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fasteddie · 11-23-2004, 04:01 PM

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A look at the mixes

Crossbreeds are supposed to combine the best characteristics of two breeds, but you won't really know that until after they're born. Pricing typically is the same as the more expensive of the two breeds, or a little higher. Prices can vary widely, though.
• Puggle: This pug and beagle mix weighs 14 to 20 pounds in adulthood, and is 13 to 15 inches high at the shoulder. A typical puggle has a curly tail, and is tan with a black muzzle. From $400 to $700.
• Labradoodle: Labrador and poodle mix (standard, toy or miniature) started the crossbreed trend in the late 1980s. It's said to be hypoallergenic, but about all you can hope for is that it will shed less. A Lab/standard poodle version is about 25 to 30 inches tall and weighs 35 to 45 pounds. About $600.
• Yorkipoo: Mix of Yorkshire terrier and miniature poodle has a soft, silky coat. Weighs 4 to 10 pounds and is 7 to 8 inches tall. Can get pricey -- $1,000 or more.
• Goldendoodle: Coat's appearance ranges anywhere from shaggy retriever to "relaxed-curl" poodle. Adults usually are 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh 45 to 75 pounds. Cost is $650 and up.

Oodles of doodles

Crossbreeds are coming online almost as fast as new car models from Detroit and Japan; many involve a poodle as one parent because the breed doesn't shed and it is perceived to be intelligent.
Ask your veterinarian to recommend a good breeder, and request documentation of all health claims made for a pup and its parents.
Breeders consulted for this article include:
• Tinytykes Puppies (Yorkipoos and a lot more) in Caledonia, Wis. Online at http://tinytykespuppies .com or phone (715) 572-7990 weekdays.
• Phil Knepp (puggles) in Odon. Call (812) 486-8713, or send e-mail to philknepp@hotmail.com .
• Lincoln Manor (Labradoodles, goldendoodles) in Anderson. Call (765) 642-8287.
• Pups4kids.com in Lake County, Ill. Call (847) 249-7877 or online at www.pups4kids.com.
• Hickory Doodles (goldendoodles and Labradoodles) in DuBois County, Ind. Call (812) 678-5704.
• Sunshine Acres in Wolcott. Call (219) 279-2422 or send e-mail to bowwow@sugardog.com.

11-23-2004, 04:01 PM	#2
fasteddie *YT 6000 Club Member* Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 6,238	More info: --- A look at the mixes Crossbreeds are supposed to combine the best characteristics of two breeds, but you won't really know that until after they're born. Pricing typically is the same as the more expensive of the two breeds, or a little higher. Prices can vary widely, though. • Puggle: This pug and beagle mix weighs 14 to 20 pounds in adulthood, and is 13 to 15 inches high at the shoulder. A typical puggle has a curly tail, and is tan with a black muzzle. From $400 to $700. • Labradoodle: Labrador and poodle mix (standard, toy or miniature) started the crossbreed trend in the late 1980s. It's said to be hypoallergenic, but about all you can hope for is that it will shed less. A Lab/standard poodle version is about 25 to 30 inches tall and weighs 35 to 45 pounds. About $600. • Yorkipoo: Mix of Yorkshire terrier and miniature poodle has a soft, silky coat. Weighs 4 to 10 pounds and is 7 to 8 inches tall. Can get pricey -- $1,000 or more. • Goldendoodle: Coat's appearance ranges anywhere from shaggy retriever to "relaxed-curl" poodle. Adults usually are 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh 45 to 75 pounds. Cost is $650 and up. Oodles of doodles Crossbreeds are coming online almost as fast as new car models from Detroit and Japan; many involve a poodle as one parent because the breed doesn't shed and it is perceived to be intelligent. Ask your veterinarian to recommend a good breeder, and request documentation of all health claims made for a pup and its parents. Breeders consulted for this article include: • Tinytykes Puppies (Yorkipoos and a lot more) in Caledonia, Wis. Online at http://tinytykespuppies .com or phone (715) 572-7990 weekdays. • Phil Knepp (puggles) in Odon. Call (812) 486-8713, or send e-mail to philknepp@hotmail.com . • Lincoln Manor (Labradoodles, goldendoodles) in Anderson. Call (765) 642-8287. • Pups4kids.com in Lake County, Ill. Call (847) 249-7877 or online at www.pups4kids.com. • Hickory Doodles (goldendoodles and Labradoodles) in DuBois County, Ind. Call (812) 678-5704. • Sunshine Acres in Wolcott. Call (219) 279-2422 or send e-mail to bowwow@sugardog.com.