Double Doodle

50-80 lbs
20-29"
United States
Goldendoodle
Labradoodle
North America Retriever, Golden Labradoodle, Double Doodlepoo

The Double Doodle is a mix between the Goldendoodle and a Labradoodle. Both breeds are medium to large in size and shed very little.

Other characteristics that Double Doodles may inherit from their parents include high energy levels and an intelligent and friendly personality. Their coat may be straight, wavy, or curly. Consistent combing and brushing will be required to keep the coat in tip-top shape.

This breed makes a wonderful family pet, but due to their size, they must be supervised around small children. They are loving and gentle, but they can be playful and knock down a toddler. The Double Doodle will be happier in a home with a fenced-in yard where they can play, run, and explore. The Double Doodle is recognized by the Dog Registry of America.

purpose Purpose
Companion
history Date of Origin
Unknown
ancestry Ancestry
Goldendoodle, Labradoodle

Double Doodle Health

Average Size
Male Double Doodle size stats
Height: 20-29 inches Weight: 50-80 lbs
Female Double Doodle size stats
Height: 20-29 inches Weight: 50-80 lbs
Major Concerns
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Retinal Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Diabetes
  • vonWillebrand’s Disease
  • Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Minor Concerns
  • Ear Infections
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy
  • Cataracts
  • Seborrhea
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Addison's Disease
Occasional Diagnoses
  • Epilepsy
  • Cushing’s Disease
Occasional Tests
  • X-Rays
  • Eye Examination
  • Ear Examination
  • Electrocardiogram
  • ACTH Stimulation Test
  • Complete Blood Count
  • Thyroid Panel
  • Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
  • Skin Scrape
  • Abdominal Ultrasound

Double Doodle Breed History

Because the Double Doodle is a modern hybrid, documentation on their history is limited. Instead, let's take a look at the history of the Goldendoodle and the Labradoodle.

The Goldendoodle is a hybrid breed composed of a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. The breed became popular in the 1990s. The original purpose of the breed was to develop hypoallergenic guide dogs.

The Labradoodle is a hybrid breed composed of a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle. An Australian breeder named Wally Conrad crossed the breeds at the Royal Guide Dog Association in 1989.

Taking a closer look at each breed associated with the Double Doodle, the Golden Retriever was originally bred in Scotland in the mid-19th century. Water Spaniels were crossed with the existing Yellow Retrievers, who were developed to be able to retrieve game from both land and water. The Golden Retriever first came to the United States in the early 1900s and was registered with The American Kennel Club in 1925. Today, Golden Retrievers are used in hunting, as service dogs, guide dogs, search and rescue dogs, and in tracking. They usually rank in the top 10 most "pawpular" breeds with the American Kennel Club.

The Poodle was bred as a water retriever. It is believed they originated from the breeding of the French Barbet and the Hungarian Water Hound. Other researchers believe the Poodle originated from a German water breed. In the 18th century, they became very popular in Spain. In France, they were the beloved pets of Louis XVI during the late 1700s. The Poodle is France’s national breed.

There are 3 types of Poodles: the Toy, the Miniature and the Standard. They are considered the second most intelligent dog breed; the Border Collie is in first place. The Poodle won "Best in Show" at the Westminster Dog Show in 1991 and 2002, and at the World Dog Show in 2007 and 2010.

Some researchers believe that the Labrador Retriever may have originated in Portugal and then been brought to Newfoundland by Portuguese fishermen. Labrador means “laborer” in Portuguese. Other documentation shows that, during the 19th century, English aristocracy began to import dogs from Newfoundland for hunting purposes. These dogs were known as St. John's Water Dogs. The Kennel Club of England first recognized the Labrador Retriever as a breed in 1903. The Labrador Retriever was first registered with the American Kennel Club in 1917. Today’s Labrador Retrievers are wonderful family pets and are used as guide dogs for the blind, as service dogs, therapy dogs, in drug and explosive detection, and in search and rescue work.

Double Doodle Breed Appearance

The Double Doodle will inherit the physical traits of each of their parent breeds (Golden Retriever, Poodle, and Labrador Retriever). The Double Doodle is a medium to large-sized breed that weighs 50 to 80 pounds.

Double Doodles have a long, wavy, wiry, or curly coat. Their coats come in a range of colors, including cream, golden, black, brown, tan, or white. Their tails are usually long. The Double Doodle has dark button eyes, a black nose, and long, floppy ears. They have a sweet and loving expression. The Double Doodle's appearance may vary even among the same litter. One thing is for sure — your Double Doodle will be an adorable dog!

Eye Color Possibilities
brown Double Doodle eyes
Brown
Nose Color Possibilities
black Double Doodle nose
Black
Coat Color Possibilities
white Double Doodle coat
White
brown Double Doodle coat
Brown
black Double Doodle coat
Black
cream Double Doodle coat
Cream
Coat Length
coat
Short Medium Long
Coat Density
coat density
pin
Sparse Normal Dense
Coat Texture
coat texture
Double Doodle wiry coat texture
Straight Wiry Wavy Curly Corded

Double Doodle Breed Maintenance

The Double Doodle sheds minimally and is a low-maintenance dog. They will require weekly brushing. Occasional professional grooming will be necessary to keep the coat trimmed and neat.

Your Double Doodle may be bathed every few weeks with a gentle dog shampoo, as human shampoo is harsh and should not be used on a dog because it dries out their skin. Your doggo's long and floppy ears will need to be checked, and if necessary, cleaned weekly. After bathing and swimming, ensure their ears are dry to prevent an ear infection.

Your pup's teeth should be brushed weekly to prevent tartar buildup and gum disease. Nails should be clipped monthly if they do not wear down naturally. As with all dogs, a yearly wellness check with the veterinarian will keep your Double Doodle in tip-top shape.

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Brushes for Double Doodle
Pin Brush
Pin Brush
Comb
Comb
Clipper
Clipper
Nail Clipper
Nail Clipper
Brushing Frequency
fur daily fur weekly fur monthly
Double Doodle requires weekly brushing
Daily Weekly Monthly

Double Doodle Temperament

The temperament of the Double Doodle will be a mix of the Golden Retriever, Poodle and Labrador Retriever’s personalities and characters. He will be a highly intelligent, loving, friendly and wonderful family companion.  The Double Doodle is easily trained.  He excels in obedience trials and track and field training, and likes to be included in his owner's activities - he'll be a great partner for biking, jogging, hiking and swimming. The Double Doodle is usually good with other dogs and enjoys time at the dog park. A well socialized Double Doodle is happy to meet new people and dogs. He is also very good with children but because he is a medium to large breed, supervision with small children is necessary. Small children can accidentally get knocked down by this gentle dog. This is a high energy breed; he will want lots of attention and thrive on interaction and keeping busy.

Double Doodle Activity Requirements

The Double Doodle is a high energy breed. He will need long daily walks, play that allows him to use his smarts, and exercise that sometimes involves a job to do. Activities such as playing fetch, agility training, swimming and jogging will keep him happy.  This hybrid is not well suited for apartment living as his exuberant personality needs room to bounce around in. The Double Doodle will be happier in a house with a fenced yard in which to explore and practice his work.  Double Doodles are most comfortable in moderate temperatures. They do not do well in very cold weather. During the winter months, daily walks should be shorter and he may appreciate a warm coat.

Activity Level
low activity medium activity high activity
Low Medium High
Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week
14 miles
walk mileage
Minutes of Activity Per Day
60 minutes
activity minutes

Double Doodle Food Consumption

Cups Per Day
3 cups
cup per day cost cup per day cost cup per day cost
Daily Cost
$1.20 - $1.90
food bowls daily cost
Monthly Cost
$39.00 - $52.00
food bag monthly cost

Double Doodle Owner Experiences

Mackanaw
5 Years
4 People
House
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Grooming
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Energy
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Dog Parks
Walk
chasing birds on the beach
Fetch
Our dog is awesome. He loves our young boys, and is great as a family dog. He is the best dog we have had and I will most def get another.
9 months, 2 weeks ago
Zena
2 Years
2 People
House
Health
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Friendliness
Energy
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dog park, cuddling,
love it she's the sweetest dog!!!1
1 year, 4 months ago
Max
3 Years
3 People
Apartment
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Cuddling playing with other dogs
Walks, hiking fishing playing kayaking car rides
He's very loyal super smart very obedient awesomew kids people and dogs I suffer from anxiety and panic attacks and he has helped me through them tremendously Max has definitely made my life much happier I feel loved again appreciated he always wants to be with me want to go everywhere enjoy doing whatever I'm doing he is my best friend he always makes me laugh cuz he's a goofball he likes to go and try to catch sunfish when we're at the lake he also enjoys being on the kayak with me whether I'm fishing or just kayaking he does not like to swim though but he will stand in the water he's honestly the best dog I've ever had
1 year, 6 months ago
Lucky
9 Years
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Walking
Extremely friendly, loves kids, easy to train, loves to be around people and smart
1 year, 7 months ago
Ellie
2 Years
9+ People
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She is a very kind and cute dog
1 year, 8 months ago
Bentley
18 Months
5 People
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Friendliness
Energy
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Pastimes
Walk
Walks
Very picky with food, Velcro, wants attention all the time. We have a big yard, but his Willing to just lay down all day unless someone is ready to play with him. Very intelligent, easy house broken, sleeps all through the night until 6am, very hyper when around visitors.
5 years, 8 months ago
Kipper
4 Months
4 People
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Friendliness
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He is super trainable and eager to please. A good eater but not overly food motivated. Fluffy at this age and super cute + gets lots of attention from strangers. Good with other dogs + the cat is definitely boss. Wonderful with the kids. Wouldn't say he is too hyper by puppy standards, but he does enjoy his walks.
5 years, 6 months ago
Beemer
9 Years
4 People
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Energy
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We have two double doodles and they are the best dogs ever.... Beemer and Cooper we love you!!!
5 years, 5 months ago
Ellie
6 Months
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Playing fetch
Walk
Run
We got Ellie a few months ago and everyone loves her. She's the absolute sweetest and is very friendly. She gets along with every person and other animals.
5 years, 3 months ago
Henry
13 Weeks
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
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Walking
Explore the woods
everything!
Explore the city
Running
Playing in the snow
I have an Australian Double Doodle called Henry, he is absolutely amazing and so gentle with everyone he meets! He is always eager to learn new tricks and loves running around the fields. He is great wit kids and wouldn't change him for the world.
5 years ago
Obi Wan Kenobi
5 Months
2 People
Apartment
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Ive had trouble with Obi's allergies and ear infections. She is an amazing service dog who is super attentive and eager to learn. As a puppy she was shy around people and did not like them but as she has grown older (and after much socialization) she has come to be comfortable around them although she did inherit the poodle quality of only allowing people to pet her for short amounts of time. Shes a very calm dog, if im doing homework then she chills next to the couch and just sleeps but she is active as long as I'm active, she is very good about matching my energy, and thats not just because shes a service dog. I brush her every day but that is only to keep her coat fluffy... people say she is one of the fluffiest dogs they have ever seen. She is a great cuddler and loves being in my lap (even though she no longer fits) and she loves playing fetch as well as agility training! I have had the best experience owning a double doodle!
4 years, 7 months ago
Kona
5 Months
4 People
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Walk
Explore the woods
Hike
Swim
Fetch
Explore the city
Our double doodle Kona is the smartest dog we have ever had. She is so caring and funny. We love her so much.
4 years, 5 months ago
Lola
11 Weeks
5 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
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Walk
Run
Explore the woods
Learn a new trick
Hike
Play
Agility training
Tug-of-war
Fetch
High Five
Heel
Playing in the snow
Lola is our first family dog and I couldn’t ask for a more intelligent and loyal companion. She has already mastered so many simple commands in a short span that we’ve had her. Lola is eager to learn and picks up new skills quickly. She is well behaved playing with our children and is good around strangers & other animals. She’s loves playing outside and going on walks, then playing with her toys inside. After a good walk and play session she’s ready to chill out and take a nap, since she’s still a puppy. We are all overjoyed to have Lola as part of our family!
3 years, 10 months ago
Hurley
14 Months
3 People
House & Yard
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Super high energy. Loves to play and he will change his toys to keep your attention.
3 years, 8 months ago
Teddy
7 Months
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Playing ball, walking
Loves life! So excited when coming into contact with people/dogs/anything that moves. We are working on the over excitement with a trainer at present. Very funny and extremely clever. Great companion. Loves a cuddle.
3 years, 8 months ago
Ziggy
7 Months
3 People
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Easy to train, affectionate, loves people, loves riding in the car.
3 years, 6 months ago
Nino
2 Weeks
3 People
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It’s a blast. I really enjoys it.
3 years, 5 months ago
Jasper
10 Months
3 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Fetch
Frisbee
We have a beautiful male double Doodle. He is the sweetest and most Loving dog.he is very intelligent so full of energy.
3 years, 5 months ago
Max
13 Months
3 People
Apartment
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Friendliness
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Walking
Cuddeling
Soccer
Hike
Hunting
Fetch
Car rides
Max is a very well-behaved and loving dog he's great with all animals he is protective of my kids and me he's very friendly loving I'm very intuitive to my emotions when I am sad he feels it and makes me happy when I am having an anxiety attack see he also acknowledges as soon as me while I'm having one he is my best friend he does not like to swim but he will go in the water to his shoulders he is always up for playing what are B hide and go seek soccer are just walking hiking he's up for anything
3 years, 1 month ago
Ghost
10 Months
5 People
House & Yard
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Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
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Very intelligent, understands commands but is sometimes stubborn and will only listen if he knows he will get rewarded. Very alert, friendly and always wants to play.
2 years, 11 months ago
Bruno
1 Year
4 People
House & Yard
Health
Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
Trainability
Pastimes
Playing in the snow
playing with other dogs
Running
swimming
Lots of energy, chew’s a lot, is very sweet, sleeper.
2 years, 8 months ago
Zella
6 Months
2 People
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Friendliness
Energy
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This is my 1st one and i love her
2 years, 8 months ago
Bleu
4 Months
4 People
House & Yard
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Grooming
Friendliness
Energy
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Pastimes
I’m in love with her
2 years, 7 months ago
Duke
8 Months
5 People
House & Yard
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Friendliness
Energy
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Pastimes
I didn't think I would like dogs, But i LOVE him 🦮🐕
2 years, 6 months ago
ford
9 Weeks
2 People
House & Yard
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My double doodle is very friendly and always loves to be held he always falls asleep on my right should and is always on my lap when i drive
2 years, 3 months ago
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I have a double doodle/standard golden doodle and standard labradoodle mix. I’ve got to purchase a new crate for him as he has outgrown his. What size do I need to buy? I’m between a large and xl. I know he will be big but not entirely sure how big he will get.

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What is the age that a double doodle is full grown and how big and tall will he get

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I have a double doodle. Mom is a golden doodle and dad is a labradoodle. What is the best breed for my double doodle to breed with? Mine has the wavy hair and has the teddy bear look with reddish coloring and a couple white spots. If I’m trying to get the same type of dog and have the awesome temperament of the double doodle, what do you breed a double doodle with and what would they be called?

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It's important to emphasize that there are no guarantees when it comes to breeding. This is especially true when it comes to hybrid dogs as the pups can inherit genes from either side and from previous generations. Things become more predictable as we continue to breed the same hybrid breeds together. If you wish to have similar puppies, it would make sense to breed with either a Golden Doodle, Labradoodle or 'Double Doodle'.
2 years, 6 months ago
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I have a 10 month old beautiful straight hair double doodle. And in the last two months she is shedding like crazy .. it’s very hard too keep things clean (hair). Vacuuming everything 2 to 3 times a day

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So I have A Double Doodle. Her Name is Millie. She is a Labradoodle/Golden doodle mix. I have been thinking of breeding her. If I breed her what breed will her puppies be called?

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What is a goldendoodle and labordor retriever mix?

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