Does anyone have or know someone with a goldendoodle?

Question

I'm getting a goldendoodle (a golden retreiver and poodle mix) what are the positives and negatives?

Answer 1

I have seen them at the vet's clinic. They are wonderful dogs. They don't shed very much and are sweet. The only downside that I find is that they are more high-energy than Goldens. The few that come in are very healthy, more so than Goldens.

Answer 2

Please tell me you didnt pay a large amount of money for this mixed breed. Yes it IS a mixed breed no matter what anyone tells you...they are NOT recognized by any of the major dog breed associations. The main reasons these two breeds were bread was people wanted a large active dog like a golden retreiver (theres also Labradoodles) with the hypoallergenic properties of the Poodle. The only problem with this theory is you dont know what traits your going to get with the puppies.

To me there really is no advantage for this mixed breed and unfortunatly I've seen people that have paid up to $900 for a goldendoodle. Before you get this dog make sure to visit your local Humane society and pounds to see if you can find a good mixed breed.

Answer 3

Most do not shed much but you will find some that shed a lot. Over all they tend to be very friendly and active. Size can vary from 50lbs to @ 100lbs. Yes they can get bigger than both the Golden and the Standard Poodle. Ensure you get one from a good breeder. They are a dog of choice right now so there are a lot of money hungry people breeding them. Tiger Woods has one. No one can yet say what breed a pup will take most after, but if it is a 50/50 mix be ready for shedding. Look for a 75% poodle, much less shedding.
Most love swimming. Fur can be wavy or entirely curly or somewhere in between.
Over all great dogs if you are prepared for a lot of walking or running with a large dog.

Answer 4

Most "doodle" breeders care much more about cash than conformation. I agree with the others that paying a breeder to produce these dogs is counterproductive and not something I would recommend.

I know I am not going to talk you out of it, so be SURE that you get one from a breeder that does testing of the parents: OFA, CERF, etc. Also, talk with the breeder's vet about health problems in both breeds, and if the breeder's dogs have any issues. Hips, eyes, elbows, diabetes, hypothyroidism, and more are common in both breeds, and no matter what the breeder tells you, mixing the two breeds does NOT make a healthier pup...all pups will be at risk unless the parents are cleared, and even then, there will be a small risk.

Answer 5

My husband's co worker bought one of these, after I told him that I would not recommend it (and he asked, I didn't volunteer my big mouth opinion...). Anyway, the dog has been a money pit. It had coccidia, fleas and worms (tapeworms) when he got it. It came from a "doodle breeder", aka BYB, the dog started limping at about 8 months on it's rear end. Xrays, meds. etc... no solution, not pano, possible dysplasia, won't know until it grows a little more... Then it has some other issues, growls at his kids (youngest is 9), is hyper, even with daily jogs (wife jogs daily), doesn't obey (their fault), and is very destructive. So far with this particular dog, I see no positives. They have spent over 4000. in vet bills, and a 1000. to buy the dog. The sad part is this is not a untrue story, nor is it unique. For the people who see them once in a while at the park or vets, I am sure they seem sooo wonderful, but when you are the one the owner calls with every problem, then you know what is really going on.

Answer 6

My family got our Goldendoodle in April when he was 10 weeks old. He is 8 months old and weights 65 lbs. He is the sweetest most loveable dog imaginable. I get stopped every time we are out by people wanting to play with him or learn more about him. I looked at a lot of different breeders before we bought him. He is a fantastic dog, gets along well with kids and other animals including our cat. He is pretty mellow for a puppy, he is not shy and not at all aggressive. He has been a terrific addition to our family.

Answer 7

Positives
They shed less than a normal golden

They are a hunting bred type of dog. Standard poodles were originally bred to retrieve ducks from the water.
They are active and need to get plenty of exercise. But they have an fairly easy going tempermant and are willing to please dogs. They are smart and willing to work for the owners.

Since they are not a recognized breed and none are able to be registered with any of the kennel clubs I would personally not pay much for one as they are a mixed breed dog and most shelters and humane societies are full of wonderful mixed breeds.

Answer 8

pros: little to no shedding, very sweet, ver very smart (golden retreivers and poodles are actually of the top 2 smartest breeds) can adapt to diverse environments (inside dog, swimming, camping, outside dog, etc.)
cons: very hyper, long hair (high maintance), prone to ear infections, allergies and skin problems hip problems too.

Just make sure you get as much info. of the pups parents as you can, that will tell you of future "problems" with the pup.
Overall these dogs are becoming popular because of their personality and low shedding for people with allergies you know, and i think it would be a great family dog!!!

Answer 9

They are large dogs and very active, just like retrievers. Plan on basic obedience courses and a good constant interaction with the dog. They're very people oriented. May be too boisterous for some.

Answer 10

you can never predict anything with a mutt (not saying they arent great )
here are the positives and negatives of a golden retriver and poodle :
http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/reviews/goldenretrievers.html
http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/reviews/standardpoodles.html
ps.i hope you are adopting the dog and not getting her from a breeder because no reputable breeder purposely breeds mutts.