Labradoodles are so popular right now... Do you think they will ever be recognized by the AKC? Will they ever become an actual breed rather than considered a mix? Think about it... At one point, all breeds that we recognize today were just a cross of two existing dog breeds.

I am 64 years old and have had add a number of dogs in my life. One of which was a golden retriever very nice dog however, extremely hyper and difficult to train. I’ve had a wire hair fox terrier, which was our last dog but sadly she was killed by a coyote in her backyard at 14 years old. Very devastated. Swear I would never have another dog yet, my sister-in-law had a Labradoodle that I just was so impressed with. We got a Labradoodle from a wonderful breeder bred her dogs at home. End up happening that the dog we chose, her sister came available as well. so we ended up with two labradoodles. I have to say of all the dogs that we’ve had, these are the best damn dogs ever. Cute, not hyper like to cuddle and absolutely great with children. Ours are F4’s one has more Labrador in it, and the other more poodle.

After 5 years with my ladradoodle I think she is made in heaven

I have a 1.5 year old Australian Labradoodle. I picked them because they are consistently more calm than American Labradoodles. I was also able to trace his ancestry back 10 generations with all the health info. Beau is extremely smart, loving, wanting to please, and a velcro dog. This is good because I am training him to be my service dog. I wouldn't trade him for anything.

We have a 6 month old labradoodle and he's off the charts crazy! The biting is out of hand. He can be so sweet and all the sudden he's cujo.

Thank you for this video. I’ve watched this multiple times before I decided. Now I have a 16 weeks old Mini Labradoodle, apricot color girl (got her from the breeder when she was 8 weeks old). Her coat is lose curl. She’s the best dog I could ever hope for. She’s so sweet, smart and ball of love. I was expecting my puppy to cry in the crate at night for the first few weeks - no. She slept through the night, 8 hours from day one. She was play biting, thought her not to do that with treat, she learned in 3 tries. I couldn’t have asked for the better puppy. I love her so so much ❤️

The Labradoodle. It has actually been around for well OVER 60 years There is some controversy over Wally Conron taking credit for the first Labradoodle. The dog mix had been known in the United States since the 1950s and was used in the entertainment industry in the U.S. as early as the 1960s. For example, a Labrador-Poodle mix named Fang had a recurring role on the TV show, " Get Smart " starting in 1965. The earliest term "Labradoodle" was first used by Sir Donald Campbell who owned a Labrador x Poodle called Maxie in the 1950’s and in his 1955 book “ Into The Water Barrier” it is named as, and referred to as a “Labradoodle”. . However, the use of a Labradoodle as a guide / service dog was not common until 1989. Australian breeder Wally Conron " introduced " the cross-breed to the Royal Guide Dog Association of Australia in Victoria. He hoped that the combination of the low-shedding coat of the poodle, along with the gentleness and trainability of a Labrador retriever, would provide a guide dog suitable for people with allergies to fur and dander. Now you know the rest of the story.

I was so relaxed when that gorgeous dog was on screen. He appears more like a retriever than a poodle. Thanks.

I’m so glad I found your video! After listening to what you pointed out you saved me from paying $1800 for one! I cannot in good conscience do that so instead I will wait until I find the right one at a one of my local shelters. It won’t be a designer breed, but it’ll have an amazing life with us.

there is simply no better dog in the world than my Lola mini-labradoodle. sweet, calm, fun, behaved, loves to train, therapy dog for hospital patients and school kids.the very best.

As first time dog owners, we couldn’t have asked for a better breed, we love him so

I had my first labradoodle until Oct 2019, he died of nasal cancer. Broke our hearts, he was the best dog and much loved. He was so kind and gentle. Miss him so much.. We got our second labradoodle a few weeks after, we were so lonely. This labradoodle looks just like our "Jake". Riley is wonderful as well, he has a different personality but equal in loveability.. I think Labradoodles are a wonderful breed although both of ours shed quite a bit. I think F1 for this one as well, not a soft coat but pretty curley.

I really appreciated that you emphasized how genetics leave a lot of uncertainty with doodles, but as a groomer I really wish you would have talked about grooming and coat maintenance. I can't tell you how many doodles come in for their first grooming session at 1 year old and have to be shaved down because they are matted to the skin and then go on to complain about the price. And almost every time they say the breeder said they are low maintenance dogs. It's a poodle mix and poodle's are one of the most high maintenance dogs out there (grooming wise.) This is so prevalent It's basically an inside joke in the grooming community. So for anyone who happens to read this comment and wants a doodle---Call your local groomer first and get educated. Where I live we charge anywhere from $100-140 for grooming and most of our Doodles are coming in every 2-3 months. Count the cost.

Excellent discussion, great information. I feel like I can make an informed decision now. Thank you

We are getting ours over the summer (June). The mother is pregnant at the moment. So looking forward.

I have 2 lovely labradoodle girls that I love with all my heart. They are such sweet puppers. They came from a great breeder who knew the history of all of his dogs. I TOTALLY RECOMEND LABRADOODLES!!!!

I literally need a dog

Excellent video. My last dog was a lab / pit mix from the pound (so who knows what she really was) and was the best dog I've ever had. But a little dog aggressive. My current dog is a small Patterdale terrier. She may look like the old girl in miniature, but has endless energy and a mind of her own with little desire to please. We'll adjust eventually.

my multi gen 25 lb labradoodle is the sweetest, loving, cuddly girl. When I am busy, at the computer she lives me alone, when I am free she wants to play. She thinks training exercises are fun..like the child who loves school. She is now a certified therapy dog-we go to a hospital and school programs. She is just utterly perfect.

Thanks you so so much. This video helped alot. For me and my family who are thinking of getting a Labradoodle.

I am so excited I am getting on some theme next month!

We just got a labradoodle puppy two weeks ago. She’s super smart and wants to please us. She came house trained at 8wks and can already follow 3-4 commands. She loves people and other dogs and only barks when she wants to play or to wake us up so she can pee in the night. One of her grandparents is lab, but all her mom’s side are a 50-50 mix.

my labradoodle is 10 weeks. love him w my whole heart

Thank You this was very helpful because I am getting a labradoodle in may

Beautiful puppy!

I recently adopted a 4 year old CKC registered retired breeding F1 labradoodle, Opal, to be my companion and PTSD service dog. I live and work in a 600 square foot downtown loft with a nearby dog park. Opal is absolutely perfect and smart as a whip..

I love my Labradoddle! She's wonderful ❤

This was super helpful, I'm getting a labradoodle soon!

We got a labradoodle because I had medical problems but we ended up not getting him trained and he’s just a sweet, loving, family dog. My dog although is a second generation labradoodle with a full poodle dad and a labradoodle mom is around 75 pounds of pure muscle and is really big.😅 Everyone comments on his size whenever they see him.

Im getting a labradoodle at 8 weeks in May! He's a boy and he's a cream colour with a white patch on the top of his head!

growing up in the 60's my family had a male miniature poodle, a couple of years later I adopted a little female dog of mixed origin. Back then no one was neutering their dogs so yes we had our own poodle mixed dogs way back then!

When considering a Labradoodle, goldendoodle, bernidoodle etc. Research the breeders, get signed up for a couple of Fb doodle sites to ask questions - no nasty people allowed please. Most of us have done rescues - or other breeds of dogs. We love our doodles --but it is a great resource if you are considering being owned by a doodle - have to warn you though - you might not be able to stop at just owning one.

Im really exited im getting a white labradoodle in june!

I have a 14 week old labradoodle,she is so sweet!

Thank you, this is great! I'm planning on getting a labradoodle puppy soon, very excited!!!😁

Can you do the same video for a Goldendoodle please?

I need Those things are soThings are so good

Man I'm looking for a dog and I guess a labradoodle is perfect! ❤❤♥️♥️💖

What do you suggest for worm and fleas prevention? We don't like topical products but have heard bad things about oral products.

Hey man should I get a labradoodle or goldendoodle? What about aussie doodle? Im really confused... I just saw a video on grunge that say the dark side of labradoodle and i'm not sure if this is a real video or a troll video. what are your thoughts?

We have had 3 red Labrador in our 51 year marriage, love labs although my last one had hip displaying. Thinking of getting a labradoodle.

Thank you for this me and my partner will be getting a dog soon. He wants this I want a rottweiler. This type of dog breed is adorable. Neighbor has one Name Colby .

Hey there! I want to ask a question, what is the maximal time of leaving the dog? Because i have to go to school

we are getting a F1B labradoodle in augustish. We cant wait for the addition to our 2.5 year old labradane

I think his name should be Oscar

I have a multigenerational Australian Labradoodle, and I can trace hip, eyes, elbow assessments and her lineage.

My lucy is an angel. She is still strong and beautiful golden doodle. Doesn’t like other dogs to much.

when you say the dog needs a lot of exercise, how long do you mean?

Labradoodles are so cute

I believe we should be thinking less about designing dogs and more about designing dog owners and trainers. Or at least about giving them a good check for the motives behind having dogs. Just as with people, we need to find out about what they think, what they feel and what they want more than trying to affect conduct through genetics. I have adapted to the temperament of my family's German Shepherd, who is an absolute Alpha-male, and probably way too much to handle for most dog owners, and I have adapted to our adopted Terrier, who just cannot understand the concept of a "walk" of less than 3 kilometers or one in which he is not so far away from me that I cannot even see him half the time. And they are fabulous, each in his very own way. Do not train your dog to be what you want, educate your dog and yourself to find the common ground in which both are happy.

A good name for the dog is Barry

Buddy u should call him buddy :)

I am a multigen Australian labradoodle breeder. I would like to comment on some of the things you bring up in this video. First, you refer to goldendoodles and then labradoodles in this video. Those are 2 entirely different breeds of dogs. I am not sure what type of dog you have in your lap in the video. Second, you make no reference to the difference between a multigen labradoodle, a labradoodle, an early gen labradoodle, an Australian labradoodle, a multigen Australian labradoodle and an early gen Australian labradoodle. These are all very distinctly different types of dogs with highly different features. It is important to be aware of the differences and what they mean in terms of the various things you are commenting on in this video. Third, you refer to the fact that it is incorrect to refer to a labradoodle as being hypoallergenic. Websters defines hypoallergenic as being allergy friendly. Multigen Australian labradoodles and multigen labradoodles are both regarded as being allergy friendly or hypoallergenic. Both of these types of dogs either do not shed or do some in a very limited amount. What is important is that people are individuals. Dogs are individuals. People may be allergic to dander caused by shedding or saliva. All dogs have saliva. One dog in a litter may be entirely appropriate for one individual who suffers from allergic reactions to dogs whereas another dog in that very same litter may not provide that same level of comfort. Similarly, another individual may be perfectly fine with both dogs in that litter. There is absolutely no guarantee of any dog every being compatible with a person in terms of allergies unless and until they are brought together. NO professional breeder would ever assert otherwise. It does seem throughout this video you refer to a lot of things that a backyard breeder may participate in but certainly not a professional breeder with a professional affiliation. Fourth, you refer to not being able to trace the lineage of a labradoodle. Of course you can. You mention how you can trace the lineage of a poodle and a labrador retriever. If you put one of each of those breeds together then necessarily each of their pedigrees are fully traceable. Just because you put them together does not render you incapable of researching their pedigrees. Fifth, any professional labradoodle or Australian labradoodle breeder does far more health testing than any AKC member does. Australian labradoodle are probably the most health tested breed of dog in the world. Just check out the breed panel listing of testing you can find on Paw Print Genetics website. Sixth, any purebred dog is the result of a closed stud dog book. This means that there are only so many genes available. With Australian labradoodles the stud book is left open to allow for genetic diversity. This, more than anything else, will ensure the health of a dog. Seventh, you mention being able to predict coat, size, temperament in a labradoodle and how that is not possible. Again, you fail to recognize the difference between an early gen and a multigen. Eighth, you mention how you have an 11 week old puppy who is blowing their coat. Labradoodles do not blow their puppy coat and shed at 11 weeks of age. As general rule they might begin to lose their puppy coat at 6 months but more likely they will lose their puppy coat around 10 months of age. Ninth, you refer to this breed requiring a lot of exercise. Hogwash. One of the best features of an Australian labradoodle is their adaptability and how they can readily and happily spend the day doing nothing with you or go for a 10 mile hike. They do not require masses of outdoor exercise. They do, however, enjoy being challenged mentally. Tenth, how tragic you want a dog who will "mind" you. That may have been something people thought was appropriate for their dogs 30 years ago. Today, people, at least most of them, have evolved and enjoy a cooperative relationship with their dog based on mutual respect that is earned. Eleventh, I wish you had taken the time to do more thorough research, recognized the differences within the breed and spoken with WALA officials, checked out the ALD breed standard and just in general had more knowledge before filming this video. Lastly, there are virtually no ALD breeders who hope their beloved breed will be recognized by either AKC or CKC. Many of us were previously purebred breeders. We choose to enjoy the ALD breed and leave those clubs for a reason. We certainly don't want this new breed to be sullied by the desire to produce dogs for looks rather than temperament and health.

I am having trouble finding a Labradoodle breeder that has affordable prices. Does anyone have suggestions?

Multi-poo was the first designer dog in the early 1980's at least in Canada

I've got two doodles. Ruby the goldendoodle and Archie the labradoodle! They're so lovely

Who else thought it was a golden retriever on his lap

Tex, Hondo, Bear, Kody, Big Boy, Max, Chex, Happy, Curly, Mo, Billy, Willie, or Jack.

I have an Australian Labradoodle - these are recognized AKC in many countries, and most Australian Labradoodle breeders follow the standards. My breeder provided his pedigree (all Australian Labradoodles since the 80s) and his hips, eyes etc were checked before we took him home. His is non-allergenic and there was a guarantee when i bought him that if he sheds or causes allergies we can have our money back or be put on the list for the next appropriate litter. I feel like if you missed mentioning this specific breed. This little pup looks exactly like his two parents in size, coat, and colour and he (or any of the other pups from the litter) did not "blow out" a puppy coat. He's 23 lbs of perfection at 3 years old.

my question is, why didn't he just use a standard poodle?

Since you asked the internet to name your dog. LabbyMcdoodleface

We have two labradoodles.amazing girls.

Are labradoodle allowed to be alone for around 6 hours while I'm at school??

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Do they shed?

Every dog has a tail, but not every tail has a dog.

My labradoodle is named Bear

What about 'Bingo'?

The cross breed actually was identified in North America first.

My labradoodle is so stubborn oh my goshhhhh!!! He won't mind me if he's feeling lazy or he knows I'm mad at him.

Jimmy

I have a labradoodle and did a DNA test but I’m wondering how to papers on her.

I would name him/her dior

Buddy

i got a name for the dog and it’s Sam

I got my 12 month old Labradoodle pet from garyjamie01 on Instagram.. Current on shots and vaccine, crate trained.

Body

He wants a dog that doesn't think

Roscoe

Roscoe. His name should be Roscoe. Or Waldo. Definitely Waldo.

Id love a labradoodle where can I find 1 under 1 thousand $$$

jiggly should be his name

This video includes lots of incorrect information about labradoodle generations and how coat characteristics are determined.

10 seconds into this video he says "let's lay out everything goldendoodle."...... that's not a labradoodle...... WTF dude. Edit.

I have a pure Labrador who is 7 years old, has cancer and a lot of health issues. This can happen to every breed. This is not an issue with labradoodles. This is an issue with Irresponsible breeding not a specific breed. Mixed dogs are usually healthier than pure breads. Someone is trying to make a quick buck from posting false videos on KZfaq.

ALGO is a name ha ha ha

u should name your dog chero

He's so cute. He looks like a Simba

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I think you should call him”money”

I wish they would not name the puppies. If I get a labradoodle I want to name him.

Isn’t that a GOLDENdoodle?

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