About Us
Land of Enchantment
Our Labradoodle Ranchette is located near Albuquerque, NM. We have transformed our home & property into a puppy paradise. We work hard to give them experiences in our home that will make them superbly suited to life with you in your home.
Our Breeding Program
The focus of our breeding program is to raise excellent companions for the modern family. We have a science-based program designed to raise well-balanced and healthy puppies. Our labradoodles are people-focused, easy to train, and motivated to please you. They are sporty, but not hyper. They are as happy hiking as binge-watching with you on the couch. From their coat to their temperament, our dogs are bred for the modern family in the typical suburban home.
We have been raising Labradoodles since 2007. As a Veterinarian, my husband, Dr. Mark Meddleton, is especially committed to breeding dogs that will uphold the health and soundness of this outstanding new breed. We raise our puppies in our home, the best place to raise best friends.
About Labradoodles
Labradoodle Breed Origins
The first Labradoodles were bred to meet the needs of a vision-impaired woman whose husband was allergic to dog hair. She needed an allergy-free guide dog.
Almost immediately there was tremendous interest in these fabulous new dogs with service dog temperaments and allergy-friendly coats. The International Australian Labradoodle Association, Inc. (IALA) and its Regional Sister Associations: the Australian Labradoodle Association of America (ALAA), and the Australian Labradoodle Association (ALA), was formed to monitor the development of this new breed. It is their goal to establish a breed of dog known for its excellent health and exceptional temperament along with the other fine qualities of this breed.
The Labradoodle is still a developing breed. Their intelligence, exceptional trainability, sweet dispositions, as well as the low to non-shedding allergy friendly coats of the multigeneration Labradoodles have made them highly sought after.
Breed Characteristics
Labradoodles come in various colors, sizes and coat types:
Colors
Chalk/white, Cream/Gold, Apricot, Red, Chocolate, Silver and Black. Other colors are all variations of these. Some puppies’ coats will lighten and others will darken as they mature.
Sizes
- Standard: 21″ to 24″ and 45 lbs to over 65 lbs
- Medium: 17 ” to 20″ and 30 lbs to 45 lbs
- Miniature: 14″ to 16 ” and 15 lbs to 30 lbs
Labradoodle Terms
F1
(50% Lab & 50% Poodle cross) This is a first cross – Labrador Retriever to Standard Poodle. This cross results in a wide range of appearances and shedding types.
F1B
(25% Lab & 75% Poodle cross) This is a first cross Labradoodle bred to a Standard Poodle to improve the coat quality. Most are non-shedding.
Multi-Generational American Labradoodle or Australian Labradoodle
(these dogs are 65% – 85% Poodle) F1B Labradoodle bred to an F1B Labradoodle or higher multigenerational labradoodle or an Australian labradoodle. These are non-shedding dogs.
Labradoodle Coat Types
F1 Coats
Vary from a little shedding to lots of shedding and can be wavy, borderline wavy, or straight.
F1B Coats
Can be shedding or non-shedding and can be wooly, curly, fleece, wavy or borderline wavy coats.
Multi-Generational American Labradoodle or Australian Labradoodle Coats
Non-shedding and allergy friendly wooly, curly or fleece coat.
You want the best for your horse and the best out of your horse. We understand the needs of owners. We are dedicated to optimizing the performance and longevity of your equine athlete whether you’re competing, or you enjoy a nice ride on the ditch banks or in the wilderness. We give you the information you need and the available options to choose from. We equip you to make decisions that fit your needs, budget and dreams for your horse.
State of the Art Services from Vets Who Care
Dog Care Products
Love your Labradoodle with these excellent nutritional products. Your dog’s well-being starts on the inside. These outstanding products will help you take the very best care of your beloved labradoodle.
Proud Members of Australian Labradoodle Association of America
We are proud to be members of the Australian Labradoodle Association of America. We happily adhere to their strict breeding standards and code of ethics.
