An adorable mix between the Golden Retriever and Poodle, Goldendoodles are the ultimate combination of good looks, smart wits, and playfulness. The hybrid is known as a “designer breed” because they were bred to have the lovable qualities of both of their parents.
Goldendoodles are a relatively new dog breed, first appearing in America in the 1990s. Their adorable name was coined in 1992. While not officially a registered breed of their own, Goldendoodles are considered a “designer breed” because each of their parents is a purebred, but different breeds from each other.
Poodles don’t shed and are very athletic and intelligent, while Golden Retrievers are lovable and playful family dogs. The mix makes the Goldendoodle a great choice for a lifelong pal, especially for those with mild pet allergies, though no dog is completely hypoallergenic.
Most goldendoodle puppies will display coats from a young age that may indicate their likelihood to shed or not. Curly coats are more likely be zero-shedders, though nothing is fully predictable until a goldendoodle puppy has matured. Curly coats require regular grooming and can easily become matted if not maintained. Puppies displaying a smooth soft coats likely following a minimal shedding path (still much less than a normal Golden Retriever) with less grooming required.
Energetic and playful, Goldendoodles love to exercise. They’re happy to laze around on the sofa and they make great cuddle buddies, but agility is where they shine. These dogs are great companions for active families.
Goldendoodles typically weigh between 50 and 80 pounds and love going on long walks, runs, and hikes with their owners. If you like bringing your pup along on outdoor adventures, consider the Goldendoodle for your next dog.
While not all are this way, most goldendoodles are known to become fast friends with children, cats, and other dog breeds, making them an ideal dog for a family pet.
In addition, those who prefer peace and quiet will love them; they often don’t even bark after a knock on the door. Although this doesn’t make them the best watch dogs, their calm demeanor is part of what makes Goldendoodles so friendly.
Low to Medium Maintenance
Doodles require infrequent to regular grooming depending on the coat and occasional trimming to maintain a good coat. It is a good idea to keep their ears clean to avoid infection.
Easily Trained
Doodles inherit the intelligence of a Poodle and are relatively easy to train as they are eager to please.
Minimal Shedding
Doodles are great for people who do not want to deal with hair in their homes and vehicles because they shed very minimally or not at all.
Active
Doodles require a moderate amount of exercise to maintain a happy and healthy life.
Good with Children
Doodles are great family dogs as they are playful and affectionate around children and other pets, a major reason why we chose to raise Doodles.