What is The Goldendoodle?
The Goldendoodle is a cross between the Golden Retriever and a Poodle. They
generally do not shed and are wonderful family and life companions. We
breed with high standards and use only parents whom have been health and
temperament tested. Goldendoodles are active, intelligent and eager to
please. Golden Retrievers tend to
be tender hearted and very tolerant of unpredictable handling. They are a
top choice for family companions, therapy dogs and for many service
dog organizations. Goldendoodles are known for being friendly and intelligent dogs. They are very easy to train which makes them great family pets. They are also very devoted to their family, especially the little ones. Goldendoodles will eagerly take part in family activities as well .
Goldendoodle Sizes We Offer
Standard: Standard Poodle and Golden retriever are used and the weights average 50-80 pounds
Moyen: European imported AKC poodle and a Golden Retriever and the weights average 40-50 pounds
Mini: AKC toy poodle and a Golden Retriever and the weights average 20-30 pounds
Temperament: We
carefully select our parents based on temperament and health, so that
good traits are passed down to their offspring. Standard Goldendoodles
are gentle and affectionate. They are highly trainable and incredibly
intelligent. They have an innate ability to read human emotions and
attach very deeply to their families/owner. They are working dogs and
require training, exercise and mental stimulation. It is imperative that
they are a part of your family and not a dog that is kept outside
looking in.
Mini Temperament: Mini Goldendoodles are fun loving, alert and sprightly. The Toy poodle
is loyal and sensitive to loud sounds and human emotions. They are
intelligent and easy to train. Coupled with the golden retrievers gentle
nature and easy going personality the mini doodle is gaining popularity
with those that prefer a smaller dog.
Mini (one standard and one toy parent) weight: average 30 pounds
Small Mini (one moyen and one toy parent) weight: average 20 pounds
Weight: Standard Goldendoodles average 50 pounds plus
Grooming: Goldendoodles require regular grooming. Brushing daily in between grooming appointments is best. They are prone to matting.
Health:
Goldendoodles live 10-15 years and common ailments are ear infections,
food intolerances and allergies. Cancer is very common in Golden
Retreiver lines, making our beloved Goldendoodles predisposed to cancer.
Coat Types
Straight Coat: Like a Golden Retriever, this coat may have a slight wave to it. They do not blow their coat like a Golden Retriever, but can and do shed.
Grooming: Easy to groom--a simple brush will suffice. May not need professional grooming.
Wavy Coat: This coat is very low to non-shedding. In general, most people with allergies are fine with a wavy coat. People tend to call this the "teddy bear" coat.
Grooming: The best of both worlds. Easy to maintain in-between professional grooming. Generally soft to the touch.
Curly Coat: This coat will be similar to the poodle coat and will not shed. This coat generally will not affect allergies.
Grooming: A poodle coat--curly and fleecy. While they don't shed, they still have to lose their hair. You will not see it around your house because it sticks in the coat and mats easily.
Straight Coat: Like a Golden Retriever, this coat may have a slight wave to it. They do not blow their coat like a Golden Retriever, but can and do shed.
Grooming: Easy to groom--a simple brush will suffice. May not need professional grooming.
Wavy Coat: This coat is very low to non-shedding. In general, most people with allergies are fine with a wavy coat. People tend to call this the "teddy bear" coat.
Grooming: The best of both worlds. Easy to maintain in-between professional grooming. Generally soft to the touch.
Curly Coat: This coat will be similar to the poodle coat and will not shed. This coat generally will not affect allergies.
Grooming: A poodle coat--curly and fleecy. While they don't shed, they still have to lose their hair. You will not see it around your house because it sticks in the coat and mats easily.
F1: coats generally do not shed, are soft and "wavy" and overall easier to groom.
F1b: coats generally are "curly" and poodle like in their appearance and touch.