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PUPPY LOVE FROM ILLINOIS:
Because I travel to Illinois at least once a month, we offer adoption of White Barn Doodles and Uphoff Pets pups. We all hold the same standard for raising pups, as well as having the same life values.

At WoodHaven Pups MN, we believe that breeding Cavapoos and Cockapoos is not just a business, it's a passion. We are dedicated to breeding dogs that are not only healthy and happy but also reflect the unique personality and character of their breed. Our commitment to our dogs AND our families is unwavering, and we strive to provide the best possible experience for everyone involved.

A WoodHaven pup is:

Our breeding process is carefully designed to ensure the health and well-being of our dogs. We conduct extensive health screenings and genetic testing to ensure that our puppies are free of any hereditary diseases or conditions. We handraise and socialize all of our puppies. We also provide our adult dogs with the best possible care, including proper nutrition and exercise.

If you are interested in a pup from the spring litters, we have opened our waitlist.
Cockapoos should be born the 3rd week of February - available to go home 10wks later. Cavapoos should be born the 3rd of March - available to go home 10wks later.
In the meantime, we have no paws on the ground - you can visit my sister's website (www.UphoffPets.com) for available puppies.
As noted above, I travel to Illinois every 3 weeks and am available to bring your newest family member home with a paid reservation fee.

We will be retiring an F1 male Cavapoo; available late spring/early summer.
He will need room to run! He is very energetic and a lover. Loves to play. Loves to be outside. Working on harness/leash training. (We have a very large fenced-in yard and have not had to work on this prior.) He is neutered and utd on rabies. At this point, he is a marker, so will be working on that as well.
A nominal adoption fee will be applied for the right family.

A mama dog is pregnant for 9 weeks (60-63 days). Once she has her puppies:
From this point, we will contact you via texting with weekly picture updates and a video around week 7-8 weeks. Please be patient for pictures and videos - we have a family too.
Please note, we do not ship our pups. If your family is chosen to adopt one of our pups, you will need to travel to Minnesota to pick up your pup.
NOTE: Due to the changing nature of our world, we do not allow visits from families before adoption day.
Adoption Day is scheduled for when puppies are 10-12 weeks old (never before 8 weeks; it's the law). On Adoption Day, plan for 30-60 minutes to meet with us and learn tips and helps for being a new puppy parent. You will be given a welcome home puppy packet and lots of good information. And, of course, hold your newest family member.
NOTE: We do not allow you to bring your other dog(s) to join you for Adoption Day.
The remaining adoption fee of 1600$ will be due in cash at that time. You will also be asked to sign the Contract (see below), receive all of the additional paperwork, and go over any other questions you may have. And - take your first family photo with your new puppy!
Once you become a part of the WoodHaven Family, WE CONSIDER YOU FAMILY. We are always here to help and provide ongoing support and guidance to ensure a smooth transition for everyone. And, of course, we are always available for questions and pictures!

The total Adoption Fee is 2100$.
After choosing your puppy, a 500$ non-refundable reservation fee will be required within 24 hours.
We accept cash, Venmo or Zelle for a deposit. This deposit is applied toward the total cost of your puppy. After WoodHaven Pups receives your deposit, you will be texted a signed receipt.
On Adoption Day, we
The total Adoption Fee is 2100$.
After choosing your puppy, a 500$ non-refundable reservation fee will be required within 24 hours.
We accept cash, Venmo or Zelle for a deposit. This deposit is applied toward the total cost of your puppy. After WoodHaven Pups receives your deposit, you will be texted a signed receipt.
On Adoption Day, we accept ONLY CASH for the remaining amount due of 1600$.
If you have served with the military or are currently serving, or if you are in law enforcement or a firefighter, please let us know so we can offer you 10% off your adoption fee as a thank you for protecting us and serving our Country and Communities. (Documentation will need to be provided.)
** WoodHaven Pups has the right to not move forward with a family and suggest another breeder at any time during the interviewing and adoption process. **

1. Our Commitment
WoodHaven Pups MN is committed to providing a healthy, well-socialized puppy. All puppies are current on age-appropriate vaccinations and deworming at the time of sale. WoodHaven Pups MN will provide the Buyer with complete medical history and vaccination records at the time of purchase.
2. Health Certification at Sale
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1. Our Commitment
WoodHaven Pups MN is committed to providing a healthy, well-socialized puppy. All puppies are current on age-appropriate vaccinations and deworming at the time of sale. WoodHaven Pups MN will provide the Buyer with complete medical history and vaccination records at the time of purchase.
2. Health Certification at Sale
WoodHaven Pups MN certifies that, to the best of their knowledge, the puppy is in good health and free of obvious illness or defects at the time of sale. The puppy has received all vaccinations and deworming treatments appropriate for its age.
3. Buyer's Responsibilities – Veterinary Examination
The Buyer agrees to have the puppy examined by a licensed veterinarian (of the Buyer's choice) within three (3) business days of taking custody (excluding Sundays and holidays).
4. Health Guarantee – Congenital Defects
WoodHaven Pups MN guarantees the puppy to be free of life-threatening congenital (genetic/hereditary) defects for one (1) year from the puppy's date of birth.
5. Exclusions from Health Guarantee
This guarantee does not cover minor or non-life-threatening conditions, including but not limited to:
6. General Disclaimers
7. Non-Breeding Agreement
The puppy is sold strictly as a pet/companion with no breeding rights. The Buyer agrees not to use the puppy for breeding purposes under any circumstances. Violation of this clause may result in legal action to enforce the terms.
8. Entire Agreement
This document constitutes the entire agreement between the parties. Any changes must be made in writing and signed by both WoodHaven Pups MN and Buyer.
See what our families have to say about their experience with WoodHaven Pups MN. We strive to continue providing exceptional service to all of our families.

We will not be answering emails, text messages or scheduling any adoptions on Sundays. We strongly believe this is our Sabboth Day and thank you for respecting our family beliefs. We will contact you on Monday as soon as we are in the office.

As a professional breeder, WoodHaven Pups makes it our responsibility to provide and ensure the best of the best for our pups. After all, they count on us to take care of them! There are so many different opportunities for us to ensure that they are happy and healthy!
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WoodHaven Pups is listed on www.DoodleDoods.com as one of the top 3 ethical doodle breeders in Minnesota! Woohoo!
WoodHaven Pups is also listed on www.Pupvine.com (albeit the information isn't 100% accurate) as "one of the best from the Gopher State".
We are a partner with the Baxter and Bella Company, which is an online puppy school. We offer a coupon if you are interested in joining their community, which offers a lifetime of learning.
https://www.baxterandbella.com/learn-more
We are also active members of the Minnesota Pet Breeders Association and the Iowa Pet Breeders Association.
And, we certainly do not claim to know everything about dogs, but we are constantly learning and growing as breeders, taking continuing education classes, and willing to share our experiences and research in order to help us all learn as we go.

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We also offer the Snuggle Puppy for 30$; Amazon sells for 40$.
We try to do everything we possibly can to keep our puppies safe. They are very much like newborns and do not have the immunities to fight germs and infections. Parvo is our biggest scare; it can kill a puppy in less than 24 hours; and it can live in clothing and shoes. Parvo can be picked up anywhere and once it comes to a property, it takes years to get rid of.
Each living creature has been created by God to have a distinct personality - male and female. So there is definitely no hard and fast rule. However, we have found - a female dog will LOVE you til her dying day. A male dog will be IN LOVE with you til his dying day.
Three things:
- This a poodle trait.
- Their tear ducts are not big enough yet to hold all their tears.
- They have a lot of hair around their face/eyes. Just like a bothersome eyelash.
- Baxter & Bella
- Dunbar Academy
- Hillary Ratcliff *highly recommend
- The Good Dog Training and Rehabilitation
- 3 Lost Dogs
- Zack George
- Training Canines LLC
A medium-sized wire crate with a divider is ideal. A puppy should only be ale to turn a circle in the size he's sleeping in. Any extra space becomes a potty space. A wire crate covered with a blanket or a plastic crate is a great "hidey hole" for puppy to make their own safe space. We highly recommend crate training!
F1 Cavapoo = 50% cavalier / 50% poodle - First cross between two purebred dogs
F1b Cavapoo = 25% cavalier / 75% poodle - A "b" means backcross; breed a cavapoo back to a poodle
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At WoodHavenPups, we start potty pad training as early as 4weeks. They understand the concept of pottying away from their living space. They don't necessarily understand the how and why, but we are laying the foundation for you to build on.
Speaking of potty training, how long can my puppy "hold it"? The rule of thumb is:
1 month of age = 1 hour of "holding it";
2 months old = 2 hours of holding it;
3 months old = 3 hours of holding it.
At 7 weeks, we start crate training. This means a large crate with the door open in their living area. All of the puppies sleep in a pile in the crate. Again, we are laying the foundation for you. However, once that door is closed, it means separation from family. This will take a few weeks to have your pup be agreeable to crate training. This will be the MOST CHALLENGING job you have ever had!
At this age, a puppy cannot climb multiple stairs, retrieve a ball, know basic commands or even know their name. They are an "infant". They are looking to you for their whole world. This part of puppy life is all about REPETITION.
Almost all puppies are at risk for contracting parasites. We have a healthy deworming/parasite preventive schedule, but the stress of moving to a new home can be a “activator” of parasites.
We also highly recommend staying on the same food for at least one month after your puppy goes home. Adding a probiotic hasbeen found to be very helpful for gut health and being anti-parasitic.
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