Question 1

Q: What is an F1B Sheepadoole?

Accepted Answer

An F1B Sheepadoodle is a cross between an F1 Sheepadoodle (purebred OES and purebred poodle) and a Poodle.

This generation has a higher percentage of Poodle compared to the OES and is known for being the most reliable for low shedding and low allergenic coat traits.

Pups are smart, agile, athletic and biddable.

Puppies will adapt to your household environment and way of life.

We do recommend training these smart little cookies to avoid them inadvertently training you!!

Question 2

Q: Can I breed my puppy when it gets older?

Accepted Answer

No. We only sell our puppies as pets and do not sell with breeding rights. This is clearly stipulated on our website and reaffirmed throughout the process including initial communication, deposit, and pet agreement / contract.

Question 3

Q: Are our breeding dogs health tested?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our breeding dogs undergo comprehensive testing before joining our program.

All our breeding dogs are:

- hip & elbow scored with good results
- DNA tested using Embark (USA) for over 250 hereditary diseases
- temperament tested using Volhard puppy aptitude test
- regularly vet health checked, vaccinated and treated for parasites

Question 4

Q. Do puppies come with a health guarantee?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our puppies come with a 2 year health guarantee.

This guarantee relates specifically to genetic diseases as testable by Embark, along with other significant life altering illnesses that are testable and proven to be genetic (unless agreed otherwise in writing).

Our health guarantee is outlined in our Pet Agreement (contract). A copy of the Agreement is provided to the purchaser prior to puppy pick up. Both parties (breeder and purchaser) are required to sign the Agreement on puppy pick up day.

Question 5

Q: Do you have returns policy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Prior to taking your puppy home you will be asked to sign a pet agreement / contract which stipulates our return policy and expectations for both parties.

In the very unlikely event that pup finds itself in need of a new home, we require all dogs bred by us to return to us no matter their age or reason. We never want one of our pups to ever be surrendered to a shelter.

Our pet agreement outlines our returns policy in more detail.

Question 6

Q: How much do our puppies cost?

Accepted Answer

Our puppies cost $4,500.

Puppies go home microchipped, vaccinated (first vaccination), and vet health checked.

Puppies come home with a generous puppy pack (for puppies being collected), information booklet, and free starter pet insurance in place for piece of mind.

Puppies being transported (i.e. road or plane) unfortunately are not able to go home with a puppy pack due to transport restrictions out of our control.

Question 7

Q: How big do mini sheepadoodles grow?

Accepted Answer

Our puppies are mini / medium sized sheepadoodles. That is, one of their parents is a miniature poodle.

Whilst the ultimate size of our pups can't be 100% guaranteed, we do expect our puppies to grow to a similar size to that of a border collie.

Pups will likely grow to a mature weight of 14-16kg and height of 40-46cm to the wither.

Question 8

Q: Will my puppy need to be trained?

Accepted Answer

Sheepadoodles are very intelligent and learn quickly.

We recommend that all puppies (no matter their breed) undertake training and suggest puppies are booked into a puppy school before collection day so they can commence training as soon as possible after they arrive to their new homes.

We suggest to start training immediately with basic commands and small doses of environmental exposure (e.g. take pup out exploring with all paws off ground until fully vaccinated) to ensure pup grows into a well adjusted and confident companion.

Socialisation does not mean meeting every person or dog they come across, just being in the general vicinity of other humans and dogs is sufficient.

Question 9

Q: Do Sheepadoodles require a lot of grooming?

Accepted Answer

Sheepadoodles require regular brushing (weekly min.) with 6-8 week full grooms.

We recommend line brushing pup from head to tiny toe using a slicker brush and followed by a metal comb at least once a week (more if pup is swimming or going to the beach) to avoid knots and matts forming.

Good quality shampoo / conditioner / detangler / leave in conditioner all help to keep pup's coat in perfect condition.

Question 10

Q: What if I have a question after taking puppy home?

Accepted Answer

That's great. We welcome any and all questions.

We encourage ongoing communication with all our puppy families and love to receive updates.

We also set up a WhatsApp group for each litter where our puppy families are welcome to share stories, updates, experiences, photos, and ask questions in a safe and private group setting.

Question 11

Q. How do I apply for a Bertana Sheepadoodle?

Accepted Answer

All applications for a Bertana Sheepadoodle are managed through our Rightpaw profile here.(https://rightpaw.com.au/l/bertana-sheepadoodles/4ff9d4d9-9bd9-4a0f-a8d1-96d07ba6d316)

From time to time we open a limited priority waitlist for an upcoming planned litter. As a priority waitlisted applicant you will get first preference for a puppy in the litter.

We will guide you through the process to best match you with a puppy based on your lifestyle, home environment, wants and needs in a puppy, and puppy's temperament.

To be considered for placement on our waitlist, you will need to submit an application through our Rightpaw profile here.(https://rightpaw.com.au/l/bertana-sheepadoodles/4ff9d4d9-9bd9-4a0f-a8d1-96d07ba6d316)