Goldendoodle
Bright, bouncy and active
Goldendoodles 101
Crossbred groupTypically a cross between a Golden Retriever and Standard Poodle, Goldendoodles have become extremely popular for their fuzzy faces, friendly natures and reputation for being more easily tolerated by people with allergies.
Because they are a cross between two different breeds, Goldendoodles may range more widely in size, coat type, and temperament than their parent breeds do. Not all have curly coats, and those who do should get used to professional grooming, which helps keep coats clipped down and prevents them from becoming a solid mat.
What we love about Goldendoodles
Smart family dog with a goofy streak
The best Goldendoodles combine the traits of their parents. They are intelligent, eager to please and easy to train. They are usually good with kids and friendly to everyone.
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Mature adult Goldendoodle
Risk level for common Goldendoodle conditions
Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia
Lymphatic cancer
Ear infection
Senior Goldendoodle
Risk level for common Goldendoodle conditions
Splenic cancer
Hypothyroid disease
Arthritis
Goldendoodle puppy
Risk level for common Goldendoodle conditions
Foreign body ingestion
Gastritis
Ear infection
Young adult Goldendoodle
Risk level for common Goldendoodle conditions
Ear infection
Foreign body ingestion
Skin allergies
Mature adult Goldendoodle
Risk level for common Goldendoodle conditions
Immune-mediated hemolytic anemia
Lymphatic cancer
Ear infection
Senior Goldendoodle
Risk level for common Goldendoodle conditions
Splenic cancer
Hypothyroid disease
Arthritis
Goldendoodle puppy
Risk level for common Goldendoodle conditions
Foreign body ingestion
Gastritis
Ear infection
Young adult Goldendoodle
Risk level for common Goldendoodle conditions
Ear infection
Foreign body ingestion
Skin allergies
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Grammy award-winning artist Usher bid $12,000 at a fund-raising event to bring home a Goldendoodle puppy he named Scarlett. ““Some of my hardest times, she is always there with me,” he told People magazine.
Goldendoodle coat care and colors
The coats of Goldendoodles vary in color, pattern and texture. The biggest mistake families make with their Goldendoodles is not taking them to a professional groomer as puppies, so they can learn to tolerate being bathed, dried, and clipped short. Between spa sessions, combing is more important than brushing to get down to the skin and prevent matting. A Goldendoodle coat can look just fine, but underneath the matting can be so severe that the entire coat will turn into a pelt that must be shaved off entirely. Acclimating puppies to having their feet handled and nails clipped or ground down is key to making future nail trims easier on everyone.
How often should I bathe my Goldendoodle?
There’s no need to wait until your Goldendoodle is filthy or stinky to bathe them. Most do well with 1 to 3 baths monthly, though may be bathed as often as weekly, or as little as a few times a year depending on the dog. Make sure to comb or cut out any mats before bathing, since water makes mats even more difficult to remove. You can extend the time between your Goldendoodle's baths with regular brushing and combing.
How do I keep my Goldendoodle’s coat from matting?
Goldendoodle coats mat easily, and if left alone often mat into a solid, uncomfortable mass that must be shaved off entirely. Daily combing and brushing down to the skin will help prevent this, but many Goldendoodle owners have a groomer clip their dog's coat short every 6 to 8 weeks to prevent matting entirely.
How do I keep my Goldendoodle’s coat shiny?
The key to your Goldendoodle having a shiny, healthy coat can be found both on the inside and on the outside of a dog. Good health, good nutrition and veterinary-prescribed parasite control will contribute to a healthy, shiny coat. Regular combing, brushing and bathing as needed will keep a Doodle's healthy coat looking great.
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