Labradoodles?

Question

Goldendoodles & Cockapoos...how do you explain how they become shed-free & hypoallergenic by being half poodle? Can you base it on facts?

Why are they not on here: http://www.akc.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=2588 ?

I am trying to encourage people to actually RESEARCH & hopefully educate themselves about ther truth on this subject, G.E.G. Shhhhh, before YA takes this one off, too - LOL!

Answer 1

Didn't you know...it's MAGICAL!!!!

Answer 2

They aren't shed free nor hypoallergenic (actually all dogs shed to some extent and there is no such thing as hypoallergenic dogs).

Many of these mixes shed a lot, some shed minimally..some produce a lot of dander, some produce little (dander is what causes allergic reactions not the hair).

The shed free, hypoallergenic is simply a sales tactic.

The Labradoodle is NOT a breed in any form or shape. They are a mix. They do not breed true to any type despite the fact they have been being "bred" for over 20 years (actually none of the "poo" mixes breed true even those like the Cockapoo who has been being bred for over 30 years.). Until/unless they can actually breed true, have a real breed standard, etc they can't/won't become a recognized breed.
Purebred Poodles shed minimally, however most people don't notice it if they keep the dogs clipped and well groomed. If they don't the dogs become a matted mess.

Answer 3

the problem is.. not all are shed free.. some get the gene for shedding but often the "breeders" dispose of those pups since they are unwanted "by-products"
some pups get the gene from the poodle and others get the gene from the Golden or Cocker... its pretty much a 50/50 thing

typically these dogs are over priced and of lower quality than a purebred of either type from a reputable breeder - FACT : a reputable breeder takes the parents to shows to prove they are worthy of breeding - they have the parents checked by a vet for breeding soundness and genetic faults... The people breeding these crosses do NONE of that.. so they are breeding inferior dogs to inferior dogs and creating Mutts that they charge enourmous rates for... and people are suckered in to pay them...

Answer 4

ok, by breeding these dogs together, you will get some pups that have the poodle type hair and some that have the other type of hair. to get more with the poodle hair, the breeders will keep a pup out of these first litters and breed it back to a poodle. thus you have the doodles... and just as a side fact. no dog is "non shedding" they may not shed as much, and need to be shaved, but all dogs, of all hair types shed small amounts of hair all the time. I saw this with the mini schnauzer I had as a child that the breeders said was "non shedding" and the Carin terrier that my mom has now that the breeder said was "non shedding" if you could see the amount of hair that she picks up when she vaccumes, you would understand. :)

Answer 5

Some people are allergic to even pure bred poodles. My daughter is. It isn't the fur that people are allergic to. It is the dander from their skin.

Answer 6

You can't, and in fact many of them aren't. It's all a dice roll whether or not they end up with a the "poodle" coat.

Answer 7

You can't convince the real dog experts. They are waiting for it to become a real breed so they can laugh at all who say those "breeds" are mutts. I hope they are holding their breathe.

Answer 8

its bigger than a poodle but smaller than a labradour its got fluff like a poodle exept its fluff is staight ...............
Labradoodles are sociable, friendly, non aggressive, and extremely intuitive. Their intelligence and high trainability make them well suited for guide dogs, therapy dogs, and other assistance dogs. Their non allergic coats make them popular among people who have not been able to enjoy pets because of their allergies.

Answer 9

Dear Tyke,
I own a Labradoodle. He does not shed.
Thank you.


To answer your question, I'm not sure why. But they are not listed on the AKC website because they are a hybrid breed which is not yet being recognized. They make wonderful family dogs.