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Labradoodle

Thinking about purchasing an Labradoodle? Then read our breed profile including a brief description, information on height, weight, color, coat, temperament, grooming, activity and history. Purchasing a new puppy is a commitment that may last ten or more years so please educate yourself on the Labradoodle breed, including all stages of their life from puppy hood to older dog.

Ask yourself will I be a good owner? Do I have the time it takes to train a new puppy? Do I have the resources to give my new dog a rewarding life. Do I have a local veterinarian that I can take my new dog to? Do I have a groomer or can I do the grooming myself on a regular basis. Fundamental requirements for a being a good Labradoodle owner;

properly feed your new dog,
house them comfortably
train them in basic obedience.

Before making a purchase talk to the breeder, ask them many questions about their dogs and the breed in general. A good breeder will teach you about the Labradoodle and they will have many questions for you about your home and life style and if this breed is suited for you and your family.

Questions you may want to ask an Labradoodle Breeder:

When were your Labradoodles born? When will they be allowed to leave?
Have your puppies received their first shots? being wormed? had a puppy check up with your veterinarian?
What type of socialization have the puppies received? with children? with other pets? in the home?
Have you seen genetic problems in previous litters? What are your health guarantees?
Are there any health certifications on the sire or dam?
What is the temperament of the puppies, of the mother? shy? boisterous? aggressive? skittish?
If you become unable to care for your new Labradoodle, will the breeder help you find a new home?

It is recommended that you sign a contract with the breeder so that there will be no misunderstandings on the arrangements made. Then bring home your new Labradoodle and enjoy as "there is no greater love then a dog's devotion."

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Labradoodle Profile

A Labradoodle is a Poodle hybrid that is a cross-breed of a Poodle and a Labrador Retriever and may demonstrate any combination of traits from those two breeds. Poodle hybrids have become very popular in the past few years. They play a big role in the current designer dog trend. The cross with the Poodle is usually because of the the Poodle's non-shedding coat. The experimentation of these hybrid or designer dogs has not been recognized by the American Kennel Club or Canadian Kennel Club. The key to cross breeding to purebred dogs is what is called hybrid vigor, the breeding resulting in a healthier dog with superior genetic constitution can come from dogs purebred for so long that they have common genetic disorders. Labradoodles are fairly large dogs used primarily as guide dogs, they’re highly intelligent, loyal, alert, confident dogs. They are well suited for special work such as Assistance dogs, Hearing or Seizure Alert dogs, or Guide dogs. They are also very joyful, vivacious, sociable, and friendly. Very devoted and loyal to their family.

Height: Standard: 21 - 24 in., Medium: 17 - 20 in., Miniature: 12 - 16 in.
Weight: Standard: 44 - 88 lb., Medium: 33 - 41.5 lb., Miniature: 22 - 33 lb.

Color: Apricot, black, brown (Chocolate or Café), Chalk, Cream, Gold, Red, Silver.
Coat: Coats may range from short sparse hairy coats, long flowing coats, to wooly curly coats. The hair coats are harsh in texture and can be curly, straight, wavy, long or short.

Temperament: Very affectionate and loving.

With Children: Excellent with children, they absolutely adore them.
With Pets: Get along well with other dogs and animals.
Special Skills: They love water and are natural swimmers and retrievers.

Watch-dog: Not good, they need time and attention from their owners.
Guard-dog: Not good.

Labradoodle Care and Exercise: Medium activity with average exercise needs (daily walking is recommended). Flat and wavy coats only need little grooming. Curly coats require regular grooming. Labradoodle’s coats repel moisture and dirt so baths are infrequent.
Training: Easy to train.
Learning Rate: Very quick to learn, extremely intelligent and confident, these dogs can be very clever.

Activity: They are very active yet show no aggression to people or other dogs.
Living Environment: In a home with a family, singles or an active older couples.

Labradoodle Health Issues: They cannot live with people that have allergies. Skin problems are the most common condition. But, overall the Labradoodle is a very healthy breed.

Life Span: 9 - 15 years
Litter Size: 4 - 15

Country of Origin: Australia
History of the Labradoodle: The Labradoodle is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Standard Poodle. The breed was intended for helping the impaired and used primarily as Guide dogs. All this was initiated be Wally Cochran of the Royal Guide Dogs in Victoria, Australia.

First Registered by the AKC: Not registered by the AKC.
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Wednesday, December 17, 2008