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The holidays bring joy, celebration, and plenty of tempting treats—but not all holiday favorites are safe for our furry family members. At Island Grove Pet Kennels, we want to help you keep your pets happy and healthy throughout the holiday season by sharing some important safety tips. Holiday Foods That Can Harm Your Pet Chocolate

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Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a cross-country adventure, bringing your beloved doodle along can make any trip more enjoyable. These intelligent, adaptable companions are often excellent travel buddies, but proper preparation is key to ensuring both you and your furry friend have a safe and stress-free journey. Pre-Trip Preparation Before hitting the road,

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As winter approaches, doodle owners need to prepare their beloved pets for cold weather challenges. While these crossbreeds have thick, curly coats that provide some insulation, they still require special winter care to stay healthy and comfortable. Essential Grooming Preparation Schedule professional grooming before winter, but avoid cutting the coat too short. Focus on: Trimming

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Choosing the perfect furry family member is one of life’s most exciting decisions, and at Island Grove Pet Kennels, we’re here to help you make the best choice for your household. Two of our most beloved breeds, Bernedoodles and Goldendoodles, consistently capture hearts with their intelligence, loving nature, and gorgeous coats. But which one is

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Bringing home a new doodle puppy is exciting, but these intelligent and curious companions need a safe environment to thrive. Doodles combine problem-solving abilities with natural curiosity, making them particularly determined explorers who investigate everything with their mouths. Understanding Your Doodle’s Nature Doodles are highly food-motivated and love to use their soft mouths to carry

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Summer heat can be dangerous for our furry friends. Dogs don’t sweat like humans do—they primarily cool themselves through panting and limited sweating through their paw pads. This makes them particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses that can quickly become life-threatening. Recognizing the Warning Signs Heat Exhaustion Signs: Heavy, excessive panting Drooling more than usual Lethargy

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Long-haired breeds like Bernedoodles, Goldendoodles, Bernese Mountain dogs, and Golden Retrievers require extra vigilance when it comes to flea and tick prevention. Their dense, often curly coats create perfect hiding spots for parasites and make detection more challenging than with short-haired breeds. Why Long-Haired Breeds Need Special Attention Dense coats create warm, humid environments that

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If you’re searching for a loving, intelligent, and family-friendly dog in a manageable size, look no further than the Mini Bernedoodle! A cross between a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Miniature Poodle, Mini Bernedoodles offer the best of both worlds – the affectionate nature of the Bernese with the intelligence and low-shedding coat of the

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If you’re looking for a small, loving, and intelligent companion, the Micro Bernedoodle might be the perfect pup for you! A cross between a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Miniature or Toy Poodle, Micro Bernedoodles offer all the wonderful traits of their larger counterparts in a compact, manageable size. From their affectionate nature to their

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When searching for the perfect family dog, many people look for a breed that is affectionate, intelligent, and great with children. Meet the Standard Bernedoodle – a lovable mix of the Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle. With their sweet temperament, low-shedding coats, and natural affinity for companionship, Standard Bernedoodles check all the boxes for a

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