Meet Arlo – The Goldendoodle

Currently in Birmingham (B13)

Male | DOB: 1st May 2024 | Approx. 26kg | 18” tall | Apricot coat

FOSTER WITH POTENTIAL TO ADOPT

We’re looking for an active, dog-loving foster home for Arlo with the possibility to adopt.

Arlo will initially be placed on a foster basis. Should his foster family wish to adopt him following his neuter (vet advisory) and assessment period, they are welcome to apply — an adoption fee of £350 will apply.

All costs during foster are fully covered by us, including vet care, food (if needed), and support.

About Arlo:

Arlo is a sweet, energetic, and playful young Goldendoodle who’s looking for a new start after his owner could no longer meet his exercise needs due to injury. He’s curious, social, and affectionate — a young doodle ready to thrive in the right environment.

Personality & Temperament:

  • Friendly and sociable with visitors and family

  • Good with children (has lived with kids as young as 3), but due to his size and bouncy nature, children aged 8+ only

  • Enjoys the company of other dogs — can live with a well-matched, calm, neutered/spayed dog (vet evidence required)

  • No history of aggression, guarding, or behavioural concerns

  • Loves human company and being part of family life

Favourite Activities:

  • Chasing balls and frisbees (though he prefers not to return them!)

  • Outdoor play and doggy social time

  • Walks and sniffing adventures

  • He travels well and settles calmly in the car (though he needs help getting in)

    Home Life & Needs:

  • House-trained and crate-trained

  • Sleeps in the living room

  • Needs better recall — currently walks on-lead

  • Will thrive in a home where someone is around most of the time, or where he can come along with you

  • Direct access to a fully secure private garden is essential

  • Work-from-home is suitable if you can regularly engage him with walks, training, and companionship — he cannot be left shut away while you work

To Be Considered for Arlo:

  • Children must be aged 8+ and supervised; they must be kind and respectful with dogs

  • You must be willing to have Arlo neutered when advised

  • No holidays outside the UK in the next 3 months – Arlo must remain with you throughout his foster period

  • You must have no other unneutered dogs in the home

  • Experience with active, intelligent breeds preferred

  • All household members (and resident dog[s]) must be available to meet Arlo in Birmingham prior to foster

  • You must be fit and active, prepared for a high-energy young dog with the potential to live 12–15 years if adopted

  • Doodle Rescue UK only supports positive, force-free training methods – no aversive techniques or tools permitted