Goldendoodle

Breed Group: sporting

"My heart is as golden as my coat!"

Breed Profile

Goldendoodles are a mix of two of the most affectionate, friendly breeds: Golden Retrievers and Poodles. They adore being around people and crave companionship. Their personalities and coats range depending on their genes, but you can count on these cute canines to be your best friend to the end.

Behavior

The Goldendoodle is smart, friendly, social, and family-oriented. They tend to follow their nose wherever it leads them, so a fenced-in yard is a must. Goldendoodles are always ready for a game, especially if it involves fetching or tapping into their natural retriever instincts. These dogs don’t bark much and like to make friends with strangers, so they’re more likely to be companions instead of protectors.

Coat

The Goldendoodle’s coat is a cross between the Golden Retriever and Poodle coat, having fine hair that can be curly or straight. Depending on the Poodle influence, Goldendoodles can come in a wide variety of colors, including white, tan, chocolate, black, red, silver, or a mix. They may shed very little or a bit more based on whether their Poodle side or Golden Retriever side is stronger. No matter what kind of coat they may have, plan on brushing your Goldendoodle regularly and clipping it every few months.

Lifestyle

Goldendoodles are the quintessential family dog. They’re eager to please and get along well with children, other animals, and strangers. These pups are social and love being around people, so they do best with families that are home a lot. Because of their craving for companionship, Goldendoodles should always live inside and never been banned to the backyard.

Activity

The Goldendoodle requires an average amount of exercise. Most enjoy swimming, daily walks, and playtime. With Golden Retriever in their genes, these dogs do well at games that involve retrieving, like fetch and Frisbee. Goldendoodles also make great therapy dogs, so if your pup is on the low-key side, consider getting them involved in that type of activity to keep them busy while fulfilling their craving for being around people.

Characteristics

Space Needs

Activity Needs

Intelligence

Playfulness

Grooming Needs

Trainability

Watch Ability

Dog-friendliness

Child-friendliness

About the Goldendoodle

As a mix between Golden Retrievers and Poodles, the Goldendoodle combines two of the most loving, family-friendly breeds around. Although their personalities can vary depending on their genes and surroundings, most Goldendoodles are sweet, social, and love people. They also learn quickly and enjoy any activity that includes the people they love. Their coats range from curly to straight (but both require plenty of grooming), and they come in a variety of colors. Goldendoodles are far from guard dogs and watchdogs, but if you’re looking for a kind companion that will warm your heart, this might be the right breed for you.