NY Dandy Doodles

10/06/2026

Congratulations to this adorable family and their absolutely precious puppy!!! I’m so glad she found a home with them!🥹💕

10/01/2026

I’d be delighted to paint some NY Dandy Doodles puppies this fall! —Amy

It’s that face, those sweet eyes and slobbery kisses, that make each day better. I love trying to capture all of that in a portrait that lasts—a painting that gives these sweet souls the honor they truly deserve.

I have a few spots available in my studio schedule. Visit my website (see link in comments) to reserve your commission in time for Christmas gift-giving.❤️

10/01/2026

Love this!💕

Dogs’ Brains Light Up When They See Their Owners: Evidence of a Loving Creator

MRI research has revealed something remarkable about dogs. When scientists scanned the brains of awake, calm dogs as they saw or smelled their owners, a region called the caudate nucleus, which is associated with pleasure and affection, lit up with activity. This is the same part of the human brain that responds when we experience love or joy.

While researchers describe this as a sign of emotional bonding, from a creation perspective it reveals something even greater: intentional design. God did not just create animals to fill the earth; He created them to share life with people.

Designed for Companionship

In Genesis 1:26, God gave mankind dominion over the animals. That dominion included stewardship and relationship. Certain creatures, especially dogs, were uniquely made to dwell alongside humans, offering companionship, protection, and joy.

A dog’s ability to recognize its owner, respond to emotion, and express loyalty shows purposeful design, not chance. These traits serve no evolutionary advantage between species, yet they fit perfectly with a Creator who values relationship.

Emotional Design Reflects the Creator

The emotional connection between humans and dogs mirrors the relational nature of God Himself. The warmth, trust, and loyalty we see in our pets are small reflections of His own faithfulness and love toward us. Scripture says that “every good and perfect gift is from above” (James 1:17), and surely the bond between people and their dogs is one of those gifts.

A Glimpse of God’s Goodness

When a dog’s brain lights up at the sight of its owner, it is more than a scientific curiosity. It is a glimpse into the heart of creation. Even in something as simple as a wagging tail or joyful bark, we see evidence of a world designed with love, purpose, and connection.

In every faithful dog waiting by the door, we are reminded that creation still bears the fingerprints of its Creator, a God who made life not just to exist, but to share love.

09/28/2026

How much do you love dogs? Let me tell you, this family LOVES LOVES dogs!! It might have been a good thing that they joined our list a little later than the rest of the families, because I'm not sure how they would have decided which puppy was theirs!
The kids were even praying for the puppies every night at bedtime. 🥹💞

One of the boys, though, particularly longed for Macademia. All of the family patiently played with the puppies at our party a few weeks ago, waiting for the people ahead of them on the reservation list to make their selections. This boy quietly remarked, "I hope that the people ahead of us pick Coconut, because I really want Mac!"

Suddenly my phone blinged with a text. I had finished FaceTiming with the family ahead of them just moments before. It was that family, and they had chosen COCONUT!!! "Do you remember what you just said?" I smiled as I asked this young man. I was beyond excited to tell him that his wish for Mac came true!

Mac is now theirs, and I heard he slept the whole night through on day one after playing with the family. Are you surprised?😉🥰

Wishing you many years of happy days together!💛

09/24/2026

How much do you love dogs? Let me tell you, this family LOVES LOVES dogs! It might have been a good thing that they joined our list a little later than the rest of the families, because I am not sure how they would have decided which puppy was theirs!

One of the boys, though, really wanted Macademia. They patiently played with the puppies at our puppy party, waiting for the people ahead of them on the reservation list to make their selections. He made the remark, "I hope the family ahead of us chooses Coconut, because I would reaaaally like to have Mac!"

As soon as the words were out of his mouth, my phone chimed with a text notification. It was the family ahead of them that had just Facetimed into the party some minutes earlier. And who did they want? COCONUT!!!! I looked at him and asked, "What did you just say?" I was so excited to share with them that he got his wish! 💕

And now Mac is home with them sharing the love with all of these amazing people. I heard he slept all night long in his crate the first night. Are you surprised?😉🥰

09/22/2026

Trusting the process & putting puppies first 🐾❤️

As breeders, our highest responsibility isn't just raising healthy puppies—it’s doing everything we can to vet, prepare, and choose the best homes for them.

Recently, a scheduled pickup took an unexpected turn when it became clear the environment was not safe for a puppy. In accordance with our standards, we immediately canceled the placement. (I hoped I would never have to lean on that clause, but I was so thankful it was there when we needed it!)

We went to work on getting the puppy and ourselves settled down, and updated the website to reflect the change of events. Then, I checked my inbox and saw an application that had just come in. Could it be?! This family sounded just right for this sweet pup.

Phone calls ensued. Five hours after a deeply unsettling situation, we were greeted by the most reassuring sight: our precious pup sitting happily in the laps of a wonderful, loving family.🥹

Heartbreaking moments can turn into the most beautiful blessings. Decisions like this aren't easy, but protecting our dogs—and listening to our gut when something feels wrong—will always be non-negotiable.

09/22/2026

💓 Do you know this kind of joy? The joy of a family meeting their very first puppy for the very first time? That happened last weekend.

From their interview, I was aware they lived outside of our area, and that they would need to FaceTime with us for our puppy party selection.. What I didn't realize was that they would actually be in JAPAN for that FaceTime!!😮

In order to avoid them having to get up in the middle of the night😴, we met virtually a little earlier than anticipated. I'm still not sure how much sleep they got that night though, as it was a tough decision picking out their furry family member! 🐾

This week they drove a long way (although not as far as Japan!) to come pick up their sweet little puppy, Almond, now Luna.🥰 The kids cuddled all the puppies, and mom and dad got a lesson in trimming nails before they headed home. They took a video so they would know just what to do when the next trim comes around--such a good idea!💡

We wish them heaps of happiness as they begin their new life together!!💖

09/19/2026

❤️Chevelle’s puppies enjoy the sunshine during outdoor playtime on the grass.

🐶Most of these guys go home this weekend!!🥰

09/09/2026

❤️Day in the life with Chevelle’s Mini Goldendoodle puppies!❤️

🐶These guys are enjoying their full size pen.

🐶They are doing awesome with pottying in the litter box and keeping the floor and crate clean and dry! (If you watch closely you can see several puppies stop playing for potty breaks.)

🐶More teeth have come in and they are eating dry puppy kibble now.

🐶Chevelle is pretty much done nursing, and the puppies should be completely weaned by the end of the week.

🐶They love snuggling up their shared crate for naps and bedtime.

09/04/2026

❤️Chevelle’s Mini Goldendoodle puppies go to the vet!

🐶These guys did so good on their first car ride.🚗

🐶Our vet was very happy with the litter and they checked out wonderfully!💕

🐶Each puppy now has a signed certificate of health from the vet that will be in their folders at pickup.