Goldendoodle
10-15 yrs
50-75 lbs
22-23"
North America, Australia

Goldendoodle

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50-75 lbs

22-23"

North America, Australia

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Golden Retriever

Poodle

Groodle, Curly Golden, Curly Retriever, Goldenoodle, Goldenpoo

A booming breed currently gaining wide popularity in North America and Australia, the Goldendoodle can easily be considered one the more popular hybrids due to its loving, docile and sweet nature. This loyal companion is a large, energetic dog and is a cross between the Standard Poodle and the Golden Retriever. These hybrids can generally be suited to all sorts of households so as long as they have the opportunity for plenty of walks, runs and playtime. The Goldendoodle is a high-maintenance breed and will need to be groomed by a professional groomer every 8 to 12 weeks.

                
                Purpose
              
Companion

                Date of Origin
              
1980’s

                Ancestry
              
Golden Retriever and Poodle

Goldendoodle Health

Average Size

Height: 23-24 inches Weight: 50-75 lbs

Height: 22-23 inches Weight: 50-75 lbs

Major Concerns

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease

Minor Concerns

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Occasional Diagnoses

Obesity
Skin Allergies

Occasional Tests

Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Blood Chemistry
DNA for VWD

Goldendoodle Breed History

The Poodle can be either standard, miniature or toy according to the American Kennel Club, and it is 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 him into one of the most clever breeds found today. He has worked as a waterfowl hunter and a circus performer, and today tops the charts at obedience and conformation trials. Another excellent hunter and retriever of waterfowl, the Golden Retriever originated in Scotland before making its way to North America in the early 1900s. Known for his proficiency as a helpmate to hunters both in the water and on land, his talents have only multiplied over the years. His personality and keen mind allow him to continue to work as a therapy dog, service dog, in drug and arson detection, and one must remember that above all, he is a wonderful companion. One can either have a Goldendoodle that is a cross between the two purebred parent breeds; a Goldendoodle which is a cross between 25% Retriever and 75% Poodle or a cross between two Goldendoodles.

Goldendoodle Breed Appearance

Appearance often depends on what kind of Poodle your Goldendoodle is a mix with. In general, the Standard Goldendoodle is 15 to 23 inches in height, and they will have round-broadened skulls, long muzzles, and dark, oval-shaped eyes. Eyes are most often brown but in rare occasions can be blue or green. Their coats can either be shaggy, loosely curled, or slightly smoothed over, but this is dependent on the cross. The body of this attractive hybrid tends to be long, well built and muscular. If your Goldendoodle takes on more of the Retriever characteristics then they will likely have deep chests, wide stances, and a thick, muscular tail.

Eye Color Possibilities

Blue

Brown

Nose Color Possibilities

Black

Brown

Coat Color Possibilities

Cream

Black

Brown

Red

Blue

Silver

Sable

Coat Length

Short Medium Long

Coat Density

Sparse Normal Dense

Coat Texture

Straight Wiry Wavy Curly Corded

Goldendoodle Breed Maintenance

The Goldendoodle can have either a shaggy Retriever like coat (this may not be hypoallergenic) or a loosely curled coat (hypoallergenic). As these dogs have a dense, double coat that is highly prone to matting or trapping of dirt. they require a lot of grooming. Generally, a professional trim is required every 8 to 12 weeks. With a Goldendoodle, you will need to to make sure that the fur around their eyes, hind end, footpads and ears are trimmed on a regular basis. As these dogs have floppy ears, you should monitor for ear infections particularly if your dog is a swimmer or is highly active. Goldendoodles should have their coats brushed with a slicker brush a few times a week in order to prevent mats from forming. As with all dogs, teeth cleaning should be done weekly when possible in order to prevent dental disease.

Brushes for Goldendoodle

Slicker Brush

Scissors

Clipper

Nail Clipper

Brushing Frequency

Daily Weekly Monthly

Goldendoodle Temperament

These breeds are a “work in progress” which means it’s hard to pinpoint exact behavioral traits common to the breed since they are still quite new. For the most part, owners and breeders of this hybrid say Goldendoodles tend to be easy to train and are loving companions that do well with both children and other pets. However, socialization at puppyhood is important, especially if you have very young children at home who have yet to learn when a dog has had enough play. Supervision between all dogs and young children is a must. These breeds often aren’t guard dog material and can be quite friendly when a stranger approaches. Nevertheless, every dog is different and some Goldendoodles may not take well to strangers, other pets or children. Introductions when your dog is a pup and regular times of socialization are key.

Goldendoodle Activity Requirements

These breeds are highly active and energetic dogs that will thrive in stimulating environments where they can play not only with owners but also with other dogs. They are best suited to active families who will be able to play games such as flyball and fetch. Some Goldendoodles may enjoy swimming games as this activity caters towards the instinctual retrieving ability of the Golden. These dogs will enjoy mental stimulation through agility courses and constant training as this is something most enjoyed by the Poodle breed. Due to their dense, double coated fur, these dogs do best in cooler to temperate climates. However, despite their size and energy levels, they can do well in both urban and rural areas so as long they have enough space to run and play.

Activity Level

                  Low
                  Medium
                  High
                
Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week
12 miles

Minutes of Activity Per Day
60 minutes

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Goldendoodle Food Consumption

Cups Per Day
3 cups
Daily Cost
$1.5 - $1.9
Monthly Cost
$39 - $52

Goldendoodle Owner Experiences

Lily

3 Years

3 People

House

Health

Grooming

Friendliness

Energy

Trainability

Pastimes

Run

Fetch

Cuddling

Lily is The most loving and lovable creature i have ever encountered. She genuinely loves and cares for every person in the household and is always so excited to meet new people and make new friends. Many times she will jump on you and lay next to you for hours. She will literally position herself to spoon with you. She loves cuddling. She is extremely high energy and she loves to sprint around the yard and play with sticks and her toys. It was remarkable how quickly she was trained. Within the first week she knew to go outside for the bathroom. And she even learned a few cool tricks in a matter of hours. Overall, i really can’t think of anything negative to say about her or this breed. Very impressive.

1 month ago

Lucy

7 Months

4 People

House & Yard

Health

Grooming

Friendliness

Energy

Trainability

Pastimes

So far she has been the sweetest abd friendliest dog I have ever had. She is also very smart and easy to train.

2 months ago

Laku

2 Years

3 People

House & Yard

Health

Grooming

Friendliness

Energy

Trainability

Pastimes

Lovely breed. Extremely friendly and easy to train.

4 months, 1 week ago

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