If you’re like most people who hear the term “labradoodle,” chances are you’re confused. A Labradoodle is a designer dog that results from crossing a Labrador Retriever and a Standard Poodle (cross-bred dogs are often called designer dogs) as service dogs.
Labradoodles have a loving and caring temperament. They appreciate affection and bond well with their families. They are very intelligent and tend to be quite active as well. They may get bored with repetition and enjoy alternating activities.
Labradoodles typically have curly coats, but can have the straight coat of a Labrador. Since Labradoodles have minimal shedding, they are extremely attractive to those who suffer from pet allergies. There have been claims that labradoodles do not have the typical body odor of dogs.
Australian Labradoodles are a multigenerational crossbreed that is typically 25% Labrador Retriever and 75% Standard Poodle. This proportion seems to guarantee no flaking. American Labradoodle breeders vary the percentages; a 50% mix puppy can shed and as such is not the best choice for those with severe allergies.
Labradoodle puppies sell for between $100 and $1500, depending on breeder standards. Multi-generation cross puppies with health guarantees seem to sell for more than 50% of the first generation litter.
Labradoodles can have the same genetic medical problems as the standard poodle and Labrador retriever, such as eye and hip problems. People buying a Labradoodle puppy should be careful, as with any breed, to check references, see the parents of the litter, and request a written health guarantee.
