Interview
Beyond Adorable: Local Couple Discusses JennaLee Designer Doodles
Doodle breeding is a boutique niche in the dog world specializing in a number of hybrid dogs that have been bred for specific very positive characteristics. High on this list are friendliness, low or non-shedding, and hypoallergenic. While growing up, Jenna’s parents had bred labradors for their own enjoyment rather than as a business. Looking back, Jenna says that it may seem odd, but even as a young girl she was hoping some day to be a dog breeder.
Since Seth has allergies, focusing on Doodles was a natural choice. The couple specializes in Bernedoodles, Golden Doodles, Labradoodles, and Sheepadoodles in a variety of sizes.
The demand for these puppies is very great these days with the appeal for doggie companions increased more than ever during COVID restrictions. And, Christmas is always a great puppy-giving time. Potential puppy owner waiting lists are long, varying between 6-12 months.
Matching a puppy to a potential owner or owners is a serious time consuming activity. Jenna is committed to finding the very best fit in terms of temperament, lifestyle and determination on the part of the owner to provide love and care.
Buying a designer pup is expensive and comes in addition to standard dietary and healthcare costs. Having or making enough time to meet a puppy ‘s needs is a big time decision.
Puppy adoption from Jenna Lee starts with a detailed application in which a potential home environment is described and questions are asked related to the client’s commitment to pet care.
Specific questions that a potential puppy owner may not have considered are those about willingness to provide consistent training, use of specific food supplements and agreement to spay or neuter the pet at a certain age.
The written application is followed by a phone interview with a member of the JennaLee Doodle sales staff. During this process, the JennaLee team assists potential owners in determining the breed, size, coat and characteristics that would be best for their specific family.
Then, a deposit is placed and the wait begins for the perfect litter to arrive.