GoldenDoodle - What to Expect?

[kae006]

We lost our Curr in August 2021 and just had to say goodbye to our Doberman/Rott mix in December. My wife had her heart set on a French Bulldog but I finally talked her out of it as we live in Minnesota and I was desperate not to have a dog that couldn't go out on its own in the snow to do its business. While making the drive to Denver at Christmas (thanks Southwest) she was researching breeds and decided a Goldendoodle(sp?) would be a viable replacement for a Frenchie. On the way home from Colorado I made the mistake of suggesting she find a breeder with a litter that we could stop to meet and see what we thought of the pups and the parents so she did and we all fell in love (duh). Put a deposit on one of the female pups, mom and dad are both goldendoodles, mom is about 40 pounds and dad was 60 so hopefully we'll be in that range with the pup. Looking for any and all advice from those who have these dogs on what we should expect and any tips on the training. We live out in the country but don't have much land and currently don't have a fence though I would be willing to put in an electric fence if they tend to be runners, our previous dogs never had any desire to roam outside of our yard.



Photo of our last two knuckleheads, sure miss those dogs

[mengle]

I have a goldendoodle and a labradoodle. I was initially opposed to them since I have always had labs, but my wife won out. After 6 years, I admit they are both excellent dogs. Would definitely get either breed again. If my two are references, then the breeds are smart and have a high desire to please. Exceptionally easy to train. Great family dogs although they tend to be a bit needy in terms of desired attention. Both love the water and retrieving. Two things I didn't know and that I expect comes from the poodle side is that they like to chase (prey drive) and bark...much more than any lab I have owned. The other thing to consider is that they do require some grooming. They do not shed but we do bathe them every couple weeks. We also get their hair cut short every 2-3 months. Overall, excellent dogs. Good luck!

[bulltx50]

We have a golden and labradoodle. High energy you don't get to sit on your butt with these breeds. Labradoodle turning into one fine bird dog. Has the lab body, poodle coat. Golden is a handful swimmer tracker and lap dog

[fish4food]

No help on those dog breeds my friend, but you sure married way up.

[Playa]

My son was gifted a Labradoodle 5 years ago and I simply rolled my eyes at the notion, but that darn dog is SMART! He sticks close to the house, loves attention and is really active. Will literally play fetch until I can’t throw it anymore. Neighbor has a golden doodle and it has a very similar disposition
I think you will be happy.

[longhornmatt]

We have had a golden doodle for a year and a half. She has been great for the family (6 year old and twin 4 yr olds). I can attest that the breed is smart and loyal. The dog is very protective of the family. Our dog is an inside the house dog and learned very quickly how to potty train.

A note on the shedding- they don’t shed, however, you might see a very fine amount here or there.

We did have one set back with our dog with her leaking urine. We have it managed now. If might be something to ask the breeder about to see if anything is known from the parents.

I would get another Goldendoodle in a heartbeat. Very good family dog. They could hunt if you wanted to put in the work. Mine wants to fetch up the neighbors ****zou constantly!

[Martin]

My experience, I live in the country, yard is completely fenced. I can let my lab out to run around in the woods and he comes back looking just like he did when he left. If doodle goes with him, he comes back COVERED with sticktites, burrs, and anything else that will stick to his velcro coat! As mentioned previously, ours was very easy to train, I can hit the tone button on the lab's coller and if doodle gears it, he will come to me. Loves people, he's a big (85 lbs)snuggle buddy! He loves mud puddles and water troughs but hates the pool! Can't, or won't swim a lick, just clubs the water ! He absolutely loves our grandchildren! Other than constant grooming, he's an easy keeper. I would give the Golden Doodle very high marks if you're wanting an all around family dog.

[TKRanch]

Should be a great dog and addition to the family. I would definitely consider and invisible fence to keep it close just for safety and they work great, especially if the dog is trained to it when a pup. Good luck!!

[AntlerCollector]

Expect a perfect dog, minus the poodle part.

[Beeman]

Ours is a great dog, loves kid’s

[curtintex]

My daughter bought a Goldendoodle her senior year of high school and then took her to college. Well, living on the fourth floor of an apartment complex wasn't conducive to having a dog, so Lily came back home with Jen and I. We have Molly the black lab in the back yard as well.

We've both always been against inside dogs. My dogs are tools that pick up ducks, dove or pheasants. I expect my dogs to be super obedient. Grooming consists of our lab swimming in our pool. I keep a kennel in the back of my truck for my dog to ride in.

Now...Lily lives in the house with us. She is super smart but gets separation anxiety when left alone. She has a blanket-covered spot on the couch. She sleeps on the bed at our feet. She eats some special food. She gets groomed every two weeks. She rides in the backseat. My wife talks baby-talk to her. She gets bacon grease our bone stock poured over her food.

I don't know what the hell happened but this Goldendoodle is pretty much running this house now. Freaking Diva!!!

[bulltx50]

Like I said our labradoodle is taking to training as good as any lab I ever trained for bird hunting. The history of poodles dates back to hunting breed and of course we know the lab. Intelligent loyal and don't shed if the coat is the curly coat. Our golden is small 30 lbs but athletic smart and very active. They keep this old fart active.

[CoolHandLuke]

My daughter bought a Goldendoodle her senior year of high school and then took her to college. Well, living on the fourth floor of an apartment complex wasn't conducive to having a dog, so Lily came back home with Jen and I. We have Molly the black lab in the back yard as well.

We've both always been against inside dogs. My dogs are tools that pick up ducks, dove or pheasants. I expect my dogs to be super obedient. Grooming consists of our lab swimming in our pool. I keep a kennel in the back of my truck for my dog to ride in.

Now...Lily lives in the house with us. She is super smart but gets separation anxiety when left alone. She has a blanket-covered spot on the couch. She sleeps on the bed at our feet. She eats some special food. She gets groomed every two weeks. She rides in the backseat. My wife talks baby-talk to her. She gets bacon grease our bone stock poured over her food.

I don't know what the hell happened but this Goldendoodle is pretty much running this house now. Freaking Diva!!!

Welcome to my world Curt! I never had an inside dog, ever… until this golden doodle. It’s is funny how my wife and daughter talk to her. They seriously think she is a human and so does the dog. Dead serious!

[TeamAmerica]

Welcome to my world Curt! I never had an inside dog, ever… until this golden doodle. It’s is funny how my wife and daughter talk to her. They seriously think she is a human and so does the dog. Dead serious!

I talk to mine like a baby everytime I get greeted when I get home from work. I gotta match his enthusiasm and my voice pitch goes way up! Can't help it!

[Sleepy]

We have two Mini Goldendoodles, a male and a female. Both around 35lbs at two years old.

I couldn’t imagine a better inside family dog. They are smart, don’t shed, LOVE their people and a great balance between energy and couch potato.

Our male is the lover boy of the two. He’s more affectionate and will fall asleep in your lap, and try to get to your brain through your ears.

Our female is a little more independent but she still gives affection, just not to the extent of the male.

Both are “watch dogs”. I think it’s the poodle in them but having 7 sets of French doors in the living room, they can see a lot outside. Our house sits about 100 yards off from the road. They will bark at anybody walking down the street . Any critters that make their way into the yard, they will go nuts. I personally can’t stand it but to them, they are doing their job so it’s a double edged sword.

They have to be taken to the groomer every 4-6 weeks at about $60 a pop.

Overall, you’ll be very pleased I’d say.