REFERENCE LETTERS FROM RECENT BUYERS

If a Breeder can not show you pictures of how the pups live or produce Pictures of the Home enviornment & or talk to people that have bought pups from them & seen the Dams and Sires. Do Not Buy from them. 

Each & every references on our pages will be glad to write you about their experience with buying a Puppy from Baylake Labradoodles

Some things you may not know about me and my dogs and our accomplishments:

1. AKC registered member

2. CKC registered member

3. Canine Good Citizen Dogs & Awards working inTheraphy for Handicap people of all ages

4. Canine Doodles working in hospitals with the elderly all over the US

5. Canine Doodles being trained for A CEREBRAL PALSY CHILD and Also  PARPALEGIC YOUNG  MAN 2006-2007

6. Developed a Rescue Organization for Labradadoodles 2004

7. State USDA Inspected

You can see some of our Dogs in Photos with their Badges and Pictures in Nursing Homes

Letters Below:

5/2/08

We got our 2nd Doodle from Marcia  and we just love her as much as we do our 1st one 6 yrs ago. Thank you so much Marcia for raising the best dog there is ! Healthy and full of love and affection. You do an amazing job, we would not consider any one but Marcia since we know her committment and love that she purs into these doggies. Being a Vet I know quality when I see it

Dr. Lynda Steinbeck, DVM  Baltimore, MD

Marcia we want to tell you that your love and dedication to these puppies can not be matched, for someone that has as many dogs as you do, they all love you and respect you and listen to you. We were amazed and areso so happy with Gidget our new Golden Doodle. She is smart, loving, doggie door trained by you of courseand the  best we could have asked  for. We would not take a million for her. Thank you for loving these pupsand giving them the best start in life.  I know we would never consider going to anyone but you and recommending you and your Doodles. Here is recent picture of her with me at Cabin

Jana & Mike Selleck

North Carolina

3/08

 Marcia

I have attached pictures of Riley and Tiger's dog Yogi for you as you can see they are  wonderful together and well loved. We want to thank you for everything you did to raise Fine labradoodles. The whole neighborhood loves these dogs. We do too !

4/2/08

Marcia,

My wife and I have not updated you on Otis the Shnoodle (we picked him up in February of 07) who keeps me in line on the farm every day.  Attached is a picture of Otis a healthy, happy 37 lb farm/house Shnoodle.  He has been such a joy and is so full of personality we had to share his wonderful progress.  I am sure you get notes like this all the time but you do a good thing and we have benefited in such a wonderful way from all of the hard work you have put into your breeding programs.  Thank you.

Brody, Lydia, and Otis Swedberg

 


3/15/08

Dear Angie, thank you so much for replying to my mail. I am sorry to hear Marcia was in hospital. I am sad to hear she was unwell. I truly hope that whatever the problem was it has been resolved and I will definately keep her in my prayers. Maybe she can email me when she feels better just to know she is well. Tia is great. These animals have Marcia's trademark on them and they stand out a mile from any dog I have ever seen. All my neighbours come by to say Hi to the new puppy and as I compare their dogs to Tia she is in a different class all of her own. She has a sweetness and a peace about her and I can never forget Marcia whenever I look at Tia. It is almost as if Marcia has left a little piece of herself in each and every one of her puppies. Again may God bless you both and keep you in good health always.
 
Soula Simaan.

January 12th, 2008

We wanted to tell you that we are so happy we found you as a breeder, all of your references check out so swell and everyone said that you were the best in Florida and all over. Now we know because Layla is the best pup we could have ever asked for, she is smart, sweet and very kind. At 5 months old she is fully trained to sit, come, stay and you name it, thank you a hundred times over marcia for breeding great Doodles, we will want another this summer to keep  Layla Company, perhaps a male puppy . We wil lsend photos in next email when Jay gets his camera back. 

Janice & Jay Comer

Vero Beach, Fl

12/31/07

Hi Marcia,
 
My cup runneth over...I think that about sums it up.  We have the best puppy in the whole world!  He can sit, fetch, and now we're working on manners (shaking hands).  Oh yes, we are working on "stop" which means he is to stop what he is doing and sit.  He sits with Jaden during his therapy sessions which makes my heart melt to see them together.  That is 3 hours a day, both of them have to be still.  I'm proud of both my boys. 
 
Our families could not believe how awesome he is.  He has met many people so I feel great about socialization.  I need to get him with puppies though. 
 
Jaden has a communicator with 3 buttons to push, each about the same diameter as a coke can.  One says, "Mom, Valentino is biting me."; the other, "Good boy."; and then, "Mom, Let's play."  Valentino hits "Mom, let's play" too often for coincidence. 
 
You absolutely picked the right dog for my son.  Thank you for all your efforts.
 
Big hugs and Happy New Year,
Tina, Houson Texas

12/18/07

Guess what!!!!  Since we have had snow on the ground, she is totally housebroken.  It is really strange.  She just all of the sudden started going out there all of the time. 

She does look like her mom with more lab facial features.  She is 10-1/2 pounds now and the vet thinks she will maybe get a little taller and be right around 15 pounds.  He says you sold me a very nice dog and delivered what you promised.  I told him that I knew that already!!!!

See ya,

Julie

12/10/07

Marcia thank you so much for taking us in your home and showing us your wonderful dogs ! We loved each and everyone of them and can not wait to be part of your Doodle Clan there. We look forward to coming at 4 weeks and picking out our new precious pup, thanks for your expert advise and warm feeling we got meeting you. Cheers

Helen & David Clarke

Ft Lauderdale, Fl

11/6/07

Ana wrote in today about MANGO the Mini Doodle she bought from us:

Subject: Mango's First Obedience Lesson
He is the most darling dog  and smart little fella I have ever had thank you so much Marcia for a great puppy we love him
 

11/1/07

Kay writes:

We now have three Bay Lake Labradoodles and we love them, Marcia is wonderful breeder and we have been to her home many times, you will be impressed with her
dedication to her dogs.

10/18/07

I found Baylake Doodles last Spring on the inter-net and after e-mailing Marcia regarding my interest in Schnoodles was invited to meet her and the whole Baylake Doodles pack.  I only inteded to meet Marcia, see the grounds, get to know her dogs and maybe put down a deposit for a future litter.  Well, as you can guess I came home with BooBoo Bear: aka Boous (her 10mos pictures are attached).  Boo is the best pet ever.  She is beautiful, friendly, playful, cuddly and smart all at the same time.  I refer to her as a robot dog because she always seems to do exactly what I think a fun little dog should.  She looks like a frou frou dog but she loves to play fetch, chew soup bones and wrestle with the kids.   Boo is also extremely popular in the neighborhood.  Some neighbors will stop their cars and get out just to give her a pat.  She has even transformed some non-dog peopl e into Boo lovers who now regularly receive doggie kisses (even on their faces) and have allowed her to run free in their homes (she is 100% non shedding).8/23/07

 
Boo has been happy, healthy and adaptable since we got her.  She is crate trained at night and stays in a pen when we leave her during the day.  Boo loves shopping outings in her bag and has traveled with us to NY under the seat in front of me without any sedation.  She just loves to be around people.  We feed her Origen Puppy which is what Marcia suggested and she eats it right up.
 
It is difficult to express how much joy Boo has brought to our family.  My husband, 2 kids, 8 and 5 years old, and the rest of our extended family cannot get enough of her and friends keep offering to watch her if we need to go out of town.  I hope that you and your family find a puppy that can bring you as much happiness and more.  I also strongly believe that Boo is the way she is because of Baylake Doodles.  The dogs that I met from Marcia's breeding program are amazing.  Each of their personalities and physical traits were so distinct and the grounds and home that Marcia keeps for them goes above and beyond what I ever expected possible.  I still check the website regularly so I hope to see a picture of you with a new pup!!!
 
Sincerely,
Sandy Sheiber
9/21/07
A wonderful Vet in Miami told a customer to check out Bay Lake Doodles, he had 5 clients and loved my dogs !  they were healthy, smart and great dogs. What a great reference that is.
Marcia

 

 

 

Batya Marks from California writes a letter to a new Puppy buyer:

Hi Julie,

You can rest assure that Marcia is the best Labradoodle breeder you can find in the US.

We live in California and my family met Marcia almost 3 years ago.  We searched the web for breeders and were so taken by the warm and caring way she raised her puppies that we flew all the way from California to meet her.   We paid a down payment for our puppy, but when the puppy was born, we have decided it was too early for us to get a dog.   Two years later, when we were ready, I came to pick up our dog.   Marcia kept our file with a note about the down payment and honored the price we agreed upon, two years before, although the price has gone up.   Our puppy, Joy, is 6 months now and when we walk her, everyone stops us to ask where we got such a beautiful-happy dog.

It was sure worth waiting 2 years to get Joy and it was sure worth getting her in Florida.

You are welcome to email me if you have more questions. Regards, Batya Marks

8/17/07

Hi God-Mommy Marsha!

8/12/07

Hello, Marsha!
 
Just thought I'd drop a note to say hello and let you know how wonderful LuLu is doing. 
 
LuLu has completed a service dog training with St. Luke's Church and is now a Canine Crusader who visits retirement/nursing homes and hospitals.  The residents REALLY love her.  I've attached a few pictures for you to enjoy.  Hope all is well!
 
Stefanie


7/30/07

Hello! Just wanted to share a few picture's with you of our children with Lucy! We love her and she has been having so much fun with us.We just took her on a vacation to Ohio where she got to play with other dogs.She is getting bigger and  she is soooo smart!!!We are teaching her lots of tricks!We will probably never have anything but doodles from now on!!!!

The Baldrons

7/19/07

Hello my name is Jesse and I purchased my Doodle from Marcia, I was honest with Marcia and told her I wanted a well socialized puppy that came from a clean environment and was not born outside

she assured me all her pups were raised under foot in her home and puppies do not go outside to play until they have had some shots and then they are supervised by her. Well... I visited two other

breeders in FLorida on my visit there, as I told her I was going too, and there is no one I would recommend more than Marcia at Bay Lake Labradoodles, she loves her pups and adults and her home is clean , pups are in her house all clean and taken care of. I had to turn away from two other places, the flys, the nats and the un sanitary conditions and I was not impressed it turned me off, but if you want a great well socialized puppy she is the Breeder for you.

thank you

Jesse Caldwell

7/18/07

Hi – I am Diane, my husband & I live in Apopka.  We adopted Rae, a black labradoodle, from Marcia in 2005.  Rae is now 2 years.  She is loveable, wonderful and smart, too!

Marcia is great to work with.  She loves her pups – no “bones” about it! She wants to make sure they go to families who will love them. After you take your pup home, Marcia is always there to help, answer questions, etc. I am glad that we found Marcia and adopted Rae.  She has brought much love & happiness to our lives.

Diane

Here is a Neat email from Jonni that got one of Parti Doodles last year:

7/14/07

Hi Marsha!

I wanted to drop you a quick line.  Shaman won first place in the Petco Stars Contest at our local Petco Store in Plantation.  How funny he was!  He was such a ham!

He did his little tricks for the judges and they clapped and had lots of oo’s and aah’s for his 1 minute of fame!  His tricks are still very simple and juvenile, being his puppy mentality.  What took the first place award, though, was his beauty.  He rated beauty almost a perfect 10.  (Of course I had him groomed yesterday! And he looks like a little oreo love muffin)  

I will try to scan the little picture they gave us and send it on. From here he qualifies to enter Petco’s national contest, but we are not going to do that.  They put the dog in commercials and take all rights to his name and image.  We do not want to do that.  It would not allow us to bring Shaman to get advertising work for pay in the future.  But we had a good day and we had fun!

 His birthday is this week so now that he is a year, we can test for therapy and CGC Certification.  This is so much fun!  I will let you know how we do. He is next to me completely sacked out right now….It’s tough being a star!

 Have a super weekend!

Gotta skoot!

Jonni

7/12/07

Hi We just love our labradoodle!  We were in Orlando on vacation so we stopped to meet Marcia and see the dogs.  We were glad to see that Marcia takes very good care of the puppies and that they are born into a home and socialized with humans.  It is quite clear that she loves her dogs.  Scout is our first labradoodle.  He is a F2 and so far is showing no signs of shedding or allergy problems.  I believe that Marcia really knows what she is doing and she has very healthy dogs.  I like that she recommended the book The Monks of New Skete for help with training and understanding dogs.  I highly recommend reading it.  One last comment: when we went to the vet here in Memphis for Scout’s first checkup our vet mentioned knowing the vet in Orlando that Marcia uses.  Our vet had lived in Orlando a while ago and said that Marcia’s vet has an excellent reputation, which made us very happy.

 

Good luck on your decision.

 

Maggie Burgan
Memphis, TN

 

 

 

 

Please don't tell my Mommy that I spilled the beans...., but I wanted to whisper a doodle secret in your ear. (Sorry if I get your ear all wet...I love to kiss!)
 
But I am so excited because I got a new job and I am so very proud of myself!  It was a hard job to get and I worked really hard since I was 10 weeks old to get it.  Drills, Drills and More Drills!  But it was worth it!!!!!  So the doodle deal is that today I became a Certified Pet-Assisted Therapy Dog (or in BayLake language: a Certified Pet-Assisted Therapy Doodle) for the Share-A-Pet Organization in Fort Lauderdale.  Ruff! Ruff!  How cool is that!  And a couple of days after my first birthday,  I was awarded my Canine Good Citizen Certification!  WufffffWufffffOoooooooo!  That was a really really hard test but I did so good my Mommy gave me a whole handful of my favorite liver treats afterward!!!  Yummmmmmm!  The lady who gave me the test said that for a one year old doodle, she thought that I was exceptionally gifted.  That made my Mommy smile cuz she knows I am smarter than her sometimes!!!  WoohoooooRUff! 
 
Today as part of my test, I visited some pretty old people (in dog years that is).  They loved having a doodle around and to pet me and give me treats and tell me how beautiful I am.  Some of them said I looked like a girl doodle so I told Mommy that she better make me a scarf with my boy's name on it!  But I made them smile when I gave them kisses.  Mommy told me that what it is all about.  Giving back.  That is what we are supposed to do.
 
So I feel really good about my new job, God-Mommy Marsha!  When I come to visit you again, I will wear my vest with all my pretty patches from Share-A-Pet, my TOP Certification and my CGC Certification on it! (We are waiting for it to come in the mail).  You may even cry happy tears, like my Mommy did when driving home in the car after I got my job today.  She thanked the Lord outloud for finding you and me.  What does "so blessed" mean?
 

 

HI, Linda.  I wanted to respond to your recent email to Marcia about
Gabby's pups.   As you know we have two pups from Marcia.   They are
blonde and then our new one "Cajun" will be choc.  We got Jib about 3
years ago and people tell us he is the best dog they have ever
seen.  He's laid back but not shy. A  wonderful dog, very lab-like,
loves to play ball and be scratched.  He has a marvelous
temperament.  He has a course coat that resembles a terrier, rarely
needs brushing or bathing.  Maggie is two and is much more
poodle-like.  She's a real flirt...we call her Miss Grateful because
she wags her tail at everything...loves chasing squirrels and giving
kisses.  Her coat is loose and wavy and she needs more brushing.
We've never cut the coats of either.
 
As far as shedding, they both shed some....but nothing like any other
dog we've ever had.  When they are on the sofa, there is very little
that shows they have been there and is easily brushed away unlike
other dogs.  For me the best thing is they have no dog odor.  So the
house doesn't smell like dogs.
 
We saw all the pups last weekend.  The alpha Marsha mentioned is the
biggest.  All the other pups seem very similar in temperment and
size.    You can now  see the difference between the curlier and
straighter coat.  That difference seems to be a personal choice.
 
I hope this answers your questions.  We think Marsha is a phenomenal
breeder.  Her dogs of the highest quality...her Moms are all English
labs.  They are very different from Am. labs.  Am. labs are very high
energy and frequently overbred.  Marsha also keeps the pups inside
her home (her kitchen, bedroom, everywhere) and loves them all so
much.  This attention really shows with the friendliness of the
dogs.    Good luck....I'm sure you'll love your new pup.  Kay

 

It's official -- Mango is the smartest dog in the world!
 
The trainer took him out today for the first time and said he is highly
intelligent and easy to train and she will need to step up her training
program.
 
He learned to heel and sit and stay.  He also learned "leave it" and not to
jump on people.  All in one day.
 
He's a genius.
 
Ana
 

 

Hi Marcia, just wanted to let you know that Mango will turn 1 tomorrow.  He
is the most wonderful dog in the world!  I will send you some updated
photos.
 
He is about 32 lbs, short with huge paws, so I think he will always look
like a puppy.  He has never shed one hair.  He is with me and Michael all
the time and it works out great for all of us.
 
He loves to swim, go for walks, ride in a car, play with squeaky toys, sit
in his yard, and bark at ducks. He even likes to go to the vet and loves his
groomer. He is the friendliest dog you can imagine.  When we take him to a
dog park he makes sure to play with every single dog and say hello to every
human.
 
Mango is an absolute joy.
 
Ana
 
 
Ana M. Buchenhorner
Assistant to Michael J. Buchenhorner
Michael Buchenhorner, P.A.
Intellectual Property Law
 
 

6/2/07

We just found out one of our Doodles owned by Janet P. is now going to be in School as a Therapy dog  helping under priviledged kids!

Janet writes me and says :

My labradoodle, Gino, has been working with the students at Visitacion Valley Middle School this entire year. It has been an informal arrangement, thanks to the support and encouragement of our visionary principal, Dr. James Dierke. He and I would both like to have Gino become an official school therapy dog. Our school is in a rough area of San Francisco and many of our students have difficult home lives. A large number of these students are wild about Gino: when they arrive at school in the morning, they seek him out for pats, belly rubs, short walks, and of course wet doggy kisses.

5/30/07

Hi Marcia,

5/15/07  WHAT A NICE COMPLIMENT FROM SUSAN

Date: 05/15/07 13:13:00
Subject: Hello from Boston - Puppies
 

My boyfriend and I were looking at your website and your beautiful dogs. We are planning at some point to buy two labradoodles when we move south to retire.
You have to be the most professional, caring and truly top notch person that we have encountered in our search.. We know now that when it is time, we will come to you. I wanted to get on a plane this weekend and come down.. but we are not retiring for another 1-2 yrs.. I might be able to get him down soon so we could come and visit your dogs. Do you have special times or days that you do that? Also, do you have any brochures or other information you can send us? 
I tried looking in the new england area for a breeder of labradoodles but could not find one.. even just to go and look. We definitely would buy your dogs.. If you do have any information, would you send it here to my work?
Thank you so much. Susan Thompson  
 
Susan E. Thompson
 

Bill called 4/30/07 to tell me Jeb was rated in Doggie Boot Camp over two week period of time as the Smartest Puppy there and got the highest award. How wonderful to know the Doodles have it all together.

Of course I have been told this over and over again. Smart Doodles they are !

Hi Marcia,

We want to tell you that Roxy is doing so well, we love her, what a smart pooch or Doodle we should say.

She loves everyone and has really caught on to puppy training these past 3 weeks. Thank you so much for the

love and devotion you have shown to these dogs. You are truly a gem and we can not wait to share our Doodle with

our friends and family. If you ever need a reference from a  Vet Dr. you have people write us okay. We would love to brag about

you and your home & of course  your Dogs. Thanks again for everything and being a swell breeder with heart. 

Dr. John & Sally Meredith

Miami Beach, FL

12/13/05

Marcia-
Just wanted to touch base and let you know that little Maggie Mae is doing very well! She is such a sweet little girl and is well liked by her big brother Moses- golden retriever. 
They play and take naps together. It's really cute! Lots of exercising!  I will be forwarding some pictures on soon so that you can see how much and how fast she is growing.  She's about 18 pounds now. 
We can't thank you enough for your excellent puppy care :)
Pictures to follow...
 
Rose and Joe Matchett

12/1/05

Hi Marcia – so sorry we missed the story (we were back home).

Rae is doing just fine.  when she is “working” as a service dog in training....she’s excellent!  on our last trip back home.she made it through the airport, security, train, bus & plane without a problem!  people were amazed that she is just 8 months old...so smart and such a laid back personality!

when she is just hanging around the house here...the little devil dog comes out...but that’s ok...she is still just a puppy.

just wanted to let you know...that things are going well.

have a great holiday...woof!  woof!

diane, bob & rae

Altmamonte, Fl
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11/29/05

Marcia

your Dogs are wonderful and we are so excited to get our new puppy from a Great Breeder

like you and just knowing your dogs are not kept in cages all day sure made our decision

look forward to seeing you Jan 15th, 2006 ! and Happy New Year and Holidays to you and all your Doodles

Janet Simpson

Long Island, NY

 

10/14/05

 

Hi

We saw one of your Doodles at the Dog Park in St Pete and fell in love and tired to buy her

but they would not budge, ha, thanks so much for letting us buy one of your puppies. We love your dogs

and since have seen three in St pete area. and told there are many.

June and Jack

CAN NOT WAIT

St Pete & Boston

 

9/14/05

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 8/10/05

Subject: we love our schnoodle puppy!!
 

  We just wanted to thank  you again for our wonderful schnoodle puppy, Jesse!  He is such a great dog, exactly what we had hoped for. All our research and travel paid off for sure.  Everyone who sees him, wants him, and we can't walk anywhere without stopping numerous times to explain what type of dog he is.  Our girls were a little afraid of his puppy behaviors at first (jumping and nipping) but have warmed up to him beautifully.  We just finished puppy training classes and he aced the class!  I have attached a couple of pics so you can see how loved he is. 

 
Sincerely,
Ed, Leslie, Allison & Caroline Mallard
Orange Park, FL 


 

Hi!
     Just wanted to let you know Ivory is doing great! She is a wonderful dog & we love her very much. I cant tell you how many times I am stopped each day during our walks by people commenting on how beautiful she is. She is definetly a "mommys dog" follows me everywhere I go. She picks up the boys from school with me everyday & has definetly gotten into a "routine" with me. Thanks so much for everything,hope you are doing well & I will definetly stay on touch!
 
Linda Adelson
  


Marcia

thank you so much for the Wonderful doodle Puppy you sold us, you are great and we loved your dogs and your home

they are truly spoiled by you and we were wonderfully impressed with your dogs. We love our little Gizmo

Marie Collier

7/18/05

Hi Marcia, It's Dudley (FranniexCowboy) and his boy Dougie - Doing what they do best - having fun !!! Thank you for such a wonderful dog! We'd like to get another pup from you within the next year - so keep us in mind!! Have a great summer.
Tricia, Dougie, DUDLEY "MOON "DOGGIE and the gang of dogs and birds.

 
7/6/05

Marcia we were wonderfully impressed with you as a Fine Breeder of Labradoodles, thank you for having

us in your home yesterday. We are convinced out of all the Breeders we talked to and two we visited

that you are tops. Your dogs are fantastic and your home is spotless. What a tribute to be a Dog

and live with you. You are what people hope to find in a Breeder and a person. Again we are excited

about our new Puppy MILO. And you have all of them trained so well. We enjoyed our visit more

than Disney World and that says alot. Will call next week to come and get him.

Regards and can not wait

John Freeman & Joan & Girls

Miami, Fl

Hi Marcia

It was a real pleasure to talk to you today about your Doodles. You were highly recommended to us by

several Labradoodle Owners in St Pete and Tampa. We see your Dogs at the Market and the Dog parks and

we can not tell you what beautiful animals they are. After researching the Web and talking to many breeders

in Florida and outside Florida several people and other breeders tell us you are the Best

We can not wait for our new addition to our family to be born in November. Thank you Marcia for all your expert

and helpful advise. Happy Doodling from a very anxious dog family.

Carly Nixon & Family

 

Hi Patti & Steve,

 
So sorry it's taken me so long to respond to your initial email it's been crazy around my house!
Anyways, my husband and I made the decision last fall to adopt a schnoodle from Baylake. After much discussion we opted for the schnoodle because of it's size. Our little boy was born in October and we were able to bring him home mid-December. He was a Christmas present for the family, we have two teenage daughters, 16 and 19 and they love the puppy. Our experience dealing with Baylake Doodles was fantastic. Marcia was full of knowledge when we initially called and you could tell she loved breeding these fine animals. Once we made the decision to go with a schnoodle Marcia kept us posted on the mom's progress and the birth. She posted pictures on the web as soon as they were born which was great. Since you've been to Baylake you know first hand how much Marcia loves her babies. our little "Kirby" just turned 6mths old and he is so special to us! According to our vet he's a very happy, healthy little guy. It's amazing how intelligent these animals. I have and will continue to highly recommend Marcia and her dogs to anyone!
I wish you all the best in your decision I know if you adopt from Marcia you'll be very happy!
 
All our best to you and your new addition,
Cindy & Ken Wheeler
 
4/14/07
Bill wrote to Patti
Dear Patti,
We have one of Marcia's labradoodles and so do several friends.
Marcia is well known for her healthy,gorgeous, spirited pups/
She breeds expertly connecting the right Dam and Sire  never wearing
out Dams by over breeding.
Her vet, Jim Califf, has been a friend  of mine for over 20 years -
and he has great regard for Marcia.
We are crazy about little JEB,and love it when we get together with
Marcia and other owners for bagels and dooles at an outdoor table at Einsteins.
Regards,
Bill and Noel
At 09:16 PM 3/21/2007, Luvera, Mary wrote:
Marcia is an excellent breeder and she loves all her dogs and their pups
I bought a F1 from Marcia in March of 05 and he is a great companion
and has the best temperment.  He was very easy to house train and to
date he still loves his crate.  He did go to puppy kindergarten, and
basic obedience level 1 and 2 and he was able to excel even though
he wanted to be there for socialization.  I have attached a photo of
>him to see how he has grown up.  He is 60 lbs and everyone is
>attracted to him.  My friend also bought one from Marcia and when we
>go to Petco they are the attraction.  I would recommend Marcia if
you are interested in purchasing a labradoodle.  I researched over a
year and found Marcia the most knowledgeable and that is why I
decided to buy from her

Karen,   In answer to your questions:1.  We found Marcia on line and decided because she was close to us and ick out our precious Hannah.  Let's just say this about Marcia and her house....It's their house and she just lives in it.  She has dogs and pups everywhere and they all love her.  We met Alice and Petey and both were very mellow, something we liked.Alice is an all white Shnauzer and Petey and Apricot Poodle (but pretty light color now).  Alice was with the pups when we met her and she just let us pick up the pups and she just stood by.  She also let the other dogs come in and sniff the pups, which we thought was good.  What impressed us was Marcia's  handling of the dogs and pups from birth. She just gives these animals soooo much love.3.  The personality of our little girl is incredible.  She is such a lover.  Everyone who meets her is impressed with her personality.  She's a happy little girl, smart, not yippy and adorable.   She's very healthy and strong.She is just 6 months old now and weighs 14 lbs.  I think Alice is about 15lbs and Petey around 11lb.4.  We didn't have any problems with Marcia, as matter of fact she was very good about sending us photos of the pup each week so we  Marcia,I was just thinking about you and checked out your website. Wow but you have expanded. Gilly will be 2 in January, can hardly believe it. I saw on your website that someone from Lithia saw a man with a Labradoodle and purchased one from you. That was Kieran and Gilly :) We moved to Lithia which is near Tampa just over a year ago, Kieran remembers the lady stopping him and he told her ONLY Bay Lake for a doodle dog

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Bob is doing just great.  Passed health exam with flying colors and got his shot.  He is going back on the 2nd of January for a Booster.  At 12 weeks he will be neutered and get his Rabies injection.We take him for walks and he just loves other dogs and people.  He wakes us up to go out and is house trained already. (Knock on wood) Haven't had any accidents over the last 4 days (that is during the day).
We are keeping him on Science Diet Puppy.  Do you think we should do this for a full year?
 
He loves his carrot treats.  We have be training him with cheerios.  Just a couple at a time.
 
We are going to get a digital camera so that we can send pictures.  His hair is getting long and some is turning beige. 
 
We love him dearly and so does everyone else that has met him.  We are just starting to work on the nipping and jumping up.  One thing at a time.
 
Thanks ever so much.
 
Keep in touch.
 
Monica and Rainer Gunther
 
11/29/06
Dear Marcia:
 
It is hard to believe our little Roxy, living in Tampa, will be one yr old tomorrow 01Dec!!!!!She is
Hi Grandma Marcia,  Happy Thanksgiving!  I don't mean to stick my tongue out at you, I don't do it all the time but mom and dad thinks it's really cute when I do.  I am getting bigger every day and my hair is getting lighter.  I'm almost 10 lbs and have just about lost all the black hair I had.  I'm still as cute as can be though and everyong that sees me thinks I'm the cutest puppy they've ever seen.  I work at two shops now, mom and dad opened another shop right next door to the Irish shop.  It's a religious shop called The Trinity Shop.  My job is to guard and greet people at both shops.
Today I have a day off and will be giving "thanks" to you and mom and dad for being so good to me.  I hope you are okay and we all hope Oliver is doing okay.  We've told lots of people to check out your website if they want an adoreable puppy like me.  I might try to send another picture cuz this one is well over a month old.  We just thought you'd like the tongue thing!  Love Hannah.  Say hi to Alice and Petey for me. Hannah Schnoodle
11/10/06
Hi Marcia,
You may remember that we bought Molly from you in May, 2005. She is the best dog in the whole world! The girls love her very much and still hug her and kiss her all day long. She is so
Your dogs ARE well cared for… I’ve NEVER seen a home filled with so many canines that was so clean and full of love – you know what I mean? Having a large number of dogs, no matter how dedicated you are, makes it difficult to keep the area from “smelling like a kennel” – and my nose would never have detected dogs in and around your home. Everyone looked so healthy and happy. Bless you for giving your dogs a wonderful home and for providing so many other people with well-bred pets. Believe me.        James
10/25/06
How are you Marcia I hope things are well.
Sobe and Santana are just great!!! they are growing nicely and so smart. They are almost house trained and sleep beautifully at night.  The kids are having a blast with them as are Perry and I. We have a trainer coming in
HI MARCIA
JUST A QUICK PICTURE TO SHOW YOU ZIGGY AT THE OREGON COAST IN AUGUST. 
 HE IS SO MUCH OF WHAT EVERY ONE INDICATED YOUR DOGS TO BE WHEN I WAS LOOKING FOR REFERENCES FROM THE PEOPLE WHO HAD PURCHASED LABRADOODLES FROM YOU IN THE PAST.  HE IS SMART AND LEARNS SO QUICKLY AND EVEN LEARNS WITH OUT ME TEACHING HIM, HE REALLY IS AN INCREDIBLE DOG ! PEOPLE THOUGHT WE WERE NUTS TO FLY ALL THE WAY TO ORLANDO TO PICK HIM UP BUT WHEN THEY SEE HIM AND GET TO BE AROUND HIM, THEY CAN'T BELIEVE WHAT A GREAT, HAPPY, WONDERFUL DOG HE IS...FROM THE GROOMER TO THE VET, TO FRIENDS. 
 
I HAVE ALREADY GIVEN OUT YOUR INFO TO PEOPLE WHO WANT TO PURCHASE AND HAVE DONE RESEARCH ON THE BREED AND HAVE LET THEM KNOW IN ALL SERIOUSNESS AND HONESTY YOU HAVE THE MOST WONDERFUL DOGS. EVEN THE PET SITTERS THAT COME TO THE HOUSE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING HIM AND THE ANTICS HIM AND THE CAT GO THROUGH PLAYING AND HAVING A GOOD TIME!
 MORE PICS TO FOLLOW , HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL, AND THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL DOG!
 
 ALECIA FOSTER
Escrow Officer
Western Title & Escrow of Lane County
(541)434-7068  PHONE
(541)485-1431  FAX
10/1/06
In reference to our "perfect child", our labradoodle ( mojo is his name ).  We adopted him from Marcia a year ago.  My fiancee and I have never been happier.  From day 1, we followed Marcia's suggestions and our dog has the friendly demeanor of a lab and the brains of a poodle.  There is Dear Marcia,
 
Just want you to know that Lady Godiva is everything you said she would be and more! After 20+ years of having Great Danes I was concerned about changing breeds. I am sure you knew that with all my emails and phone calls asking dozens of questions. I wanted a low key calm dog similar to danes. All along you told me I would LOVE your puppies and you are absolutely right! Your dogs are nothing like some of the hyperactive labs I have seen in my area.
 
When we arrived at your home last week it was obvious all the puppies and dogs are well taken care of and given plenty of love and attention. It was a treat to see so many dogs and puppies roaming about your home and yard, all happy as larks!
 
When Lady Godiva ran to me I knew she was the one. She has been calm and well adjusted no matter where I take her or what I do. Nothing phases her! She loves to ride in the car, visit friends, play with kids and meet other dogs. She is the PERFECT dog for me. Her personality is laid back and very similar to Great Danes. I just love her!
 
Thank you so much for all your patience with me and my questions. Thank you even more for such a wonderful puppy I call Baby Godiva until she gets big enough to be Lady Godiva!
 
Best Regards,
Barb
 
PS Please show Annie these pictures
9/6/06
Hi Marcia:
Just wanted to let you know how well Casey is doing.  He is too cute, very smart, loves people, and is very affectionate.  We have had a professional trainer come to the house 2 times (with 4 more times to go) and so far have learned "sit", "stay", "heel" and we're working on housetraining.  It's incredible how quickly Casey learns -
8/10/06
Dear Marcia
Wanted to send you this email to thank you for a Great Puppy. Very healthy
very loving very smart. Like your approach very much on raising your dogs.
Agree with the training crate as Yogi has learned so much in short 2 weeks in our home. We could not be happier with him.  Its like having a new child again
oh my, but not a chore at all, love all the things he brings to our family.  He was wonderful the minute we got him off the plane, I actually think he listens to my every word with that head cocked when I speak to him.  If my Staff at the Office where so grand ! Hope they do not read this little humor- . Again I am trilled with Yogi . Stoled the name from Tiger Woods
Labradoodle you know that don't you !
Thanks Marcia
Dr. Lynn McCormick, DVM
Marcia,
I wanted to send you some recent pictures of Jackson. he is doing very
well and is a wonderful boy. We love having him as part of our family.
I get  a lot of compliments on his coloring and how well behaved he is.
Nobody can believe how calm he is for a doodle. I always tell they what a
good breeder you are and that all your dogs are like this.
The first 2 I took this morning. The other one I took a couple of months
ago.  It's hard to get his picture because he just wants to be as close
as he can get to me.
Lisa Hanson
 
7/31/06
Hi Marcia,
 Hope you're doing well.
 I have been meaning to send you these photos for some time now of Daisy.She is doing fabulously!  She's about 13 and a half pounds now ( 16 weeks)
She is just a very loving dog and so smart.  She learned how to sit in 1 day!  We got her into the pool yesterday - and yes, she can swim! Enjoy the photos!
 Margaret, Martin and Sam
 
7/18/06
Hi Marcia..hope all is well in doodle country...we are all great...Maya is truly wonderful.gets more attention than anyone in my family...my wife, who was ambivalent about getting another dog...is in love with her (and me)---and Maya adores her..she is sweet, smart, and embracing... I love taking her to Cape Cod- when the women shop..I sit outside with Maya and draw big crowds ( I like to think it is because of me---but I am not the four leg one)...I met someone who has a doodle.  and her cousin, a rabbi from Tampa...bought one from you and is very happy...we plan on attending the Southern New England Doodle Jamboree--50--100 of them ..schmoozing in a park...take care...Ken


7/8/06
Hi, my husband and I own two of ReRe's puppies (see attached pix).  One, Jib (Jasper's pup), looks more lab than poodle and the other, Maggie (Cody's pup), looks more poodle than lab.  Jib just turned 2 and Maggie will be 1 on Sept. 17.  They are wonderful, wonderful pets.  Both are calm,easily trained, affectionate and bring great joy to our lives.  Not only is ReRe a great Mom, but the first 8-week environment with Marcia is a great beginning.  They are all raised as pets...she has names for all and hugs and kisses  them constantly.  Enjoy!  Kay Cole

7/7/06
From Mary Luvera in New York to another Buyer:
My friend and I bought one of Marcia's labradoodles a little over a year ago.  They are both loving and obedient pups.  I took mine to obedience training from puppy kindergarten to basic level minding manners and he did very well.  The puppies love people and get very excited when they see just about anyone (human and canine).   My friend has 4 children and what they don't do to them by hugging, mauling them because they just love them shows that they have the best temperment.
My pup crate trained and was house trained in just 2 months.  Even though he came from Florida he loves the snow!  I believe my doodle is more poodle with fur and intelligence and my friends is more lab less curley fur and she loves the water.He is a real love and if I had more time home, I would have loved another to keep him company

6/21/06
Henry is a good boy!  He is getting big.....39 pounds now.  The kids and I are taking him through obedience school at Petsmart and he's the smartest in the class!  He's very laid back and good with the kids.  He's not interested in the pool at all, but would rather run and play in the grass.  He's very loving and he has made an excellent member of our family.  I'll send you updated photos soon!
Thanks!
Laura
 

Laura L. Meltzer
Claims Specialist
Workers’ Compensation 
 

6/20/06
Marcia
I am going to try to attach a photo of a labradoodle we purchased from you. Harley was born 11-26-04 and our names are Gail and Roy Eriksen.  I just got a call from the kennel where we board Harley asking where we purchased him.  Apparently everyone at the kennel just loves Harley. He is a great dog, but up to 80lbs now. I never thought he'd get this big.  He is a a clown, just like you said he'd be.  The kennel is inquiring because a client of theirs just lost her dog and is interested in a labradoodle.  Hopefully, she'll buy one from you.  
 
Gail Eriksen 

 

3/21/07

 Tony & Deb:

3/5/07

We got our Labradoodle from Marcia in Jan 07, she provided us with the best knowledge and advise We gave our Australian Labradoodle to a friend that is single and has no children. She BIT my kids. I pondered and wondered why this cute little dog I paid so much for was a terror. I met Marcia thru some other buyers in Orlando Fl in College Park, where we live and I tell you I was impressed with her home and her dogs. She helped us to understand that our dog , a multi Australian Doodle has many other breeds bred right into it such as a Cocker Spaniel and our Vet said because of the cocker's personality and bite issues, this was the reason we had problems with Abbey biting. We did not want to continue raising her as we felt we would be attached or get resentful towards her, so we gave her up. Since we got Angel and she is an Angel we have appreciated the Labradoodle that Marcia breeds and I can honetly say, she has some great loving dogs, being careful not to over breed them or put any other breed into them. We learned that another family in Winter Park  has Multi generation Doodle from Australia  & has bite issues also. I do not want a dog with attitude issues and encourage you to get one from Marcia at Bay Lake Labradoodles. She is very experienced and great to deal with.

Barb Flowers Orlando, Fl

3/3/07

Marcia,
 
Just want you to know that Godiva gets prettier as she is getting older! She is 8 months now and getting sweeter and smarter all the time. I have seen several other doodles and not a one of them is as pretty as Godiva! Of coarse none have the sweet smart personality she has either! I just wanted you to know how much I just love her!
 
Barb
TEXAS

2/17/07

Marcia,

2/13/07

Date: 02/12/07 20:21:34
Subject: remember roxy?
 

Dear Marcia:
 
Do you remember our little Roxy from Tampa? I know we sent you a picture
through the e-mail, but I haven;t seen it on your website. I cannot tell
you how much we love this dog. You told me she was a mellow, mild
tempered one of the litter. She is smart, loving, and exceptionally
good. I think we have the best Doodle you ever bred!I have to keep writing
 you because she is so amazing. People stop me in
the street to ask me what kind of breed she is. Her coat is truly
apricot, a perfect blend of Cody and Ginger. She is approx 62 lbs, and
in good health. The love and joy that she has brought to my family, especially
now whenthings are a little stressed, is more than I could have ever wished for.
I thank you again for such a beautiful addition to our lives. I hope you
are well, and all your teeth issues are far behind.
 Fondly, The Misart Family from Tampa

Note from Karen  on 2/9/07

Karen Bianchi

p.s. your references were amazingly responsive and helpful – which was very nice.

 

I will send you a new picture of Oliver and you will be sooooo pleased!  Oliver is the most beautiful dog anyone has ever seen!  He is smart and totally the best dog ever.  He just came in from getting the newspaper.  He is perfect!  I feel like I'm walking a rock start when I take him out!
Remember how I wanted a light colored one and he was beige?  Well, his color is magnificent.  He is very light and has just tents of the beige which make him extra special. 
He is a very fun loving and happy boy!
I guess you can tell that we are crazy about him.
Many, many people have asked where I got him and I'm sure you'll get business from him.
Most, almost pass out when I tell them the price....but, he is worth it!
Thanks again and watch for your picture1
Margie

 

I specifically choose Marcia because of the English Lab breeding program. I have two TINY dogs at my home (3 & 6 lbs respectively) and could not take the chance on a large, hyper dog for fear of their safety.  We brought Nutley home in December – he just turned 5 months and he is the sweetest puppy.  He stops traffic with his good looks and personality. His temperament is exceptional – laid back 95% of the time.. and for that 5% he turns into a rambunctious puppy, we simply have to correct him and he immediately stops.  He was first in his training class – he’s a very smart boy.  My children adore him and he’s my husband’s jogging buddy.  He has been a wonderful addition to our family.  Wish we lived closer to you (we are in Palm Beach) as I’d love for you to see him and feel confident in the breeder you have chosen.

If you have decided on a Labradoodle, I would highly recommend Bay Lake.  It’s worth the trip.

Linda Murphy

 

6/15/06

Hello Marcia,
 
Just sending you a note about Lexi and Jada.  We had
no problem with them coming home.  Not bad for an 8
hour drive.  They are definitely 2 characters.  We
have had more laughs at them playing.  We are really
enjoying them.  If they do their business before bed,
they sleep thru the night.  
The vet wanted to know what kind of dogs these were
and when I told him, he asked me if I got them around
here in SC.  I said no, in Florida.  He said He never
seen such good looking dogs before.  And he said, the
ones he has seen didn't look like these ones.  I told
him that you breed them with the English lab.  He was
totally amazed at how different they looked. He was
pretty impressed with them. And of course so are we!!
 
Anyways, we will keep you posted on their progress.
I just want to thank you again for your help and
kindness.  They are a real blessing!  But it was only
made possible by you.  Thank you.
 
Jeanine Dowgos
South Carolina
 

Hi, my name is Lisa Sullivan and I currently live in Lithia, Florida.  For the past several years my husband and I have been interested in the labradoodle.  Earlier this year I met a labradoodle and his owner at my son's school.  The labradoodle came from Baylake Doodles.  Very nice things were said about you and your puppies.  I would very much like to add a labradoodle to our family.  We have three boys (ages 7-12).  In 2002 we put our dear 10 year old lab, Alex down (cancer).  In 2004 we rescued a lab mix from the pound.  We love Daisy very much and would like to add another four legged girl to our bunch of boys.   Our dogs are house dogs and go everywhere we go (Military).

I would love to hear about the availability of your

6/10/06

Per Ellen Call in Kentucky when I wrote her and asked her how her new Pup was doing today "

5/26/06

We have a FABULOUS, 11/2 year old, 85 pound labradoodle, KOBI, that we were  fortunate enough to purchase at Marcia's wonderful Baylake Labradoodles. Throughout, Marcia has been consistent and caring, and knowledgable, and, we could not be happier with our choice. Good luck, and we hope you will be as happy as we are with our great  dog. Please feel free to ask more specifics if  you so wish. Claire and Dick Kanter...Sarasota,Fl.

5/25/06

My name is Shirley Watson and we have a 1st generation doodle - Callie.  She was born
 March 20 and we LOVE her.  She is the most special pet we have every owned.
 Marcia truly loved these (and all) puppies before we got her.  My husband and I
have her with us 24/7.  She travels on our boat, in the car, in hotels and has no problem boarding.
 YOU cannot find a better breeder than Bay Lakes Doodles.

4/10/06

Hey Marcia.
Just thought I would drop a line and let you know
Stella is doing great!  She is around 25lbs and just
full of herself. I have some cute pics, but I dont
have them on the computer yet.  She is such a smart,
good girl and a joy to be around. Thank you for all
your help. I keep referring my friends to you who are
looking to adopt or a new pup. Take care. Lance Gilbert
Ormond Beach, Florida
 

4/2/06

Hi Marcia,

 

            Toby is doing great!  He is attending Petsmart Puppy Training classes and he is the “teacher’s pet”…I can tell because she always chooses him for demonstrations!  (Smart Little Doodle!)  He had an appointment with the vet last Wednesday and is already weighing in at 30 lbs!  I have attached a picture so you could see him!  Thanks again for everything.  We love our Doodle!

 

Trish Hotaling

3/16/06
Momma" Marcia,
Hello! I apologize I don't check this email often. I noticed you had some folks who may have some questions.  I would be glad to assist in any way that I can.
 
I must say, Maggie aka Maggie-Jean has quickly become a part of our family. Her big brother, 3 year old golden retriever, loves her. We have had 2 goldens over the last 13 years and thought they were the sweetest dogs. Maggie is tops-she is very loving, sociable, and just a sweet heart. Everyone that meets her agrees. ...and the face is absolutely adoreable.  We love her!  She does ask about her Momma Marcia every now and then and send sher love and kisses!
 
God Bless- Rose Matchett
Tampa, Fl

2/23/06 
Dear Marcia:
 
Well, it has been two weeks since we brought home our little roxy. I
cannot believe what a beautiful, playful, loving pup we have. Roxy
sleeps all night in her crate now, with no whining or barking. she goes
outside for the bathroom, but still has a few accidents inside. She eats
good, and is the most affectionate pup in the world. Thankyou Marcia for
breeding such a loving addition to our family. I will send a pic asap,
when my son shows me how to do it. I hope your surgery went well..love,
 
marylee misarti...tampa
Hi Doodle Mommy Marcia
The kids had a wonderful time with you picking out our new baby puppy, Rowdy,  they keep saying
lets go back and talk to Ms marcia she is so neat, and all her dogs listen to to her too.
 
thank you for a great experience with you and your lovely Doodles. I know we will keep in touch
after pup comes home, its so important for us to have pocked a good caring breeder, you are tops to us.
Jennifer Dowdy , Matt and Sean &  of course our new addition  Rowdy Dowdy
12/05 
 
 Buster......my buddy.  Born 04/04.  He is a wonderful Doodle... F2, 75% poodle, 25% Lab.  Very little to no shedding. Absolutely fantastic disposition, not an aggressive bone in his body.  Everyone comments that he is such a happy dog.