Goldendoodle

The Poodle can be either standard, miniature or toy according to the American Kennel Club, and they are classified as a non-sporting dog. This highly intelligent breed joined the roster of the AKC in 1887 and was once the most favored dog in North America. With origins in Germany, it was really the breed enthusiasts of France that developed this high energy canine into one of the most clever breeds found today. They have worked as a waterfowl hunter and a circus performer, and today top the charts at obedience and conformation trials. Another excellent hunter and retriever of waterfowl, the Golden Retriever originated in Scotland before making their way to North America in the early 1900s. Known for their proficiency as a helpmate to hunters both in the water and on land, their talents have only multiplied over the years. Their personality and keen mind allow them to continue to work as a therapy dog, service dog, in drug and arson detection, and one must remember that above all, they are a wonderful companion. One can either have a Goldendoodle that is a cross between the two purebred parent breeds; a hybrid which is a cross between 25% Retriever and 75% Poodle or a cross between two Goldendoodles.