How do We Match Our Doodles?

Bringing home a doodle should feel like welcoming a new family member. Here at Texas Howdy Doodles, matching each puppy with the right home is something we take seriously from the very beginning. Every litter is raised inside our home where puppies experience real household life. They hear normal sounds, feel gentle handling, and learn that the world is a safe place. This early foundation helps each puppy transition smoothly when they join their forever family.

From four days old, our puppies begin a structured enrichment program based on Puppy Culture. These early exercises support healthy neurological development and help each pup grow into a calm and adaptable companion. We focus on confidence building, gentle exposure, and thoughtful routines that shape their personalities in such positive ways.

As the weeks go on, we introduce potty box training, crate basics, leash introduction, new textures, new rooms, and a wide variety of sensory experiences. We also work on teaching puppies to sit politely when they want attention, which gives them a simple and respectful way to communicate. These small daily sessions build the kind of manners and stability that families appreciate once the puppy is home.

Around six to seven weeks of age, each puppy completes a temperament evaluation. This helps us learn how they naturally respond to new environments, sounds, people, and challenges. Some pups show adventurous traits while others lean toward calm and thoughtful behavior. The evaluation gives us insight into which families each puppy might connect with most naturally.

When a family applies for a puppy, we ask them to complete a detailed questionnaire. This helps us understand their lifestyle, energy level, home environment, experience with dogs, and what they hope for in a future companion. We read each answer carefully and take our time matching those details with the puppies we know so well. This step matters because it creates the best chance for a long lasting and happy relationship on both sides.

Our goal is never to pair a family with the first available puppy. Instead, we look at the full picture. We consider the temperament testing, the daily observations we have made, the puppy’s experiences during training time, and the information from your questionnaire. Putting all of this together gives us a thoughtful and intentional match that sets everyone up for success. If you are ready to begin the journey of welcoming a doodle into your home, we would love to learn more about your family. Our application process is simple, and once we receive your questionnaire, we can guide you through each step. When the right puppy meets the right home, the result is a joyful and confident companion who fits right into your life.