to birth and care for her pups during their early stages of life. 

6.    The Waiting Game. Did you know that dogs are pregnant for approximately 63 days?! If a dog has a bigger litter than the puppies typically come a day or two early.

7.    Go Time. One of the first signs of labor is a drop in the dogs body temperature from 99F. This means she will be giving birth in 12-24 hours. More signs to watch for is heavy panting and nesting. This is when we know we will probably be up for the next 24 hours. We make sure we are stocked up on RedBull and have some good company to pull an all-nighter with. 

Puppy litter products that we love:

Puppy Litter Bowls | Litter ID Tags | EZ Whelp Pads

Make sure you are following us on Instagram so you don’t miss out on our live births!

Our last litter of dogs celebrated their birthday over the weekend! Can’t believe it has been a year since they were born. It’s been so fun getting updated pictures of them and watching them grow. Their parents S P O I L E D them. We truly have the best puppy parents EVER!

Maple posing for the camera!

Harper waiting patiently to dig into her birthday cake! Her party bows are my FAV!

Gwen smiling for the camera!

Nessie celebrating with all of her BFF’s!

Once it warms up we plan on hosting a puppy get together and inviting all of our pups from last litter—crossing our fingers that the construction at the farm will be done right in time! It is always fun watching them interact with their siblings and their mama. — MLF

We had the fun opportunity to reunite some of our puppies from the last litter with their mama’s and siblings. The dogs loved it, and we did too! We have formed close relationships with the parents of our pups. They are some of the greatest families we know and couldn’t ask for better homes for them. We will be doing more events like this to keep close relationships and let the dogs see each other. If you wern’t able to come to this event we missed you and we will do another one soon.