Buyer question
Is a Doodle good for beginners?
Yes: our Animal Library rates the Doodle 4 out of 5 for beginners (friendly, energetic).
Source: the Doodle page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Doodle in the Animal Library
The detail
Doodles cross a Poodle with another breed, most often a Golden Retriever, Labrador or Bernese, to aim for a friendly family dog with a lower-shedding coat. They are not a recognized breed, so size, coat and temperament vary widely.
- Temperament
- Social, smart, energetic
- Best fit
- Active families
- Trainability
- 4 out of 5 (Smart, eager)
- Energy
- 4 out of 5 (1 hr exercise daily)
- Grooming load
- 5 out of 5 (Pro groom every 6–8 wks)
What to weigh
Coat type and shedding are never guaranteed, and the curly coats mat quickly without regular professional grooming. Doodles inherit the health risks of both parent breeds.