We help you be the best dog parent.

No matter the mix or breed, we love all dogs. At OodleLife we provide the most accurate and caring dog and puppy information and manufacture specialized dog grooming products. As experienced family dog experts, we help your pup thrive.

Meet Chris (and Max)

OodleLife Founder, family dog expert, dog shampoo manufacturer (and Labradoodle Dad)

My name is Chris Allen and I am the creator of OodleLife, your one stop shop for family dog advice, expert breed information, and specialized dog grooming products.

I love the smiles that our dogs give us, and the happiness and joy we give our puppies by caring for them well!

Learn more about OodleLife, including where our expert advice has been published.

You can also check our our shop (featuring our most popular oatmeal dog shampoo and Goldendoodle slicker brush!)

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Founder and Doodle dog expert Chris Allen has been featured by major news outlets and magazines.

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We Make Dog Grooming Products

Chris Allen and the OodleLife team create and sell specialized dog grooming products. You may have seen our top-selling Oatmeal dog shampoo on Amazon! Our Shampoo is manufactured within the US and is designed to suit all coats, especially Goldendoodle and Poodle coats.

Our slicker brushes are mid-range with high quality, specifically designed for non-shedding dog coats.

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Our flagship USA made Oatmeal Dog Shampoo
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We designed our shampoo for active dogs and with low lingering scent
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We have tried 20+ slicker brushes before deciding to make our own. Here Max is being combed with a curved slicker
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Fashion model and product tester Max the Labradoodle tests a scarf fabric
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Max is a heavy chewer, so all of our products need to be resilient and chew-proof

Featured Dog Breeds

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Labradoodles

Poodle X Labrador Retriever

The reigning most popular Oodle dog. Smart, kind, family friendly and hypoallergenic. Wavy and curly coats galore.

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Goldendoodles

Poodle X Golden Retriever

Energetic with a zest for life. Goldendoodles love to swim and run – and are great with kids.

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Cockapoos

Poodle X Cocker Spaniel

Temperament and size make this wickedly smart cross breed popular. Their non-shedding coat and extra large cute ears make the whole package.

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Bernedoodles

Poodle X Bernese Mountain Dog

With a dynamic non-shedding tri-color coat, these giant cross breed teddy bears are booming in popularity.

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Cavapoos

Poodle X Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Consistently popular Oodle dogs because of their intelligence and social skills. Perfect for apartments and families.

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Maltipoos

Poodle X Maltese

Pint sized, loving and non-shedding. You can see why people fall in love with Maltipoo dogs. Puppy size for life!

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Family Dog Advice from Experts

Chris Allen and the OodleLife team love dogs, and work incredibly hard to bring the highest quality information to you. We research and double-check everything we can to make sure we can help pet parents give the best to their pups. From puppyhood to adult life – we have you covered!

Our Latest Articles

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Will Dogs Protect Their Owners? The Truth About Canine Loyalty

Dogs are known for their loyalty, but will they actually protect their owners? It depends. Breed, training, and past experiences all play a role. Some dogs instinctively guard their humans, while others lack the drive. Even protective breeds need proper training to recognize real threats. Without it, they may react aggressively in harmless situations—or fail…
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Why Dogs Turn on Owners: The Hidden Triggers & Fixes

Dogs rarely attack their owners without reason. Most cases involve underlying triggers like pain (arthritis, injuries), fear (past trauma, loud noises), or poor training methods (harsh punishment, inconsistency). Lack of socialization can also lead to defensive aggression, especially in unfamiliar situations.  (1) Medical issues, including neurological disorders, can cause sudden behavioral shifts. Even well-trained dogs…
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