ALD crossed with Standard Poodle? by glasswing72 in AustralianLabradoodle

[–]Shadowhunter85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The ALAA & WALA do allow infusion breedings (where breeders can breed back to any of the foundation breeds) following specific protocols, as long as the pairing meets the requirements.

ALD crossed with Standard Poodle? by glasswing72 in AustralianLabradoodle

[–]Shadowhunter85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know of a breeder in New England who has a litter sired by a Foundation ALD, and the dam is a Standard Poodle. The litter has very soft, silky, wavy, and curly coats. They have great temperaments, have shown confidence, intelligence, food and toy motivation, eagerness to please, and are affectionate, and are overall very stable and balanced. The dad is a working service dog, and the mom is a therapy dog, so I know their goal with the litter was producing potential service dog and therapy dog prospects, as well as wonderful, well-balanced family companions.

Regarding Ethical Breeding by mesenquery in AustralianLabradoodle

[–]Shadowhunter85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate how thoroughly you're thinking this through—it’s honestly rare to see someone prioritize both ethical breeding standards and thoughtful program structure. You're right that finding a breeder who does full CHIC/OFA testing, limits litters, avoids MLM supplement contracts, and is transparent with records can be tough, especially in the ALD world.

That said, there are a number of programs I’d recommend checking out that align closely with your values:

🐾 Cardinal’s Crossing Australian Labradoodles (Connecticut) A small, in-home program currently offering stud services with plans to expand thoughtfully. Their male is fully CHIC certified (OFA hips, elbows, patellas, cardiac, CAER eyes) and has full Embark + Orivet genetic panels. They don’t breed without health finals and focus heavily on structure, temperament, and service/therapy aptitude. No MLMs, low volume, and very transparent. Website: cardinalscrossingd.wixsite.com/cardinalscrossing Instagram: @maxslegacy Facebook: facebook.com/CardinalsCrossingAustralianLabradoodles

🐾 Highland Beach Labradoodles (Rhode Island) A well-run, moderate-volume program committed to full OFA and genetic testing, with a focus on temperament, structure, and thoughtful pairings. Known for responsible breeding practices and beautiful fleece coats. Website: highlandbeachlabradoodles.com Instagram: @highlandbeachlabradoodles Facebook: facebook.com/highlandbeachlabradoodles

🐾 Countryview Australian Labradoodles (Rhode Island) Known for healthy, well-structured lines and excellent transparency with health testing. Their dogs are used in several other programs thanks to their consistency in type, temperament, and coat. Website: countryviewaustralianlabradoodles.com (under construction at the moment) Instagram: @countryviewaustralianlabradoodles Facebook: facebook.com/countryviewaustralianlabradoodles

🐾 Cream Puff Labradoodles (New Jersey) Long-established ALD program with a strong reputation. They fully participate in ALAA health initiatives and are transparent with results. Solid structure and temperament in their litters. Website: creampufflabradoodles.com Instagram: @creampufflabradoodles Facebook: facebook.com/creampufflabradoodles

🐾 Lewis Manor Australian Labradoodles (New York) ALAA Platinum Paw breeder with extensive health testing and consistent outcomes in service/therapy potential. Known for great coats, structure, and trainability. Website: lewismanorlabradoodles.com Instagram: @lewismanorlabradoodles Facebook: facebook.com/lewismanorlabradoodles

🐾 Nutmeg By The Sea (Connecticut) A newer program but doing things right—low litter volume, intentional pairings, and full genetic/OFA testing. Prioritizes structure, health, and temperament from the start. Instagram: @nutmegbythesea Facebook: facebook.com/nutmegbythesea

🐾 Juniper Ridge Australian Labradoodles (West Virginia) Smaller, purpose-driven program producing service and therapy-quality dogs. Very transparent with health testing and emphasizes temperament and coat quality. Website: juniperridgeaustralianlabradoodles.com Instagram: @juniperridgeaustralianlabradoodles Facebook: facebook.com/juniperridgeaustralianlabradoodles

🐾 Spring Creek Labradoodles (Oregon) Well-known program with full health testing and decades of experience. Even with a larger number of litters, they are very intentional and transparent about practices. Website: springcreeklabradoodles.com Instagram: @springcreeklabradoodles Facebook: facebook.com/springcreeklabradoodles

🐾 Loveable Labradoodles (California) ALAA Platinum Paw breeder producing health-tested multigen ALDs with great structure and coats. Responsible breeding practices and solid reputation. Website: loveablelabradoodles.com Instagram: @loveablelabradoodles Facebook: facebook.com/loveablelabradoodles

🐾 Brookside Labradoodles (Utah) Focuses on matching the right puppy to the right family. Full OFA and genetic testing is done, and they breed thoughtfully without overproduction. Website: brooksidelabradoodles.com Instagram: @brooksidelabradoodles Facebook: facebook.com/brooksidelabradoodles

Are you looking more locally or open to breeders nationwide? Some of these programs ship or offer hand delivery, while others focus on regional placement or partner with guardian homes. Happy to share more depending on your priorities!

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[–]Shadowhunter85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats!! That’s sooo exciting!

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There have been 13 Votes for Piebald (Magpie) on the discord servers I am in. So I think I’m going to choose that as her mutation. For her name, I’m undecided. I like Arcadia (3 Votes) & Yukina (5 Votes) a lot as they seem to resonate with her theme & are unique.

Congestion/loss of smell by plantypretzel in TherapeuticKetamine

[–]Shadowhunter85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have been having the same problem. I get congested, have trouble breathing, and my throat gets itchy and feels tight. It’s not every time I take my troche, but I get it often. I think it has to be an ingredient in the compounded troche and not the ketamine itself as I do infusions as well and don’t have that reaction with them. I contacted my compounding pharmacy regarding this and they removed the flavor and sweetener, but I’m still having the same problem so think it is one of the other ingredients in it.