Meet the Staff Meet Our Staff! A little About Our Owner Mindi… Mindi grew up always loving animals. Her first word was for a litter of stray kittens at age one and she grew up bringing every critter home. She grew up in rural Zionsville and was a 10 year 4-H member and showed horses through college at Taylor University. When she met Kyle, while living in Tyler, Texas, they knew they were meant to be together over their shared faith in Jesus, and they both brought rescue dogs to the marriage! Her love of Australian Labradoodles was started when her beloved grandmother called her to turn o ..read more

Activity Winter Puppy Activities Winter weather is here! We understand that these colder times can make it more difficult to allow your puppy to get their playtime in. We have some great winter tips for you and your pup that will encourage them to learn and play! If you and your pup are getting stir crazy visiting pet-friendly stores or puppy playdates are great options! These exciting adventures introduce your puppy to new sights, smells, and people. It’s also a great opportunity to practice leash skills and manners in public spaces. If you would rather stay home but still have socializ ..read more

Health & Safety Thanksgiving Food Safety For Dogs Can you believe that it is that time of the year again? While Thanksgiving brings lots of joy, reunion, and delicious food, it can also bring significant opportunities for your doggies to indulge in Thanksgiving food as well. It’s important to keep an eye on your dog during Thanksgiving because the food and festivities can present several potential dangers for them. We understand that the holiday can get busy, and it’s easy to forget that your dog might be sneaking something off the table or counter. Thankfully, there are dog-safe fo ..read more

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Health Testing CERF/CAER: Health Testing Did you know we test our breeding dogs’ eyesight? OFA Eye Certification examinations are screening exams performed by board certified veterinary ophthalmologists our dogs are tested at the VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Hospital in Fishers, IN by Dr. Budelsky. Paperwork is completed that shares all pertinent information on the dog and this eye test certification will follow our breeding stock through out their breeding time with us. The dog’s pupils are dilated over a period of time and then our veterinarian performs indirect o ..read more

Dog Safety Registering Your Pet's Microchip Have you taken steps to ensure your pet can be safely return to you in case of emergency? One of the very first things that I tell families to do when they bring home their new puppy is to register their microchip. Often times this step gets lost in the excitement of bringing home a new puppy. It is important to add your information to their microchip number in case of emergency. If your pet ever gets lost this is the fastest and easiest way to ensure they get back to you safely.  Visit MicrochipIDSystems.com/Register to register your dog’s ..read more

Food & Treats Locally Owned and Crafted Dog Treats: Kora's Kitchen Here’s what we love about Kora’s Kitchen: 100% natural ingredients, handcrafted, locally owned and operated right here in Indianapolis. Finding the right treats for our furry friends can be tricky- especially for those with a sensitive stomach. I always look for treats with limited ingredients and an ingredient list that I recognize. No more fake proteins or sugars- real ingredients made from whole foods. Kora’s Kitchen makes a variety of flavored dog treats from natural ingredients with a great crunchy texture that ..read more

Puppy Care Puppy Proofing Your Home Bringing home a new puppy is a very exciting experience, but it can also be overwhelming! Here at Colonial Village Labradoodles, we encourage preparing for your new puppy ahead of time as much as possible, including puppy proofing your home! Puppies are naturally curious and can find trouble easily, so taking precautions to remove potential hazards from their environment is essential! Here are some tips on how to prepare your home for you new Australian Labradoodle puppy: Declutter the home: Puppies are prone to chewing on anything they can find ..read more

Puppy Training Confined Spaces New puppy parents frequently do not want to put their puppy into a crate or confined area.  Think of your new puppy as a baby. A baby needs to be in a playpen, bouncy chair, or crib if not being held. A puppy needs to be in a pen, a crate, or a baby gated room that has been puppy proofed. I also tether puppies on a leash next to me. I might put the hook of the leash around my ankle or a chair leg, etc. If a puppy is near me, I can praise them for good behavior and correct negative behavior. I put 3-4 toys around me to entertain the puppy. Puppy does no ..read more

Puppy Training When to Stop Crate Training We are big believers of using your crate for your puppy through out its entire life. It is a place of safety and comfort to your puppy very similar to a “den” or “cave” that dog’s would live in if still in the wild. As I can trust my puppy to have more freedom, I might limit their crate time and give them more freedom. Think of it similar to moving a baby from a crib to a big boy bed! I still recommend putting puppy into the crate periodically so they can remember that it is a safe place. You never know when you might need to put your dog in a c ..read more