The Differences Between Labradoodles And Goldendoodles
Posted: Friday, July 06, 2007
by Edie MacKenzie
If you're interested in either a Goldendoodle or Labradoodle, it's important to understand the differences between these two unique dogs.
Here are some insights on the two types that you should consider with your family in order to choose the right dog.
Goldendoodle and Labradoodle breeder Michael Waggenbach, of Sunshine Acres feels, "For a therapy dog, the Goldendoodle is the better choice. I'm not sure what it is, but they don't tend to dust all the tabletops when walking into a hospital or an elderly home, where the Labradoodles' tails are going back forth so fast they dust every thing off."
Which One Is More Friendly?
It takes more to convince the Labradoodles to come into your environment - into your space. They will evaluate you before they walk into your area. And, they're very loyal, friendly, all the things Labs are, but they need to be convinced that walking into your space is a good idea. They won't come right in."
"They're also strong. They have very strong necks and they're going to pull more. And their coats are going to be different. I tell the difference between the F1 Labradoodle and Goldendoodle by their coat. It stands to reason a labs coat is short. Add some poodle to it and it's going to have some length and weight.
However, you aren't going to find a six inch long wavy, curly coat on an F1 Labradoodle because there's nowhere for that 6-inches to come from genetically. A lab has a short coat and the poodle has curl.
Are They Like Other Types Of Dogs?
"Labradoodles (F1) are also going to tend to go more terrier like - wiry. They also tend to be weightier and their body shape will be a little boxier."
"The Goldendoodle on the other hand, when they reach their adult coats, their hair is going to grow 4 to 6 inches long and has a wavy look or a curl to it because of the poodle. It's the same formula, more curl equals less shedding and more wave equals higher shedding."
"Conceptually, Golden Retrievers influence the Goldendoodle causing them to be more zestful. They'll come into your space immediately. They don't sit back, they come into it immediately and are happy to visit with you.
They are happy, affectionate, and happy to roll on you. They don't have the delay of making a decision. They make their decision well before they decide to come to you."
OK, What About Goldendoodles?
"Goldendoodles are mouthier. Their mouth will be more active when they are puppies and you have to train them not to be mouthy, because they'll use that mouth on you somewhere!
That's where they get their information. I have trained my Goldendoodles not to put their mouths on people by simply taking one of their other natural tendencies (retrieving) and replacing the mouthing with retrieving a toy. Their natural desire to retrieve keeps their mouths occupied with a toy."
"So, they are mouthier than the Labradoodle puppy. I referred to the Goldendoodle as a very zestful and happy with life kind of being. The Labradoodle has a sense of loyalty and appreciation, whereas the Goldendoodle has a wonderful, life of the party, personality."
So, there you have it. You now have information you can use to choose the right dog for your family. The next step is up to you.
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This article is part of a chapter in Edie MacKenzie's "The Defintive Guide To Goldendoodles." For
more great tips on how to raise a healthy, fun loving, well-behaved Goldendoodle, go to
Discovering Goldendoodles
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Top-level comments on this article: (4 total)i have have a 1 year old puppy who looks like either a labradoodle or goldendoodle the problem is that i cant really tell which on she is. she is white with gold hair on her ears and tell. shes only weighs 10lbs she looks a lot like some goldendoodles but than when we see pictures of labradoodles we get confused. can you please help me i can send you a picture if you'd like.
Thank you for your to-the-point critique of the difference between the two breeds. We are considering both and this information was certainly helpful.
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indeed a Nice post. I myself is a pet lover and remembers when I bought my puppy long back. I do like reading lots of good posts on pets and just came across your blog, finding it be worthy reading and I have bookmarked it as well. Hoping to see more posts on pet lover in near future. Thank You.
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