Breed Profile: Labradoodle

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The Labradoodle is an intelligent, playful, energetic dog with a strong desire to please her owners. Originally bred to serve as guide dogs, these dogs can be wonderful therapy dogs and service dogs as well as family pets.Group: Not applicable at this time Size: Three: Miniature, Medium, and Standard Origin: Australia and the United States Colors: Many, from cream to black

Labradoodles are a mix between Labrador Retrievers and Poodles.

The Labradoodle is an intelligent, playful, energetic dog with a strong desire to please their owners. Originally bred to serve as guide dogs, these dogs can be wonderful therapy dogs and service dogs as well as family pets.

The first Labradoodle was created to serve as a guide dog for a woman whose husband was allergic to dogs. Since that beginning, other breeds have been used, including Irish Water Spaniels and Curly Coated Retrievers. However, the vast majority of Labradoodles are a cross between Labrador Retrievers and Poodles. Because these dogs are not yet a pure breed (although several organizations now are working to create a purebred Labradoodle) today there are still many differences in size, coat colors and types, temperament, and amounts of shedding.

Labradoodles are found in three sizes: Miniature (14 to 16 inches); Medium (17 to 20 inches); and Standard (21 to 24 inches). Two coat varieties are allowed. The Fleece coat is either soft and wavy or has a spiral curl. The Wool coat is like lamb's wool and has a looser curl.

Excerpts from several breed standards for Labradoodles, including the Australian Labradoodle Association of America breed standard:

General Appearance: Athletic and graceful; never heavy or clumsy.

Temperament: Intelligent, clever, friendly towards people, playful and energetic.

Size: Three sizes: Miniature (14 to 16 inches); Medium (17 to 20 inches); and Standard (21 to 24 inches).

Fun Facts: Labradoodles are found in a variety of colors with some interesting names, including parchment, lavender, cafe, chocolate, caramel, silver, and chalk.

Liz Palika

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