I'm Gayle H., the breeder behind North Country Australian Labradoodles located in Elk, WA. We currently raise our Australian Labradoodles here in beautiful eastern Washington State on our 20-acre property.
Q. & A. with Gayle
Why did you start breeding?
While searching for the best breed and puppy for our family, we decided on the Australian Labradoodle because of some of their amazing qualities we discovered: they make the best family pets, don't shed, are easy to train, allergy friendly, intelligent, athletic, funny and endearing. They are also simply beautiful and and easy to care for.
What makes your program special?
We follow the strict breeding and registration guidelines of the ALAA. The standards set for unsurpassed quality and responsible breeding by the association are paramount to the success and safekeeping of this outstanding breed. North Country Australian Labradoodles’ bloodlines originate from the founders of the Australian Labradoodle: the facilities of Tegan Park and Rutland Manor in Australia.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include medium and standard sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Getting a puppy from Gayle
Gayle has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $500 refundable deposit and $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price of our companion pet puppies is $2,500 plus shipping. We require a non-refundable $500 deposit to reserve a puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Gayle may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Gayle offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Gayle directly.
North Country Australian Labradoodles meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Kai, mom
Australian Labradoodle
About Kai
Kai is a female Australian Labradoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gayle decided to make her part of their program. Gayle has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Rusty, dad
Australian Labradoodle
About Rusty
Rusty is a male Australian Labradoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Gayle decided to make him part of their program. Gayle has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Hank, dad
Australian Labradoodle
About Hank
Hank is a male Australian Labradoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Gayle decided to make him part of their program. Gayle has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Stella, mom
Australian Labradoodle
About Stella
Stella is a female Australian Labradoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gayle decided to make her part of their program. Gayle has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
North Country Australian Labradoodles reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Australian Labradoodles.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).