Why buy a Moonstruck puppy?

Who says puppies don't come with a manual?? 
Moonstruck puppies do!!

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Raising a puppy can be a daunting task.  Especially if you are an inexperience or first time puppy owner.  Knowing where to start and what advice to listen to can leave you feeling overwhelmed! 

In addition to all the regular and important things all puppy breeders should be providing with their puppies (see our Puppy Pricing page for a list of what your Moonstruck Bernedoodle will come with), our puppies are sent home with extensive training manuals that contain important training theory and step-by-step checklist on how to train all the basic command your puppy needs to know!  This is accompanied by training videos specific to these manuals to help you achieve the well balanced, well trained puppy of your dreams!

This is a program that I have been using for years.  As a professional dog trainer, one of my specialties is in-home puppy boarding and training.  In the past decade I have trained well over 150 puppies (not bred by me - these are puppies of all breeds) in my home and sent them away to their owners.  I have sent all over North America and even to Asia several times.  I have been able to perfect a training system that helps dog owners train their dogs through the help of a detailed training manual and a video for reference.  I have now modified this program for my puppy buyers so they and their puppy have the best possible start imaginable. 

Training Manuals cover:
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Proper Socialization: This manual details how to socialize your puppy, the most critical time to do it in, who to socialize your puppy to, what preventative training methods you should use to ensure your puppy is well adjusted in society and does not become shy or too hyper in public, how to properly socialize with other animals - when it is appropriate to greet dogs and when it is not, and much, much more.  There are checklists for you to complete and detailed theory on the psychological development of your puppy and your responsibilities in the first months and years when it comes to socialization.
 House Breaking: Everything you ever wanted to know about house training your puppy is in this 20+ page manual.  From crate training to teaching your puppy to ring the bells (step by step checklist of how to train this) to indicate he has to go potty outside, this manual outlines what your expectations should be as your puppy develops and the timeline he should be following on his way to being fully house broken.  There is a video included with your House Breaking manual that overviews the entire training process!
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​Puppy 101:  This manual is everything you need to know about your puppy and how to effectively and efficiently handle all the behaviours that come along with a puppy - from puppy biting, to stealing underwear, to jumping up, to not coming when called, Puppy 101 covers all the do's and the don'ts when raising your puppy so you don't develop bad behaviours that you have to fix later on.
   Puppy Obedience Training & Instructional Video: You can teach your puppy all the basics in obedience by the time he is 16 weeks old.  It's amazing what a puppy can learn from you in these first weeks!  Obedience training your puppy builds a stronger bond between you and your puppy and gives you the ability to direct him and keep him focused when he is excited or nervous.  Don't wait for puppy classes to train your puppy.  Training starts immediately!  Your Puppy Obedience manual will teach you the important training theories involved in educating your puppy as well as a step by step break down of how to train your puppy in each obedience exercise.  Your Puppy Obedience manual comes with a training video that will help guide you through the training process!

Health & Wellness:  There is so much information out there when it comes to diet, spay/neuter, vaccination, exercise etc.  A lot of this information is confusing and conflicting.  Even veterinarians can not agree on any of these subjects, so you become reliant on what you read or what someone tells you.  In this Health & Wellness manual you will get a break down of everything that we recommend for the health of your puppy, but we back this up with scientific studies and research so you understand why it is we recommend what we do and why it sometimes, or often, deviates from the mainstream. ​
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I am far more than just a dog breeder, I am a very experienced professional dog trainer - teaching obedience classes and specialized private training programs since 2002. As well, I am the co-owner/operator of a commercial doggy daycare that sees an average of 25 dogs per day of all breeds and ages.  I am involved in dog rescue and foster dogs who are on the "difficult list".  I basically get the ones no one can handle, ha ha.  My passion is competitive dog obedience both CKC Rally-O and Traditional Obedience but my very favorite canine activity is the German sport of Schutzhund (tracking, obedience, protection).  With my extensive background in the dog world, both in hobby and in profession, I can offer a level of knowledge and support to puppy buyers that is unparalleled by most others in the industry.

If you would like to know more about me and my experience please visit the About the Breeder page.
Our puppies go through EPE - Early Puppy Education.  We expose our puppies to different sights, sounds, textures and experiences.  For example, when puppies are 2 weeks old, we will place them on a metal baking tray for a moment.  We expose them to mild stress and then give them comfort again which helps their brains learn to cope with stress; an invaluable tool for an adult dog.  We have stimulating play areas where puppies learn to go over and under and through obstacles so they develop into inquisitive and brave individuals.  This also helps us evaluate their temperaments as they age and match our puppies to their families based on their inherent characteristics.  Think all breeders do this?  Think again.  Most breeders keep their puppies in a relatively static environment (a pen with a few toys) - and while they are handled lots and are very social, they are missing out on the opportunity to be challenged and learn from those challenges.  My EPE programs gives puppies a giant leap forward in confidence, problem solving and cognitive function.  The training material that 8 comes with a Moonstruck puppy helps you continue this trend when you take your puppy home.  Remember, the first 16 weeks of a puppy's life are the most critical in brain and personality development.  Once this time has ended you can never get it back!  We make the most of the first 8 weeks, you need to make the most of the next 8 weeks!!  It's so much fun. You will love training your Moonstruck Bernedoodle!