Some dogs are so stinking cute that they remind you of a tiny teddy bear; some look fierce and resemble their distant cousin, the wolf, and others make you hungry. That’s right. There are dog breeds out there that have the perfect color and texture of fur that look like one of America’s favorite comfort…
Doodles are hybrid breeds, with one of the parents being a Poodle. The first Doodle was developed as a solution for a blind woman whose husband was allergic to dogs. It was a cross with the Labrador, and the crossbreed was named Labradoodle. Since breeders realized that Doodles are hypoallergenic with amazing characteristics, making them…
Despite not being an officially recognized dog breed, Labradoodles are clever, intelligent dogs that have been popular pets since the 1950s. All well and good, but are Labradoodles hypoallergenic? The answer is a surprising no. The degree to which a Labradoodle is hypoallergenic can vary depending on its parentage. That’s because while the Poodle parent…
Do you have a new Labradoodle puppy at home? Or are you picking one out from a local breeder? If so, you need to consider the entire size of a dog you can take care of. So, when is a Labradoodle full-grown? Here, you will find out the answer to that question. You will also…
Poodles are loyal, intelligent dogs. It’s a potent combination that makes them well-suited to families of all shapes and sizes. They are also highly exuberant, even clownish dogs, characteristics less well-suited to seniors. But Poodles remain popular for their tractability and their hypoallergenic fur. Consequently, a variety of Poodle mixes exist, many of which keep…
Shaving a Labradoodle is the easiest DIY grooming style. It is convenient, easy to maintain, and perfect for certain situations. As a Labradoodle expert (and owner) I get asked all the time about whether it is okay to closely shave a Labradoodle. Does the coat suffer? Does shedding or softness change? Does coat color change? If you…
Is there any animal better than a Labradoodle? We might be biased, but we don’t think so (unless it’s another kind of Doodle, of course)! Labradoodles are funny, loyal, intelligent, and make wonderful family pets because of their hypoallergenic fur and calm, loving temperament. Doodles are in high demand around the world because of these…
The Blue Merle is a variety of the Labradoodle with a distinct color variation. Their coat is uncommonly blue-ish, ranging from a pale blue to a deeper and darker blue-gray. Their coloring makes them quite popular, but it also has a higher incidence of health problems than the Standard Labradoodle. Blue Merle Labradoodles: The Basics…
The Golden Retriever and Labrador Retriever breeds are similar for several reasons, one of which is the companionable and sweet nature they both have. It’s no wonder they claim the title of “best family pets.” Let’s examine the historical background of these two lovable breeds to bring to light the respect with which they diverge. …