Frequently asked questions

Who is Lonestar Doodles?

Lonestar Doodles is a family-owned doodle breeder in Weatherford, Texas, about 30 minutes west of Fort Worth. We have raised doodles here since 2010. We breed five kinds — Goldendoodles, English Cream Goldendoodles, Sheepadoodles, Irishdoodles and Bernedoodles — in sizes from Micro Mini at 15–25 lbs up to Standard at 50–65+ lbs. Every puppy is socialized around children and everyday household noise, and goes home with age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, a microchip and a written health guarantee. We have over 100 reviews on Google with a 4.8 rating with many families adopting multiple doodles over the years from us. We have been listed among the top doodle breeders in Texas by We Love Doodles, Five Barks, and PupVine.

What breeds of doodles do you raise?

We raise five wonderful doodle breeds — Goldendoodles, English Cream Goldendoodles, Sheepadoodles, Irishdoodles and Bernedoodles. Each has its own look and personality, giving families lots of options when finding the doodle that feels like the right fit.

Goldendoodles (Golden Retriever × Poodle) are friendly, eager to please and adaptable. They’re known for being quick learners and wonderful family companions. We raise Goldendoodles in a range of sizes, from Micro Mini to Standard.

English Cream Goldendoodles come from English Golden Retriever lines and are known for their beautiful lighter coloring and often stockier build. In our experience, they tend to have especially sweet, calm temperaments, making them a favorite for families looking for a more easygoing doodle.

Sheepadoodles (Old English Sheepdog × Poodle) are smart, affectionate dogs that love being close to their people. Their Old English Sheepdog heritage often gives them their distinctive black-and-white coloring and playful, people-focused personalities.

Irishdoodles (Irish Setter × Poodle) are social, affectionate and people-oriented. We find their temperaments to be similar in many ways to our Goldendoodles. They’re also known for their gorgeous coloring, which often ranges from warm apricot to deep red.

Bernedoodles (Bernese Mountain Dog × Poodle) are affectionate, loyal and known for forming close bonds with their families. Their Bernese heritage can also give them beautiful, distinctive markings, including the classic black, white and rust tri-color.

Where are you located, and what areas do you serve?

We are in Weatherford, Texas, about 30 minutes west of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Families come to us from all over Dallas-Fort Worth and across Texas to meet their puppy in person, and puppies travel to families nationwide through an independent pet transport service.

Do you ship or deliver puppies?

Yes. Most families pick up their puppy in person in Weatherford, Texas. Puppies can also be delivered to you through an independent pet transport service. If you would prefer that, let us know and we will refer you to a reputable third-party transport service. 

What is the difference between an F1 and an F1B Doodle?

An F1 is a first-generation cross: a purebred Poodle bred with another purebred breed, so the puppies are 50% Poodle. An F1B is an F1 doodle bred back to a purebred Poodle, making the puppies 75% Poodle and 25% the other breed. The same coding applies to all five breeds we raise — Goldendoodles, English Cream Goldendoodles, Sheepadoodles, Irishdoodles and Bernedoodles.

F1 puppies are usually the most consistent in appearance, and most have a wavy or shaggy coat as adults. Some F1 puppies turn out curly, and you can usually see that by seven weeks — before your puppy comes home.

F1B puppies have a higher chance of a curly coat and typically shed less, which is why allergy-sensitive families most often ask for them. Coats still vary within an F1B litter: some puppies are straighter, closer to an F1, and some are very curly. No dog is truly 100% hypoallergenic, and we cannot guarantee that any puppy will not lose hair.

 See our coat types and the full F1 vs F1B comparison.

What sizes do your doodles come in?

Micro Mini is roughly 15-25 pounds, Mini is 30-40 pounds, Medium is 40-50 pounds, and Standard is 50-65+ pounds. Sizes are estimates based on the combined average weight of the parents and cannot be guaranteed.

Are doodles hypoallergenic? Do they shed?

No dog is truly 100% hypoallergenic, but doodles are a favorite of allergy-sensitive families because their Poodle-influenced coats tend to shed very little. Curlier coats, like many F1B puppies have, usually shed the least.

Are doodles good family dogs?

Yes, and it is the reason we breed them. Doodles are intelligent, affectionate dogs that typically do wonderfully with children and other pets. Early training and exposure to your family's routine and activities helps them grow up to fit in well as part of your family.

What colors do your doodles come in?

Colors run by breed.

Goldendoodles come in white, cream, light apricot, apricot and red. English Cream Goldendoodles are the palest of the Goldendoodle lines: cream, champagne, and light apricot.

Irishdoodles hold the red end of the range — red, mahogany and dark apricot.

Sheepadoodles and Bernedoodles are where the patterns show up. Sheepadoodles usually wear the classic black-and-white tuxedo, with markings from bold panda patches to speckled parti, and we occasionally get a tri-color puppy with warm brown points. Bernedoodles come in tri-color, black and white, and parti, carrying the Bernese Mountain Dog's signature markings.

The pattern names, in plain English. Tuxedo means a solid coat with white across the chest, chin and paws. Parti means a coat that is at least half white with patches of a second color. Tri-color is the Bernese pattern: black, white and rust markings together.

Two things worth knowing before you set your heart on a color. A Poodle coat often lightens as a puppy grows, and there is no reliable way to predict. Available colors vary litter to litter. Tell us on your application if you have a color in mind and we will keep it in view when we match you; current puppies are pictured on our Available Doodles page.

How much does a doodle puppy cost from Lonestar Doodles?

Pricing depends on breed, generation and size. The exact price of every current puppy is listed on our Available Doodles page.

Goldendoodles and English Cream Goldendoodles
Medium and Standard, F1 and F1B — $2,300
Mini, F1 and F1B — $2,500
Micro Mini, F1B — $2,700

Irishdoodles and Sheepadoodles
Mini, Medium and Standard, F1 and F1B — $2,700

Bernedoodles
Bi-color and solid color — $2,700
Tri-color and chocolate — $3,000

A $300 deposit holds your puppy and is applied toward the total price.

How do I reserve a puppy?

Start with our short application, which carries no commitment. We will reach out to answer your questions, and when you are ready, a $300 deposit holds your place on the waitlist for your breed.

Is the application a commitment to buy?

No. The application simply tells us about your family and what you are looking for so we can help. Nothing is reserved until you choose to place a deposit. If you would like to see the whole process first, our How Adoption Works page walks you through every step, from picking a puppy that is available now to getting on the waitlist.

How does the waitlist work?

Your $300 deposit holds your place on the waitlist for the breed you choose, and it comes off the total price rather than being an extra fee. Places are ordered by the date the deposit is received, and that order sets your pick of the litter — the first family to deposit picks first, the second chooses from the remaining puppies, and so on.

When a litter arrives that matches the preferences on your application, we send photos of the puppies and the adoption date. If the timing is not right, you can pass and wait for a future litter. Waiting does not guarantee a higher pick order, though, since other families may be waiting as well.

The deposit is non-refundable and good for a full year, and the remaining balance is due when you pick up your puppy. Our How Adoption Works page walks through the whole process in detail.

Can we visit our puppy before pickup day?

Not in person, and it is entirely about the puppies' health. Young puppies also have immune systems that are not fully developed, which leaves them open to illnesses such as Parvo (opens in a new tab), and germs travel easily on clothing and shoes.

Instead, expect photos and updates when they open their eyes at around two to three weeks, again between five and six weeks, and the week before they are ready to come home. Call us any time with questions, and you can follow day-to-day life with our Doodles on Instagram (opens in a new tab) and Facebook (opens in a new tab).

What do puppies go home with?

Every Lonestar Doodles puppy is microchipped, dewormed and current on age-appropriate vaccinations, and goes home with 30 days of Trupanion pet insurance, a lovey carrying the scent of mom and littermates.

When can my puppy come home?

Puppies are ready to go home at around 8 weeks old, after their final health checks. The exact ready date is listed with each puppy on our Available Doodles page.

When can I take my puppy to public places?

Puppies do not go home until after they are 8 weeks old.

We ask that you not take your new puppy to places where there may have been other dogs with diseases or viruses until they have completed their puppy vaccines and your vet says it is safe.

This includes apartment grounds, pet stores, parks, rest areas, sidewalks, hotels, and dog-friendly restaurants.

Parvovirus can live in the ground for several years, up to a month indoors, and is a deadly virus to young puppies.

If you live in an apartment, we recommend having a sod patch or puppy grass patch on your patio to avoid exposing your pup to this highly contagious and deadly virus. Learn more about how to protect your puppy from parvovirus (opens in a new tab).

How does pick-up day work?

If you are picking up, we schedule a time with you in Weatherford, Texas: you meet your puppy in person, we answer your last questions, and you head home together.

How can I contact Lonestar Doodles?

Call us at (817) 714-5977, use the contact page, or fill out our application, which is the fastest way to get a personal reply. A real person reads and answers every message.