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Goldendoodles are becoming more and more popular!! When we first got ours 10+ years ago, they were very rare and some people didn’t know what they even were. In this post we hope to educate you on what is a Goldendoodle, fun facts about them, sizing, and the different generations.

What is a Goldendoodle?

Goldendoodles are one of the most popular “designer dogs” and are a cross between two of the top five smartest dogs in the world—a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. Both Golden Retrievers and Poodles are known for their sweet and intelligent personalities. Dogs that are hybrid get the best of both worlds and inherit the best qualities of the two breeds. By combining the Poodle and Retriever you get an incredibly smart dog that is easy to train, always aiming to please, and the best all-around family-friendly dog.

Fun Facts about Goldendoodles:

They are athletic: Energetic and playful, Goldendoodles love to exercise. They’re happy to laze around (they make great cuddle buddies), but activities is where they excel. These dogs are great companions for active families. They love hiking, going for car rides, walks, and going to the park.
They are very friendly: Anyone who’s met a Goldendoodle can attest to their friendliness. They’re known to become fast friends with children, cats, and other dog breeds.
They love water: Most Goldendoodles have a strong love for swimming. It is important to start them young so they enjoy it more and more as they get older.
They make great service dogs: As previously mentioned, Goldendoodles get the best characteristics of their parents. They have Poodles’ brains and the loyalty and obedience of the Golden Retriever. Goldendoodles make wonderful guide or therapy dogs.
They are eager to learn: Goldendoodles catch on quick and love learning new tricks and commands. They aim to please and want to make their owners proud.

Goldendoodle Generations

F1 = Golden Retriever X Poodle (50% Poodle X 50% Golden Retriever)

F1b = F1 Goldendoodle X Poodle (75% Poodle X 25% Golden Retriever)

F1bb = F1b Goldendoodle X Poodle (12.5% Golden Retriever X 87.5% Poodle)

F2 = F1 Goldendoodle X F1 Goldendoodle (50% Golden X 50% Poodle)

F2b = F1 Goldendoodle X F1B Goldendoodle (62.5% Poodle X 37.5% Golden Retriever)

F3 = Goldendoodle X F1B Goldendoodle (75% Poodle X 25% Golden Retriever)

Multigen = F2B Goldendoodle X F2B Goldendoodles (62.5% Poodle X 37.5% Golden Retriever)

Goldendoodle Sizing

How do breeders know how much they will weigh full grown? It is very simple! All you need to know is the weight of the Goldendoodle’s parents. Add the two weights together and divide by two. Below is the Goldendoodle Sizing Chart.

Micro Goldendoodle 3-10 lbs

Teacup/Toy Goldendoodle 7-17 lbs

Mini Goldendoodle 15-30 lbs

Medium Goldendoodle 30-45 lbs

Standard Golendoodle 45-90 lbs

Do Goldendoodles Shed?

Goldendoodles are known as being hypoallergenic dogs. They have hair, not fur. Just like how we occasionally have hair that falls out they are very similar. However, depending on which generation you get, you may see less shedding if they have been bred with proper genetics.

We might be a little biased but Goldendoodles are the best all around family dog! Fill out an application to apply for our upcoming litters.

The Ultimate New Puppy Checklist

Preparing for a puppy can be very overwhelming, that's why we've put together a list of all our puppy must-haves!

Crate

Purchase a crate that gives your puppy enough room to comfortably stand up, turn around, and lie down with their legs stretched. Always get a bigger crate that your puppy can grow into. The Revol Crate comes with a divider panel that lets you adjust the size while they grow. Not only is this crate aesthetically pleasing but it’s very inviting and less like a dungeon. The Revol comes with a puppy divider, removable tray for easy cleaning and a ceiling hatch for easy access to soothe your puppy. It’s SO easy to setup and take down, watch how we do it here.

For more of affordable option we recommend the Evolv Crate. The celling can be removed and it can double as a play pen! Both of these are crates that we use and love. All of our puppies are introduced to these crates at 5 weeks of age.

All MLF Families receive a discount from DIGGS. Discount will automatically apply at checkout.

Crate sizing:

Small Crate is designed for dogs up to 30 lbs. This size works great for our Petite and Mini Goldendoodles.
Medium Crate is designed for dogs up to 50 lbs. This size works great for our Mini and Medium Goldendoodles.
Intermediate Revol is designed for larger dogs up to 70 lbs. This size works great for our Standard Goldendoodles.

Purchased the crate, now what?! Click here to learn how to crate train.

Training

Training is an essential part of owning a dog. Start training RIGHT when you get your puppy. You can start on Cornerstone online platform or if you live locally here in Utah you can take their board and train program. They offer several different classes: Potty training, Crate training, and advanced training. They give all of our families a special MLF discount. Use code: MLF50 to save. You can learn more about these programs here.

Food is a powerful motivator for dogs—which is why it can often be very effective for obedience training. We have found that Rocco and Roxie and Pupford are the perfect treat to reward good behavior. These tasty treats have clean ingredients and our dogs go crazy over them!

Pantry

We start weaning puppies off mother with TLC Pet Food soaked puppy food. This puppy food provides easy digestion and excellent nutrition for your growing puppy. This blend is high in protein and packed with premium quality meat. It’s important to keep them on puppy formula for the first year of their life as they are growing and need all the extra nutrients. After the first year your puppy can graduate to an adult formula.

Why Choose TLC Pet Food?

Premium quality pet food, made using wholesome, natural ingredients
Made in Canada by trained nutritionists. By following EU standards, we can feel confident knowing that all of the ingredients are of the highest standards and all of Formulas are fully supplemented.
Delivered fresh and delivered FREE to your door
Schedule using Autoship and never worry about running out of food!

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Elevated dog feeders are gamer changer! Not only are these bowls classy but they help with the movement of food when traveling from the mouth to the stomach. These bowls are easy to clean and maintain.

Get an airtight container to store dog food. It seals and clamps to keep out moisture and pests out and will keep the food fresh longer.

Walk Gear + ACCESSORIES

This walk set has everything you need- leash, collar, and poop bag dispenser. Add these poop bags to your cart because you’re going to need them. But first, West and Doodledoodanas are some of our favorite bandana shops!

On the go

We have several puppies that fly home with their new owners on the airplane. These carriers work perfect and keep your dog safe and comfortable. Most airlines let you get your puppy out on the plane once you are in the air. Wondering how to fly with a puppy? Visit here.

At Home Grooming

Blowdryer | Shampoo & Conditioner | Comb | Brush

Having a dirty or wet dog running around your house is not fun. All of the items above will save you trips to the groomers!

Toys and Bones

Monkey Toy | Training Aid | Kong Balls | Dog Puzzle | Benebone

All of these items will help your puppy through the teething stage. We send home each of our puppies with a Benebone. They are durable and feel great on their teeth.