Golden Guidelines
Here you can find the most frequently asked questions about Goldendoodles so you know what to expect when welcoming one of our puppies into your home.
There are three Goldendoodle generations:
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F1: Golden Retriever (50%) + Poodle (50%)
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F1B: Poodle (75%) + Goldendoodle (25%) (F1)
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F2: Goldendoodle (F1) + Goldendoodle (F1)
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Multigen: Goldendoodle + Goldendoodle (F1B, Multigen) or Poodle
Goldendoodles are a hybrid mix between a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. Generations refer to what genetic mix of each breed the puppy has.
There are three Goldendoodle sizes:
The size of a Goldendoodle is affected by the Poodle that is bred. Poodles come in three different sizes: toy, miniature, and standard. As a Poodle cross, Goldendoodles also come in toy, miniature, and standard sizes.
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Toy Goldendoodle: 10-16" and 7-15lbs
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Miniature Goldendoodle: 13-20" and 15-35lbs
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Standard Goldendoodle: 17-24" and 35-55lbs
Grooming a Goldendoodle:
Because Goldendoodles are a Golden Retriever and Poodle hybrid, the type of hair and grooming needs may vary by parents and generation. While some Goldendoodles may have curlier hair like the Poodle, others may have straight hair like the Golden Retriever. Goldendoodles with wavy and curlier hair will likely shed very little and will require to be groomed around every 6 weeks. Please keep in mind that just because Goldendoodles are less likely to shed than some other breeds does not mean they are hypoallergenic. Although less shed may help with some allergies, pet allergies are caused by dander from the skin and not from the hair.
Goldendoodles love water:
Both Poodles and Golden Retrievers were bred to be water dogs and have webbed feet like a duck to assist them in their aquatic abilities. Because of this, it is very common for Goldendoodles to love water and enjoy going for a swim.
Goldendoodles have health benefits:
Because Goldendoodles are a hybrid breed, they are at a lower risk for developing breed-specific genetic diseases such as hip dysplasia for Golden Retrievers. Although Goldendoodles are at a lower risk for such diseases, we recommend anyone who is looking for a Goldendoodle to make sure your breeder offers a genetic health guarantee for your puppy.