Breed History / Description
The large Poodle Cross
Origins
The Labradoodle was the first of these poodle crosses to come to the UK originating in Australia in the 1980’s the result of crossing a poodle and a Labrador to create a hypoallergenic dog as a guide dog for recipients or their families that suffered with allergies. Fast forward to the 1990’s and all 3 sizes of poodle where used in crossing with other breeds to get the variation of sizes we see today.
Characteristics
Get along well with other animals , hypoallergenic coat. Thrive on human companionship
Temperament
Alert , Friendly, outgoing ,Funloving and affectionate
Size approx 20"
Grooming
A poodle crosses coat can be anything from wiry to soft, straight , a slight wave , wavy or curly, and sometimes a mixture of all !
To maintain a coat like this requires regular brushing at least 3 times a week and regular appointments with your dog groomer every 4-8 weeks depending on the coat type and lifestyle of the dog.