Goldendoodles are the perfect pups for people who can’t decide between small dogs like poodles and larger breeds like golden retrievers. Goldendoodles are crossbred from a Poodle and a Golden Retriever. Their affectionate nature, striking features, and intelligence have made them one of the US’s most popular pet dog breeds.
Also known as the “Groodles,” they feature all the best traits of golden retrievers and poodles and are easy to care for. Websites like We Love Doodles give you all the information you’ll want on Goldendoodles if you plan to adopt one.
They Come in Different Sizes
While “medium” is the most common Goldendoodle size, these pups also come in miniature, small, and large sizes. The size would depend primarily on what type of golden retriever and poodle were used for breeding.
A standard adult medium Goldendoodle weighs anywhere between 45 and 90 pounds. Adult Groodles attain an average height of around 20 to 24 inches.
Daily Attention from Owners
Goldendoodles are affectionate and enjoy spending plenty of time with their owners. They also enjoy socializing with other dogs and humans. You may want to make it a point to initially spend a good part of your day with your puppy.
Very young Groodle puppies (less than ten weeks old) do not enjoy being left alone for more than an hour. Dog breeders also assert that Goldendoodle puppies who aren’t crate trained will have to urinate at least every one hour.
You can leave them alone in their crates or the house for extended periods when they are older and crate trained. Your puppy may develop severe social anxiety without adequate human interaction. This can also lead to obstructive behavior and personality disorders in the dog.
Leave lots of toys and other accessories in the crate if you leave them alone in their crate for even an hour. Groodles need emotional and psychological stimulation throughout the day.
Sufficient socialization helps prevent aggressive traits, fear, and social anxiety. Trainers believe that an adult Goldendoodle can be left alone for up to three hours a day.
Suggested Read: Couple With Their Newborn Goldendoodle Dog
High-Energy Dogs
Goldendoodles are high-energy dogs and need at least two hours of active exercise every day. It is also recommended you give your puppy extra walks and engage them in other physical games.
It is essential to get a pet sitter or trainer or leave your puppy in a pet daycare where they will be engaged and entertained if you are unavailable at home.
Easy to Train
Goldendoodles are brilliant dogs and one of the most trainable dog breeds. You can train your puppy to do basic tasks like sit, stand, stay or walk even without a trainer. Groodles pick up commands quickly, and you can start training puppies as soon as you bring them home.
Establishing a proper routine and staying consistent will improve the quality and effectiveness of training—this rule applies to bathroom breaks, playtime, meal times, bedtime, and walks. Websites such as We Love Doodles contain detailed information on Groodle training tips and techniques.
Feeding and Grooming
Adult Goldendoodles do not need more than two meals a day. Experts recommend scheduling your doodle’s mealtimes around your breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Puppies can eat around four meals a day, depending on their age and weight. Check the back of your doodle’s dog food packet or consult your vet for accurate feeding instructions. You may also visit relevant websites for information on how often you should feed your doodle.
Give your puppy access to unlimited water. Groodles are prone to obesity and have delicate digestive systems. So owners should avoid overfeeding. The best part about Goldendoodles is that they are non-shedders to light shedders despite their fuzzy, furry coats, so there will not be too much pet hair to clean up at home. Read more on 30 Dogs that have better hair than you.
Health and Temperament
Doodles are incredibly affectionate, gentle, and intelligent. Though they are usually obedient, they can turn mischievous during playtime (like all puppies). Groodles are curious and playful and enjoy being held, caressed, and spoken to.
Though Goldendoodles are generally healthy, well-rounded dogs, owners should be aware of general health conditions that could afflict their puppy. Hip and joint issues are common among Goldendoodles.
You could consider getting a breeder or trainer to run health clearance tests on the puppy’s parents before adopting it. Groodle puppies are also prone to ear infections, PRA, and allergies.
With proper exercise, mental stimulation, and socialization, Goldendoodles can even make great apartment dogs. Groodles enjoy playing fetch, frisbee, and other physically stimulating games.
People also read
15 World’s Most Dangerous Dog Breeds – Deadly To Be Pet
The Most Important Things Every Dog Owner Should Know in 2021
20 Photos Of Big, Giant, Massive but Cute Dogs for Animal Lovers