Zippity Doodles

01/09/2026

Exciting News! OFA is recognizing Goldendoodles! Because of all the work that the Goldendoodle Association of North America (GANA) has been doing, GANA registered dogs will no longer be categorized as hybrids, but as Goldendoodles! We are so proud to have been a part of GANA since 2009!

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Exciting news about GANA’s relationship with OFA!
After much effort from the board and other volunteers, the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals have agreed to separate GANA Goldendoodles (only Goldendoodles registered within the Goldendoodle Association of North America) from Hybrids. This is an exciting step for GANA to obtain data on Goldendoodle health. This will help the GANA Board & Membership make proper requirements for testing along with education for the future of Goldendoodles.

The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals has agreed to do a one time large data change, where they will take all registered dogs and change their registration within OFA’s database to reflect Goldendoodle & GANA registration # instead of Hybrid. This will take time and effort and we need the cooperation of our membership to meticulously collect data, but it is a necessary step in order to make informed decisions on the health of the Goldendoodle.

We thank all volunteers and officials (from GANA & OFA) who have worked so hard to make this happen. This has been a long standing goal of the association, years and years, and to be alive in a time to see it come to life is truly an honor for the association, its members, and the breed.

12/23/2025

What's Christmas without a nativity scene?

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12/08/2025

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12/04/2025

You know what benefits your dog & cats lifespan? The highest quality nutrition and healthy supplements. 🐾

Check out the 🔗 below to fill out the quick pet quiz to get a free customized nutrition plan! PLUS there's some great cyber week deals (with free shipping) through Sunday for the products we use and recommend 🎄

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12/01/2025

Who goes to the Golden's in Golden event? Here's an update:

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11/01/2025

Who gets to sleep in an extra hour tomorrow? ... not us! 😂 🐾 do

10/19/2025

What we always thought...

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The Gift of Companionship 🐕‍🦺💞

Researchers found that dogs living with another canine companion often live longer and stay healthier. 💛

Why? Because companionship heals. Just like humans, dogs thrive when they feel connection — when they play, cuddle, and communicate with another of their kind.

A study by the University of Arizona showed that social bonds reduce stress hormones and boost immunity in dogs. It’s love, measured in science.

Two dogs don’t just share a home — they share joy, comfort, and a heartbeat of belonging. 🏡🐾

10/10/2025

Do you talk baby talk to your dog?

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Recent research confirms that dogs genuinely respond positively to the high-pitched, affectionate “baby talk“ often used by their owners.

A study conducted by scientists from Eötvös Loránd University in Hungary utilized MRI scans to observe the brain activity of dogs exposed to various speech patterns.

The findings revealed that dogs‘ brains showed heightened activity when they heard high-pitched, emotionally expressive speech directed at them or at infants, compared to neutral adult-directed speech.

10/09/2025

Do you agree?

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A friend at home might be the secret to a longer, healthier dog life.

A big study from the Dog Aging Project looked at tens of thousands of dogs. It found that dogs with strong social support - often from living with another dog - were linked to better health.

Owners reported fewer diseases and better mobility. The effect of social support was one of the strongest factors they measured.

Some coverage also notes a link to longer lifespan. It’s not a promise, but the pattern is clear. More company, better odds.

Why might this help? Play and companionship reduce stress, keep bodies moving, and make daily life richer.

It’s not one-size-fits-all. Some dogs prefer being the only pet. Personality, age, and space matter. If you do add a second dog, match energy levels, do slow introductions, and keep routines steady.

Healthy relationships help us all - dogs included.

References
Social determinants of health and disease in companion dogs: a cohort study from the Dog Aging Project - Evolution, Medicine, and Public Health
Sociability is key to a healthier dog’s life, study finds - University of Washington Newsroom
Dogs with Another Dog at Home May Stay In ‘Better Health,’ Study Finds - People
For pet dogs, ‘running with the pack’ may be key to healthier living - Arizona State University News

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10/04/2025

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Dr. Jane Goodall described a fond memory of spending her milestone 90th birthday with 90 dogs in one of her final interviews in the months before her death.

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Jane Goodall described a fond memory of spending her birthday with 90 dogs in one of her final interviews in the months before her death. Goodall died of natural causes on Wednesday, Oct. 1. She was 91.

10/03/2025

Ring is launching a new feature that will leverage its vast network of home security cameras to solve a common problem in residential areas: missing dogs.

Ring is launching a new feature that will leverage its vast network of home security cameras to solve a common problem in residential areas: missing dogs. On Wednesday, Ring announced a new free fu…