But how much do you really know about the breed? Here are 5 facts about Labradoodles you didn't know.
1. The Labradoodle is a mix of 6 different breeds
If you cross a
Labrador with a
Poodle, you don't just get a Labradoodle. The development of the breed also included the
Irish Water Spaniel, the
Curly Coated Retriever, and the
American and English Cocker Spaniels.
2. It's not a pedigree dog
The Labradoodle is a
crossbreed. That's why they are not recognized by the
Fédération Cynologique Internationale - an organization that maintains dog breed registries. This may still change in the future, as many breeds started as crossbreeds.
As long as it's not a recognized breed, you need to
pay extra attention to the origin of your dog. Where can you find a healthy Labradoodle? With a
breeder who is affiliated with ALAEU or WALA. Here, you are guaranteed that they follow the
correct strict rules.
3. They originate from Australia
Labradoodles were first bred in Australia in the 1980s. The goal was to create an allergy-friendly guide dog. The mix between the intelligent Labrador Retriever and the hypoallergenic Poodle was a great success.
4. Sometimes you can still be allergic to a Labradoodle
One of the biggest advantages of Labradoodles is their hypoallergenic coat. This makes them an excellent choice for families with allergies.
Unfortunately, this is not true for all allergic people. Therefore, it is important to first test if you react well.
5. They are excellent therapy and assistance dogs
Labradoodles are known for their friendly, loyal, and playful nature. Additionally, they are also very intelligent and trainable, making them excellent as therapy and assistance dogs.
There you have it, these were the five interesting facts about Labradoodles. Did you know them all?
