Selecting the perfect Stud

 

It’s no secret how important this business is to our family.

From the very start, we knew that doing things properly, humanely and of the highest ethical standards was the only way forward for us. But even then, it felt like something was missing… we want to do more simply because we truly do believe that dogs have the power to heal hearts and save lives.

We are so passionate and dedicated in our hope of making a huge difference in the lives of others.

Not only is this the reason behind why we take our pairings very seriously, but it also drives us towards one of our longer term goals for this business.

There is a whole world of working dogs and service animals out there and we hope to be involved with that someday in some capacity.

Out of all the amazing candidates we considered, there was one that stood out and stole our heart… Here’s why…

 

It has always been our son’s wish to welcome a chocolate coloured dog into our home.

Takai spent most of his childhood alongside a sweet and gentle natured chocolate coloured Labrador retriever that was owned by his Grandmother.

The dog turned out to be a best friend and buddy for our young Takai. The two were inseparable. They connected in a way that we had not seen up to that point in those early years with Takai.

They were little soul mates.

 

On the recommendation of our friend Kelsie from Puppy Love Labradoodles, we connected with Christina from Bow Valley Labradoodles, right here in Alberta. We learned she had a chocolate stud, who passed all health tests and who was known for his extraordinary temperament.

His name was Gunner.

We talked extensively about Gunner. We told her our story and she told us all about Gunner. We were delighted to learn he had sired many therapy and service dogs. We can’t wait to see what this next litter will bring.

 

Photo depicting a brown coloured Australian Labradoodle Male

As for Takai’s little buddy… he sadly passed away a few years ago, but we know his spirit will live on. Even though he lived a full life filled with love, we still miss him very much.  In fact, every now and then, Takai will wake up with some words of love for his much missed friend… his friend who also went by the name of…

Gunner

Gunner, you’ve shown us that you share far more than just a name with Takai’s old pal and we couldn’t be happier to have found you.

For details regarding Suki and Gunner’s February 2024 litter, please refer to our upcoming litters page.

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Thank you for your interest in Down with Doodles!