| Over the last several years designer dogs have | | | | with the breed being very loyal, and affectionate to |
| become very popular with breeders as well as pet | | | | their families. They are highly intelligent canines, which |
| lovers. These dogs are combinations of purebreds for | | | | tends to make them easy to train. Goldendoodles are |
| unique crosses, with the intentions of getting the | | | | very social, so do well with kids and strangers; do |
| best of both breeds in one animal. One of the popular | | | | not count on them to be effective watchdogs. |
| crossbreeds available it the Goldendoodle. This is the | | | | Owners do need to be cautious of the dog and its |
| combination of a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. | | | | keen sense of smell. They do tend to follow their |
| The Goldendoodle appears similar to the Poodle with | | | | nose so to speak, and will disobey to find the source |
| a very similar coat. The coat of the Poodle provides | | | | of good smells. |
| this cross with a non-shedding, hypo-allergenic quality, | | | | You would be hard pressed to find another dog |
| while the Golden Retriever provides the strong legs | | | | breed with as much love for play and enthusiasm as |
| of the cross. | | | | the Goldendoodle. Both Poodles and Golden |
| The dog breed generally averages in size between | | | | Retrievers enjoy the water and this carries over on |
| the Poodle and Retriever, but due to unpredictability | | | | the crossbreed as well. Swimming will quickly become |
| when crossing can be smaller or larger. A female will | | | | a favorite pastime along with almost any outdoor |
| be approximately 21 -23 inches tall and weigh 45 - 60 | | | | activity such as hiking and biking. Goldendoodles also |
| pounds. While a male stands 22 - 24 inches and | | | | make excellent hunting dogs with their keen sense of |
| weighs in around 55 - 75 pounds. | | | | smell, so they make excellent companions for |
| Goldendoodle coats as stated earlier are very similar | | | | hunters. |
| to that of the Poodle. Typically this is very curly to | | | | Do to their high energy levels Goldendoodles need |
| wavy soft hair, but can be straight or rarer versions | | | | plenty of room to play. This breed is not |
| of the cross. The color of the Goldendoodle varies | | | | recommended for owners who live in apartments, as |
| based on the genes of the Poodle in the mix. The | | | | a backyard is really needed. This breed also does well |
| usual color options are chocolate, blonde, black, and | | | | in a rural setting, but care should be taken so their |
| cream; but red, cafe, silver, parti, or a mix is possible. | | | | nose does not lead them too far from home. |
| The temperament of the dog is overall very good, | | | | |