| In addition to the Goldendoodle's soft, low | | | | gain recognition in the United States until a little |
| shedding coat, the Goldendoodle has expressive | | | | known breeder named Dee Gerrish began to |
| eyes that exemplifies its sensitive nature. This | | | | write about them in 1999. Her articles about the |
| lovely hybrid with a low dander coat, will make a | | | | Goldendoodle dog found their way on many |
| beeline toward the first person they see just to | | | | websites across the internet. |
| get an appreciative pat on the head and a smile | | | | Owners of Goldendoodles can't really be neat |
| on a face. | | | | freaks. The Goldendoodle loves to frolic outdoors |
| | | | | and will jump in the first mud puddle it finds! |
| Goldendoodles can make a wonderful therapy | | | | Although they are low shedding dogs, the |
| dog, given the opportunity for proper training. | | | | Goldendoodle will shed strands of hairs off and on |
| They have a wonderful sense of smell and seem | | | | through out the year. It is simply a myth that |
| to be able to sense others' pain. They are very | | | | these beautiful dogs are non-shedding and |
| generous with their love and can offer solace to | | | | hypoallergenic. Very large Goldendoodles can |
| strangers. The Goldendoodle dog is often great | | | | sometimes overwhelm a small child, but because |
| with other pets since they are a social dog. They | | | | of their gentle nature, they soon win over |
| seem to be happier when another Goldendoodle is | | | | everyone with their charming ways. The |
| in the home, rather than being the only dog. Being | | | | Goldendoodle loves everyone...sometimes a bit too |
| very affectionate, the Goldendoodle makes a | | | | much. Teaching your Goldendoodle manners with |
| perfect roommate. The Golden Retriever is often | | | | early training is key. The Goldendoodle has an |
| used for therapy work because of their | | | | unusual knack for being able to focus, which |
| sensitivity to people. Plus, their soft coat is | | | | makes training easier. Keeping training simple and |
| appealing to those who pet them. Goldendoodles | | | | easy as well as fun, makes for a very happy dog. |
| have an even softer coat than the purebred | | | | Who is right for a Goldendoodle ? |
| Golden Retriever. They are very good with | | | | The Goldendoodle dog is not an independent dog, |
| children and could make a wonderful companion to | | | | so if you are seeking a dog who enjoys being |
| those physically challenged. The Goldendoodle | | | | alone quite often, the doodle dog would not be |
| tends to know when to back off but don't forget | | | | for you. This gentle soul loves companionship and |
| that they do have Retriever in them. Some | | | | enjoys being underfoot. Goldendoodles can work |
| Goldendoodles can be a bit rambunctious and they | | | | out for virtually anyone who is aware that this |
| do love to run. I would never characterize them | | | | type of dog does have coat care requirements |
| as being "hyper". | | | | and does not enjoy being left alone for hours on |
| | | | | end. If you aren't sure that a Goldendoodle is the |
| The Goldendoodle is so charming that it can win | | | | right dog for you and your family, it is better to |
| over even the toughest crowd. Becoming first | | | | allow the breeder to make an assessment based |
| known in the United States around 1997, their | | | | on what your particular desires and needs are. All |
| popularity growth ever since, has been | | | | dogs will need eventual veterinarian care; dental |
| phenomenal. Even back when no one had heard | | | | visits; coat care costs and proper nutrition. If your |
| of the mix, this lovely hybrid's roots date back | | | | on a tight budget, finding a Goldendoodle at a |
| well before the early 1930s. The Poodle is one of | | | | shelter may prove to be difficult and that's a |
| the longest lived dogs in the world. The Golden | | | | good thing. Not for the person seeking a shelter |
| Retriever as well as the Poodle are both highly | | | | dog, but for the Goldendoodle itself. Fees will vary |
| intelligent dogs. Although dog fanciers have mixed | | | | per area and per breeder, but whatever their fee, |
| and paired dogs of various breeds together for | | | | it's just a small price to pay for friendship that will |
| centuries, the Goldendoodle didn't really begin to | | | | last for many, many years. |