Upcoming Goldendoodle Litters: What’s Coming This Winter
Planning Ahead for Your Next Four-Legged Family Member
There is something pretty special about waiting for a Goldendoodle puppy.
You don't just wake up one morning and decide, "Let's get a puppy today!" You're thinking about the size, temperament, coat, energy level, color, and—most importantly—whether that puppy will really fit into your family.
That's why planning ahead can make the process so much more enjoyable.
At Windsong Doodles, we're currently looking ahead to our 2026–2027 winter Goldendoodle litters, with several exciting pairings planned. These upcoming litters are expected to produce puppies with a variety of sizes, colors, coat types, and personalities, giving families different options depending on what they're looking for.
There is one important thing to know, though:
These are planned litters, and pregnancy and go-home dates are not confirmed until the girls cycle, pregnancies are confirmed, and the puppies arrive.
And honestly, that's part of the adventure.
What Goldendoodle Litters Are Coming Up?
Our upcoming winter litters offer several very different combinations, which is one of the things we love about planning our breeding program.
We're looking at puppies ranging from medium-sized family companions to large Standard Goldendoodles, with beautiful coat colors and a variety of personalities.
Some of the pairings we're especially excited about include Zoe & Barley, Livvi & Chip, and Rory & Barley.
Each pairing brings something a little different to the table.
And that's intentional.
We don't believe every family is looking for the exact same Goldendoodle.
Some families want a medium-sized dog that's easy to live with. Others have their hearts set on a big, goofy Standard. Some are looking for a particular coat or color. And some families care most about temperament and are hoping for a puppy with service or therapy potential.
Our goal is to help you find the right match.
Zoe & Barley: Loving, Easygoing Family Goldendoodles
If your dream dog is sweet, people-oriented, trainable, and easy to live with, Zoe & Barley is a pairing worth watching.
Their puppies are expected to be around 35–50 pounds, with straight, wavy, and curly coats possible. Colors are expected to include beautiful shades of apricot and red, along with solid and abstract markings.
What really stands out about this pairing is temperament.
These are the puppies we picture happily following their families around the house, joining in on family activities, and then settling down when everyone is ready to relax.
They're also a pairing we're particularly excited about for first-time puppy families and families interested in therapy or service prospects.
The anticipated go-home timing is around the end of December or shortly afterward, depending on when Zoe cycles, pregnancy confirmation, and the actual birth date.
If you're hoping for an affectionate, adaptable family dog, this could be a really fun litter to watch.
Livvi & Chip: Big Dogs With Gentle Souls
Then there's Livvi & Chip.
And this pairing is for the family who says: "We want a BIG Goldendoodle."
These are expected to be large Standard Goldendoodles with gentle, people-focused personalities. Windsong describes their puppies as intuitive, connected to their humans, and potentially suited to service or therapy work.
And the colors? They're pretty spectacular.
This litter is expected to include chocolate merles, chocolates, and light apricots, with liver noses and lighter eyes that may range from blue and green to hazel.
But as always, color is only one piece of the picture.
What makes this pairing especially exciting is the combination of size, personality, and people-orientation.
If you're looking for a big Goldendoodle who can be a loving, silly, affectionate family companion, this is definitely one to keep an eye on.
Rory & Barley: Rich Red Goldendoodle Puppies
If you're dreaming about a deep, rich red Goldendoodle, Rory & Barley may catch your attention.
Their first litter produced puppies Windsong was very happy with, including Roux, one of the program's up-and-coming males. The pairing is being repeated because of the temperament and qualities seen in that first litter.
Barley is described as steady, trainable, connected, and easy to live with, while Rory brings an intuitive quality that Windsong particularly values for emotional support, therapy, and service potential.
And then there's that color.
These puppies are expected to have intense red coats, with the Rufus gene contributing to richer red pigmentation. Windsong has also observed the red becoming deeper as puppies mature.
If you've been searching for a rich red Goldendoodle with a wonderful family temperament, this is one of the pairings to watch.
What Size Goldendoodles Can You Expect?
One of the great things about having multiple upcoming litters is that families aren't limited to one size.
The winter pairings can produce different sizes depending on the parents.
For example, Zoe & Barley's puppies are expected to fall around 35–50 pounds, while Livvi & Chip are expected to produce larger Standard Goldendoodles.
When you're choosing a puppy, size is definitely worth discussing with your breeder.
Think about your home, your lifestyle, travel plans, other pets, activity level, and what you realistically want your adult dog to be like.
A 40-pound Goldendoodle and an 80-pound Goldendoodle may both be wonderful dogs—but they aren't necessarily interchangeable for every family.
What Colors Could Be Available?
Goldendoodles are famous for their beautiful variety of colors and markings, and these upcoming litters are no exception.
Depending on the pairing, families may see:
Apricot
Red
Light apricot
Chocolate
Chocolate merle
Solid coats
Abstract markings
Other beautiful variations
Of course, exact colors and markings can't be guaranteed before puppies are born.
That's part of the fun of a new litter.
You can have a good idea of what genetics may produce, but every puppy is still an individual.
When Will the Winter Puppies Go Home?
This is one of the most common questions families ask.
The honest answer is:
It depends on Mother Nature.
The winter litters currently being planned have estimated go-home windows ranging from early January through the end of March, but those dates are subject to the female's cycling, pregnancy confirmation, actual birth dates, and puppy development.
Once a pregnancy is confirmed, Windsong updates the expected go-home timeframe.
That means it's better to think of these as anticipated windows rather than guaranteed dates.
And if you've ever waited for a litter to arrive, you know that puppies have absolutely no interest in following our calendars.
How Does the Windsong Reservation List Work?
Planning for a future litter doesn't have to mean guessing which puppy you'll eventually get.
Windsong uses a master reservation list, allowing families to indicate their preferences while keeping some flexibility if a particular pairing doesn't work out as expected.
That's helpful because breeding doesn't always follow the schedule we hope it will.
A female may cycle later than expected. A pregnancy may not happen. A litter may be smaller than anticipated.
Rather than starting over, Windsong's reservation process allows families to move their reservation to another upcoming litter when needed. Families can also choose to wait for a particular pairing or puppy characteristics they're hoping for.
The idea is simple:
Find the right puppy—not just the fastest available puppy.
What Happens Before Your Puppy Comes Home?
The waiting period is also when a lot of the important work happens.
Windsong raises its puppies in a home environment, with early exposure to the sights and sounds of everyday family life. The program also incorporates intentional socialization and Puppy Kindergarten, including early neurological stimulation and confidence-building exercises.
That early foundation matters.
Puppies are learning about the world long before they leave for their forever homes.
They're learning that people are safe.
They're experiencing different sounds and sensations.
They're learning how to interact with their environment.
And they're beginning to develop the confidence they'll carry into the next chapter of their lives.
Families can also choose additional training options, including extended training programs designed to give puppies more time for foundational skills before going home.
Choosing Your Upcoming Goldendoodle Litter
If you're considering one of these winter litters, start by thinking about your family rather than starting with color.
Ask yourself:
What size dog fits our lifestyle?
How much energy do we want?
Are we looking for a particularly calm or people-focused temperament?
How much grooming are we prepared to do?
Are we interested in therapy or service potential?
Do we have a preference for red, apricot, chocolate, merle, or another coat?
And then talk to Windsong.
Sometimes the puppy you initially picture isn't actually the puppy that best fits your lifestyle.
That's okay.
The goal isn't simply to choose the cutest puppy.
It's to find your puppy.
Your Next Adventure Could Be Waiting
There's something exciting about looking at a future litter and wondering which little face might eventually become part of your family.
Maybe you're picturing a big, goofy Standard.
Maybe you're dreaming about a deep red Goldendoodle.
Maybe you want a medium-sized family companion.
Or maybe temperament is your number-one priority, and you're looking for a puppy with the potential to become a therapy or service dog.
Whatever you're hoping for, planning ahead gives you time to learn, ask questions, and find the right fit.
The winter litters are coming—and we're excited to see where these little Windsong babies take their families next.