Goldendoodle Dog

 Attributes

Thick shaggy coat, low-shedding

Size

Weight

Miniature: 15-35 lbs. Standard: 45-100 lbs.

Miniature: 15-35 lbs. Standard: 45-100 lbs.

Height

Miniature: 13-20 in. Standard: 20-24 in.

(at withers)

Miniature: 13-20 in. Standard: 20-24 in.

Coat

Length

Medium

Color

Gold, cream, apricot, red, brown, black, white, gray or multicolored

Care

Exercise

30 minutes/day

Energy level

Moderate to high

Longevity

10-15 yrs.

Needs

High

Traits

Barking

Snoring

Drooling

Digging

Grooming Needs

Social Needs

Club recognition

AKC Class.

Not recognized

UKC Class.

Not recognized

Prevalence

Common

Goldendoodle dog laying in the grass.

About the Goldendoodle Dog

The goldendoodle dog is a cross between a poodle and a golden retriever and tends to exhibit the best traits of both their parent breeds.

Goldendoodle Dog personality

As with their appearance, goldendoodles' temperament might take after one parent more than the other. But more often than not, they're intelligent, obedient and extremely loving dogs. Goldendoodles love people and also get along great with other pets, and they tend to be patient and gentle with young children — making them a fantastic choice for families.

They are far too friendly to make good guard dogs or watchdogs and would more likely try to befriend a stranger than warn them off. As highly social dogs, they need to be with their family and wouldn't do well as outside dogs or in homes where they'd be left alone for long periods of time, which could cause them to develop separation anxiety.

What to expect

Goldendoodles are fairly energetic dogs who need room to romp and play. As such, they may not be a good choice for apartments but would do well in a home with a fenced-in yard. They need about 30 minutes of daily play and exercise to stay fit and entertained.

With their high intelligence, they can get bored easily and need activities to keep them out of trouble, but they can also be content curling up on the couch for cuddles. If you're crate training them, it's best to provide toys to keep them entertained and to turn on the TV or radio when leaving, so they won't get distressed while they're alone.

Although it's possible that they'll take after their golden retriever parents in terms of shedding, goldendoodles more typically don't shed a lot. They don't need to be bathed more often than every couple of months unless they get dirty, but they do need to be brushed daily to keep their coats from matting. If their coat is clipped fairly short, which some pet parents prefer, they will only need to be brushed once or twice a week.

History of the Goldendoodle Dog

Goldendoodles first appeared in the 1990s to provide a larger alternative to the already popular cockapoo: a cross between a poodle and a cocker spaniel. They're a fairly recent entry into the designer poodle crossbreeds but have been steadily gaining in popularity, with a more recent surge in demand generated by social media.

As they're technically mixed-breed dogs, goldendoodles are not recognized by the AKC or other international purebred dog registries. And as of 2019, no breeding clubs have formed to promote the development of a breed standard. However, they are recognized by the American Canine Hybrid Club and can be registered with that organization.

As cute as they are sweet and loving, goldendoodles are also energetic and playful, making them an excellent match for active families who like to include their dogs in all of their outdoor adventures.