Sproodles Reviews 19

Having initially believed all the things (& posted videos) the Rebecca the breeder says that she is able to do with puppies in the first eight weeks of their lives we happily paid the required deposit and set off on a four drive to view the puppy we thought that we’d be bringing home.
Upon arrival in ‘outback’ Wales , not Owestry England we found the remote house and introduced ourselves to Rebecca, met the puppies and their parents.
We listened to all the ‘psychology & training’ that she claims to use with the puppies & how then she matches the puppy to the new prospective owners. When I questioned which puppy we would be bringing home in two weeks time Rebecca couldn’t tell me and explained that she will monitor all the puppies over the next two weeks. Only then would we be told which puppy was ours. This was the start of the alarm bells beginning to ring. We stated that our preference was for one of the merle puppies, however, it was then that Rebecca informed us we had no input into which puppy we wanted. At this stage we made our polite ‘thank you’ and left extremely despondent.
One of the major reasons in wanting a sproodle puppy and having choice in the colour was part of the healing process my partner has suffered, a major trauma significantly impacting her life over the past few years and receiving coordinated therapy for Complex PTSD. At this point in her therapy it was agreed that the time was right for a puppy to be introduced which would require a two-way match to meet the requirements of puppy & owner. Having owned a chocolate cockerpoo, my partner hadn’t realised until she met Rebecca’s pups how much the presence of a chocolate pup would trigger past trauma. In the best & only way possible my partner shared this with Rebecca stating that we would like any one of the Merle pups.
Throughout our journey home we shared our frustrations at the lack of choice. We also commented on the fact that the puppies were being brought up in a run down outdoor shed, an environment that didn’t appear conducive to the caring input Rebecca claims with respect to the upbringing of the puppies. Rebecca even shared with us that she was going to be away for work for most of the seventh week of the puppies lives
Upon arriving home we sent an email to Rebecca asking that she consider us for one of the merle puppies and that if this was not possible we were happy to wait to until the next litter and leave our deposit with her.
However, Rebecca’s reply was very defensive and narcissistic. It appears that she cannot accept anything that doesn’t fit in her very small box of beliefs and comprehend that sometimes things can be round or irregular in shape. She claimed that we didn’t trust her; felt that there was a breakdown in our relationship and that it was not appropriate for us to have one of her puppies.
We explained that surely an investment in the amount she charges for what is basically a cross breed would allow us an element of choice. But alas no. The only positive in our dealings with Rebecca is that she did refund the deposit we paid.
I am very much a fatalist and whilst very disappointed at our experience with Rebecca, as we had been researching for many months to find a suitable breeder of Sproodles & thought we had found that in Rebecca. Sadly this wasn’t to be. However, just over a week later a detailed search led us to another breeder in the East of England. We spoke to the breeder at length, viewed the puppies a few days later. What we found was in stark contrast to Rebecca, a litter of beautiful puppies born and brought up in a loving caring home to a first time breeder of Sproodles. We are now the owners of two brothers who have been at home with us for four weeks. At 12 weeks old our puppies are progressing very well; are settled in their new home and about to start training with the professional puppy school nearby.
Fate and a lucky escape from a breeder that claims the world, delivers little and charges a fortune.

So sorry that we can’t write a good review here. We had spent two years researching and looking at the best breed for our lifestyle. We had both owned dogs before and felt confident and experienced. We looked at Nortnewydd and liked what we saw on the website. Totally agree with the philosophy. However, all was not what it seemed. Yes we knew the price was a bit over the top… after all a mix breed is what us old timers would have called a mongrel. But we like the mix of spaniel and poodle. We were told a litter had been born and we could have a pup. We travelled from the south of England to Oswestry (which actually happened to be over the border in Wales and not Oswestry at all) The website pictures betray what we actually found. Nortnewydd is on a farm, the pups were kept in a shed, kennels were being built on a grand scale with old kennels as you entered the yard. Mum and dad to the pups were kept away from the pups in the old kennels. We asked if the breeder only bred Sproodle, unsurprisingly we were informed that labradors were now being kept and possibly will be bred.
We fully understand the psychological tests and Volhard is the test we would look for. Rebecca bamboozles prospective buyers with her supposed knowledge and certification, however, Volhard should be carried out independently, not by the breeder or new owner.
We were told that the puppy would be matched to us after matching process by Rebecca, we would have no choice over sex, colour, or our preference after meeting the pups (Not quite as clear on the website where it claims that after the first meeting at around 6 weeks, you will go home and prepare for your CHOSEN puppy) we were told that we would know which puppy we were having a few days before collecting. In our opinion, this is a marketing ploy that is being used by unscrupulous breeders to sell all their pups by persuading prospective owners that they are being responsible, they are being best matched and they are getting the best. To be honest, we would have been given the puppy that would have been the hardest to sell as we would have been groomed to believe we were the best matched. At eight weeks there is actually very little that a breeder can do. Of course, a reputable breeder should be responsible about the mating process, choice of dam and sire etc. The early days are mostly about bonding between pups and mum and then weaning. The real stuff starts when you take your pup home. The dog owner is the person who will ultimately shape their dog.Rebecca didn’t like our questions, she didn’t think we trusted her… perhaps she could tell we saw through this new ‘Super Breeder’ marketing ploy. She was rude, dismissive and belligerent. Charging £2,500 for a pup, really??? We were nearly sucked in.
Come on, please use your intelligence. We went home, thought seriously and looked elsewhere for a match of English Springer Spaniel female mated with Miniature Poodle. We found a great guy, first time breeder with his own pet English Springer Spaniel female (Black and white) mated with a KC registered grey Merle Miniature poodle. A superb litter of nine (raised in the home not in a shed). We took home the two black and white boys, well balanced, sociable and very healthy, we only paid £650 for each pup.
They are very different in character and we work hard every day to manage the different characters and bring out the best potential for the pups. They are now 12 weeks old, confident, sociable, completely house trained, walk well on lead, travel well in the car, love the beach and the country side, they are well behaved at our country club and when visiting or having visitors. They are crate trained, can be left for a couple of hours, they aren’t destructive as they have well balanced days of stimulation and rest and are reassured, They sleep through the night from 10pm to 6am and follow commands; sit, stay etc. Have joined puppy socialisation classes and 6 week training course. They are remarked upon for their gentle and loving natures. The Volhard test was carried out independently and both scored 3 and 4, we work with their individual needs.
Please beware of the breeders who lure you in with pyschobabble, they are preying on middle class intelligent people who want to do their best.
Trust your own judgement, no one can develop a perfect pup in 8 weeks, you will be the person who makes your puppy who he or she is.

As a family we can’t speak highly enough of Rebecca. From the moment we met her Rebecca was highly professional and matched us with a perfect puppy for our daughter’s special needs. Elsie is a calm dog and loves all the love and attention Hattie gives her. We are all totally in love with our little friend. Rebecca was patient and took her time explaining characteristics and always giving advice whenever we are to email a question, the aftercare being 100% so you are never on your own as the questions are answered by return. I would highly recommend the breed and the professionalism of Rebecca as a caring breeder about what she does and all the videos and training that is available to you. You can see this is a passion and not just a business. We are so pleased and Elsie is so intelligent almost being fully potty trained and used to socialising car travel all thanks to Rebecca’s programme with the puppies. Elsie was part of the family from the moment we collected her and she is now 14weeks and feel like she has been with us forever.

Excellent breeder!

We are 1st-time doggo parents, and Rebecca made this process easy and reassuring. From application through to the after-support, we have had excellent guidance and advice.
Clearly, this is a job that Rebecca is passionate about as so much love and knowledge went into the pups' first few days and weeks.
Rebecca/Sproodles as a business is highly professional and responsible as breeders, taking time to select the right human to take on their puppies. They took time to talk through the breed and characteristics and ensured that we were suitably matched to the dog.
We received timely communications & updates alongside contracts, health checks, ownership paperwork and insurance.
Our vet commented on the breed quality and the personality of the dog, and was impressed with the amount of information we had available.
Rebecca is straight talking and realistic - which is refreshing.
I would highly recommend Rebecca.

We picked up a fantastic brown merle Sproodle 10 months ago. The aftercare was great, the dog is great and our family couldn’t be happier

So knowledgeable about sproodles, very caring, we felt in no way rushed and were kept up to date throughout the process. Given tips and training to follow. Any questions are answered promptly. We have such a lovely calm and relaxed puppy (most of the time! )
Thanku to Rebecca

If you are looking for adding a Sproodle to your family look no further as Rebecca is absolutely fantastic! Our entire experience from start to finish has been faultless and we couldn’t have asked for more. From taking your place on the waiting list, which is exceptionally well managed to learning of news that our pup had been born, communication and updated have been fantastic. From receiving regular pupdates to learn of their progression through to the use of personality matching to ensure your new arrival is the perfect match combined with the information packs to help once your pup gets home - Rebecca goes above and beyond to ensure your new arrival has the best start and that experience does not end once you collect your puppy, as she regularly checks in to see how everything is and all is going well.
Rebecca really takes pride in her work and her devotion to her dogs is admirable. She takes such care in her role as a responsible breeder and that is truly reflected in the loving nature of her pups.
I honestly can not recommend her enough!

5 stars with no hesitation!
I'd like to thank Rebecca for providing us with such an intelligent, beautiful, well adjusted Sproodle puppy. The end result from careful, experienced breeding and early socialisation speaks for itself, and we are soooo happy with our puppy.

At the time of writing, the country is just coming out of the initial lockdown from the Covid 19 response - our puppy's litter was conceived just before it all started. When lockdown was announced, Rebecca contacted the waiting list with possible implications of this for puppy rearing, collection and early socialisation and checked that we still wanted to proceed. I am so glad we had a reputable, responsible breeder for our puppy otherwise I am sure we would never have gotten a puppy at all - I've heard such horror stories from 'breeders' out to gain from the Covid situation.

When our puppy was born we had regular pupdates, photos and videos (including pups with mum). Rebecca would give a commentary on what they'd been up to and their next steps. Communication was excellent with the whole buying process detailed in emails, and of course, any queries answered promptly. Another indication of how responsible a breeder Rebecca is, was that the puppies were matched to their new forever home's lifestyle by using the Volhard Test. Due to Covid measures we were unable to visit the pups but we had a live video call where we saw our puppy with the litter, and mum and dad - both gorgeous!

It is clear from her website that Rebecca has a wealth of knowledge and experience of the Sproodle breed - she has even written a book! Buying a puppy from Rebecca also allows access to the owners' hub on her website (lots of informative tutorials) and a discounted rate to her SmartStart PupStarts training course.

I would have no hesitation what-so-ever in recommending Rebecca as a breeder for your Sproodle. Thanks again for everything Rebecca!

I discovered Northnewydd Sproodles on the Puppy Culture Website. It’s clear from the information on Rebecca’s website and Facebook page how much care and hard work goes into breeding healthy and happy puppies. I would highly recommend Rebecca as a responsible breeder whose main concern is the welfare of the puppies and their parents. Rebecca asks questions of potential owners and matches the personality of the puppy with the family he or she is going to, another sign of an excellent breeder.
It was lovely to have regular updates during the first few weeks after the pups were born and Rebecca provides ongoing support. We are working our way through the Smart Start puppy course.
Ava is absolutely beautiful and full of personality. She’s confident and into everything and it was definitely love at first sight. We feel very lucky to have her.

Firstly we would like to say a huge thank you to Rebecca. We have two sproodles from Rebecca. Albus is 3 years old now and we have just got a new little baby girl called Luna. They are both wonderful!

Albus has an amazing temperament, he is such a loving boy, he is amazingly well behaved and was really quick to train. As with all young dogs, there have been challenges along the way and Rebecca has always been available to provide advice and support.

Though we've only had little Luna for a week, I must say she is very chilled so far and has settled really well and is really snuggly. We are extremely pleased with her!! We are all completely in love!

On both occasions, before getting Luna and Albus, Rebecca provided really clear information about the buying process (complicated this time by covid). I must say that her communication is excellent, which makes the whole process completely stress free. She also provided loads of pup-updates, with pictures and videos, which we all loved receiving.

To finish, I would say that I would completely recommend Rebecca's sproodles. We will definately be back again in the future!

Hi, I have a Sproodle from Beckie in Oswestry. She is now seven years old. I have never had a problem with her health or her teeth !!! Every six months she goes to the vet for her health check and her flee and worming tables, and has always had a clean bill of health. She is a beautiful sweetheart with a heart of gold. I can’t recommend Beckie any more than say anyone who wants one of these kind beautiful dogs she is the breeder to get in touch with. My son and his family have three of Buckie’s Sproodle’s and they to have never had a problem with them in eight years.we give Beckie five stars as us as a family with children trust her dogs and would never buy from anyone else. Thank you Beckie for all your hard work breading such beautiful Animals. Buy the way!!!! Gracie Alfie Copper and of course the Diva POPPY🐶🐶🐶🐶send there love ❤️

A fantastic breeder. I bought my pup in 2012 and was impressed from the very start. Worried about puppy farming I bombarded several breeders with a lot of questions in an email. This breeder was the only one to come back and answer all of them. It was great when I went to see the pups and got to interact with mom dad and older sister along with all the pups. I was reassured that if I had any problems I could contact the breeder. I have a brilliant clever dog with no health problems what so ever. I have been following the breeder ever since and I am confident in saying the welfare of her dogs is 100% She is picky in which dogs she will breed from (she won't breed from just any dog) temperament and health is a must in her eyes. Her techniques have come on leaps and bounds at socialising the pups and getting them ready for the new world.

My partner is dog mad, but very allergic. So we needed hypoallergenic puppy. I was never a huge dog person... (until now) so we decided a smaller breed would best to ease me into being a dog Dad. After nearly a year of research we came across Nortnewydd Sproodles and instantly felt at ease after reading almost every single of the positive reviews.

We emailed NS and got ourselves on the waiting list (a good sign in itself) we waited for almost year until our time came, we chose our pup and eagerly awaited pick up date.

The entire process is completely transparent from start to finish. Communication about the pups and their progress is plentiful and you really do feel part of them growing. NS use social media and email to share photographs and videos of various miles stones in the puppies first few weeks.

Alongside this you receive a large amount of reading/research material that helps perspective owners with what to expect/purchase ahead of bringing your puppy home.

A few weeks before hand over we were invited to NS HQ in the midlands where we could meet our pup for the first time in safe calm environment. Each new owner has a dedicated time slot where you get to meet the entire brood, ask any questions and most importantly the breeder gets to meet you. This is where the fact we'd made the right decision was set in stone. NS care about the pups and the kind of home they are going to - they meet you ahead of handing over the puppy to make sure YOU are the right fit for the puppy not the other way around.

As the 8 week timer ticked down we grew more and more in excitement and also in nerves. Any questions we had, no matter how small or seemingly silly were answered promptly and with no judgment. Throughout this time the pups grow in personality and strength and are challenged and subjected to various stimuli to help combat various doggy worries.

One thing that is a MASSIVE help that NS try to desensitize the pups to noises like fireworks and strange noises. Our puppy got through the the entire fireworks season this year without a single flinch... coincidence? I think not.

The day of pick up, again to a schedule, we drove down to the midlands to collect our baby. We were given all the information regarding vaccinations, micro chip and food etc ahead of time but it was all reinforced before we left with any last minute questions being answered too.

The whole process was wonderful, our puppy is amazing and the team at NS are outstanding. I want to thank everyone involved in our puppies first few weeks as it's shaped them into the greatest companion we could ask for. I am truly a dog convert now and couldn't live without our furry friend.

Tom, Rebecca and Dolly Pup! Xxxx

Omg What a brilliant breeder and such a lovely person too. She was so informative on information regarding the breed. How to treat them when you get them home. Also kept you up to date on the progress they where doing whilst they are with her. I really really couldn’t recommend this breeder enough. Don’t go anywhere else if you want a lovely puppy that has been brought up really well and interactive to different situations and will not be scared when they come home with you. Don’t go anywhere else.

When I finally gave in to my daughters plea of "Can we have a dog?" just over 7 years ago, I embarked(pardon the pun!) on an extensive search to find a reputable ethical breeder whose love for dogs shone through. I found Rebecca and Sproodles. We have a 7 year old Sproodle who is just the smartest, cuddliest well bred doggie! Three years ago we picked up our second dog. I would not hesitate to recommend Rebecca and Sproodles. She looks carefully at genetics, never over breeds, and listens to feedback. Her puppy programme is amazing..check her FB videos of Puppy Culture. She clearly loves her dogs. Go get a Sproodle, you won't regret it!

After at least six months of looking for a sproodle breeder ,I found this one , and I couldn’t be happier . My beautiful amazing boy is just perfect. Getting the start in life that this breeder gave him has produced a well rounded dog who has taken every new situation in his stride ( including becoming a big brother to our new baby) . We also traveled over six hours to get our pup and with the breeder knowing this made sure that her little pup was fit and fully hydrated for his long journey home with us in the hot 🥵 summer !!! I highly recommend .. and like I say to everyone ... I didn’t pay for the breed I paid for the breeder . And I’m so glad I did 😊

Our sproodle has just turned one and he is the most gorgeous boy. It’s clear he had the best start , which we continued with lots of training. He has the nicest nature and isn’t phased by anything. I was surprised how chilled he was over the bonfire night period with all the fireworks, only to learn later as part of puppy culture he was played firework noises. We joined the waiting list in April and were offered a pup at the end of the summer, but with a holiday abroad planned I wanted to be around for the first year, so said it wasn’t the right time. We finally brought him home in March. In the early days Rebecca (the breeder) was on hand with lots of advice when I was struggling and he came home with a very informative pack. He loves long walks, as much as he loves cuddling on the sofa. If we were to get another pup in the future, I would only get a sproodle and only from here. Our pup has completed our family, which also includes 2 children (10 & 7 at the time) and a cat!

We bought a puppy from Sproodles 5 years ago and have the best dog in the world! She is the most laid back, friendly, loyal happy dog ever. Even as a tiny puppy people used to say they couldn’t believe how chilled out she was!

Rebecca was amazing; making sure Daisy was well socialised and exposed to every day noises and sights during those early first weeks.

I highly recommend Sproodles and Rebecca. Don’t get your puppy from anywhere else!

I couldn’t have asked for a better puppy, well looked after, trained and most of all loved. Every single puppy from Rebecca is loved and cared for. Maisie is now 19months old and I wouldn’t be without her, she is a fabulous family member and also a huge member of our primary school where the children love her.