Goldendoodle

The Goldendoodle Breed Standard THE OFFICIAL GOLDENDOODLE BREED STANDARD GENERAL APPEARANCE The Goldendoodle is a friendly, intelligent, and confident breed with a happy expression that is engaging and welcoming to strangers. His loyalty and eagerness to please make him the perfect companion dog, the function for which he is purposely bred. Since this is not a conformation show breed, his health and calm temperament are equally top priorities; however, proper structure is also essential to overall health, well-being, and breed type. His temperament must be stable and sound under all possible situations while he continues to prove his suitability for service/therapy work. The breed was developed by crossing Poodles and the Golden Retriever, and therefore the physical appearance of this breed is a balanced mix of the traits common to those two founding breeds, which are the only two breeds that comprise the Goldendoodle. To ensure as much genetic diversity as possible, the stud book will remain open and the dogs may be bred from the founding breeds or from multigenerational stock. These founding breeds, when combined through multiple generations, present a well put together, agile, durable and athletic dog, whose light footedness results in a smooth, fluid gait. Goldendoodles possess a distinct diversity in coat types, colors, and sizes, which is inherited from the parent breeds. SIZE, PROPORTION, SUBSTANCE Size Petite Mini – Height: below 14 inches from the withers to the g...

The Goldendoodle is a cross between a Golden Retriever and a Miniature or Standard Poodle. Like both of his parent breeds, he’s intelligent, friendly, and at least moderately active. The Goldendoodle is a crossbreed. Opening your heart and home to a crossbreed is like opening a beautifully wrapped package on your birthday: it's exciting, but you never know what's inside. It’s often assumed that a cross breed will combine the best of two or more breeds, but genetics doesn’t always work that way. The way genes express themselves is not always subject to a breeder’s control, even less so when two different breeds are crossed. That’s something to keep in mind before you lay down lots of money for a dog that you have been assured will be hypoallergenic or healthier than a purebred. The Goldendoodle is a cross between a Golden Retriever and a Poodle (usually a Standard or Miniature). At their best, they are intelligent, friendly, and affectionate. They come in three sizes: miniature (weighing 15 to 30 pounds), medium (30 to 45 pounds), and standard (45 to more than 100 pounds). Because they are a cross breed, their traits are not fixed, so there is not a guarantee that the Goldendoodle puppy you purchase will fall into the desired weight range. Goldendoodles have a moderate activity level. Larger Goldendoodles may be more active than their smaller kin. They need a good walk or active playtime each day, and if you’re interested (and the dog's overall health is good enough), they ...

Maria Jeffs / Getty Images 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 sdominick / Getty Images Many goldendoodles are low shed, making them great for handlers with allergies, or those who want to avoid constantly picking up the vacuum. It is important to realize, however, that all dogs have dander (dead skin cells), saliva, and urine, where allergens exist, so there is no guarantee a Goldendoodle won't set off an allergic reaction. Regular baths and grooming sessions can help reduce the chances of your pooch setting off your allergies. meaghanbrowning / Getty Images 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. With a heritage of two retrieving breeds, Goldendoodles love to play fetch, accompany you on a jog, race around the dog park with the other pooches, or tussle with the kids. These dogs are great companions for active families. There are several different sizes of Goldendo...

Goldendoodles have become one of the most popular dog types for pet lovers across North America because of their wonderful Goldendoodle temperament, . These doodle mix pups are the offspring of two beloved dog breeds — golden retrievers and poodles . The crossbreed poodle mix of these two dogs in this breed group brings out the best of both lines. You could say they’re a type of hybrid dog . These dogs are affectionate, loving, kind, and accepting of strangers, making them an ideal choice for both new and experienced dog owners . The Goldendoodle puppy is one of the cutest! A Goldendoodle can be shy around other dogs and some may take a protective role for their families, so it’s important to stay far away from puppy mills and only adopt Goldendoodles from a reputable breeder . Five important things to know about Goldendoodle temperament 1. Exercise Is Critical Goldendoodle dogs adopted from reputable breeders usually don’t struggle with Goldendoodle temperament problems. They do, however, have a very high energy level and a high activity level , and do best in households with enough space and time for lots of exercise. Goldendoodles love all the classic canine activities, such as fetch, long walks, and running. Many also love to explore water and can learn to swim, and they make great guide dogs , service dogs , and even therapy dogs . With plenty of exercises, most Goldendoodles display very little aggression and are very obedient. As your dog ages, you will want to watc...

The typical Goldendoodle temperament is very compatible with life as a family pet. Bred from two lines of cooperative, intelligent, sporting companions and working dogs, the Contents • • • • • Goldendoodles were first bred by Monica Dickens in 1969. Popularity grew in the 1990s when breeders in North America and Australia began crossing the two breeds. Goldendoodles are still gaining popularity, especially in Australia. However, there is still no breed club or registry in existence. The Typical Goldendoodle Temperament Goldendoodles of every generation are friends of everyone. They’re even friendly towards unfamiliar faces. This results in making them a very good candidate as a family companion. Due to their bright, loving temperament and outgoing personality, they are excellent companions for people with disabilities. They are cheerful, trustworthy, loving, gentle, smart, and highly trainable. This breed does not have a strong prey drive and can be surprisingly friendly towards cats and smaller dogs when introduced. Goldendoodles are highly sociable dogs and need to be in the presence of people. If they do not get the socialization they need, then they can get into trouble. This lack of socialization is the main cause for Another cause for behavioral issues is lack of exercise. Goldendoodles require a moderate amount of exercise and can live happily in urban environments. This breed is active with a high amount of energy that can keep up with all types of activities and e...

First bred in the late 1960s as guide dogs, the Goldendoodle—a crossbreed of a The standard large-size, wavy-haired Goldendoodle can grow to 20–24 inches tall and about 50–90 pounds, but also come in smaller sizes as Mini Goldendoodles. It all depends on which Poodle parent they have—the Caring for a Goldendoodle The Goldendoodle is bred to exhibit the best qualities of both the Golden Retriever and the Poodle. The result is a smart, fun-loving pup that’s a wonderful addition to any size household, if given the proper amount of exercise to satisfy her high energy level and training from a young age. Goldendoodles are very intelligent and do well in obedience classes and agility training. While they can live happily with other dogs, cats, and children, the pups can be Goldendoodle Health Issues Goldendoodles are generally healthy dogs that can live 10–15 years, but they are prone to common health conditions of the Poodle and Golden Retriever breeds. While you can’t ensure your Goldendoodle will be free of health problems, you can purchase your puppy from a reputable breeder, says Hip Dysplasia Discomfort is commonly displayed by pups via limited mobility, which can include reduced activity, difficulty going up stairs, or even difficulty just getting up. There are many options for treating hip dysplasia, from Heart Disease Goldendoodles are genetically predisposed to heart disease, particularly a congenital variation called Congenital Eye Issues Goldendoodles are susceptible...