33117 - Labradoodle

Breed History

The World’s First Labradoodle was created in 1989 by a man named Wally Conron who worked at the Royal Guide Dogs Association of Australia. He had received a request from a blind woman in Hawaii whose husband was allergic to longhaired dogs. This breed has since gained worldwide popularity and remains a very sought-after breed today. This breed is the perfect mix between a Poodle and Labrador Retriever.

Personality

This Labradoodle is known for having a very loving, caring, and pleasant personality. They are very smart dogs and eager to be a part of your family. They also tend to be very social and interact well children and other pets in the home. They are not aggressive dogs and have very warm and approachable demeanors. They make marvelous family pets and are known to quickly bond.

Appearance

Labradoodles do not shed heavy and do not require excessive brushing. Most do well with standard grooming every six to eight weeks. Depending on the dog’s activity level, a weekly to bi-weekly bath is suggested. Making sure your Labradoodle is properly groomed will allow him to look and feel his best.

Care

Labradoodles do best with a balance of meat-based protein and micronutrients, as well as healthy carbs and fats. This breed also tends to do well being fed twice a day with meals spaced apart every twelve hours. This will help to ensure the dog is provided with the proper nutrients he needs. It is also important that his teeth get cleaned a minimum of three times a week. Failing to keep his teeth clean can contribute to health issues. Although properly cleaning his teeth will take some practice to get good at, in time, this will become easier for you and your pup.

Breed Size

• The Standard Labradoodle stands between twenty-two and twenty-four inches tall.
• At maturity this breed weighs between fifty and sixty-five pounds.
• They have an average life expectancy of twelve to fifteen years.

Breed Facts

Fact: Labradoodles are a mix between a Poodle and Labrador Retriever.

Fact: This breed is considered a very smart dog who trains with ease.

Fact: Labradoodles have different coat types and are not known for heavy shedding.