What color Goldendoodle is best?

Apricot is the most popular Goldendoodle color because they look like teddy bears. All apricots will have black or dark brown points, including eye rims, noses, and paw pads. This coat color tends to lighten over time as a part of their natural aging process and can end up a pale orange yellow.
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Which Goldendoodle generation is best?

The Bottom Line:

Choosing the Goldendoodle generation depends on the traits you wish to be dominant in them. If you do not mind shedding, 1st generation is the best to pick as you get the best of both worlds. If you are looking for a non-shedding dog, go for an F1B generation puppy.
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Is a female or male Goldendoodle better?

Females in general tend to be more on edge, more nervous and more reactive than males. Males, especially once they are neutered, are a lot more laid-back and calm. They tend to be more handler-focused and like food more.
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Which is better F1 or F2 Goldendoodle?

The benefit of the F2 Goldendoodles extra genetics means they are generally more hypoallergenic. While they have various coat types and are more varied than F1, they have the option for wooly or fleecy coats that give that teddy bear appearance.
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Do Goldendoodles bark a lot?

Goldendoodles don't generally bark more than other breeds. However, if your Doodle is a barker, there's a good reason for his behavior. Your dog might be fearful, in pain, lonely, or simply being over-protective of you and your family.
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Goldendoodle Colors! ? Brown, Apricot, Red, Cream, Black, Parti, Sable, Merle, Grey, Phantom, Tan ?



How can you tell if a Goldendoodle puppy will be Curly?

Look At The Puppy's Snout

Generally, a prominent mustache is a clear indicator that the puppy will have a curly coat. Dogs that will go on to develop wavy coats tend to grow a shaggy beard around the muzzle. Straight-coated Goldendoodles usually have short, neat hair around their snout.
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Should you pick the biggest puppy in litter?

Avoid buying the largest or smallest puppy in the litter. Instead, look at the litter size -- generally, the more puppies in the litter, the healthier they will be.
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What should I ask a Goldendoodle breeder?

Try AKC Marketplace and have this list of questions handy to get to know your breeder, your breed, and your potential puppy better.
  • Ask to meet the parents. ...
  • Have health tests been performed on the parents? ...
  • How long have you been breeding? ...
  • How do you socialize your puppies? ...
  • Are the puppies up-to-date on vaccinations?
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How do you tell if a Goldendoodle will shed?

By comparing the coats of the parent dogs you will get a generally good idea of the range of possibilities. If both parents are Goldendoodle with fleece, a wavy coat is most likely. If both have loose straight hair – be prepared for shedding. Nature and genetics will have the final say.
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When should Goldendoodle get first grooming?

We recommend waiting 6 months before taking your goldendoodle puppy her first full clip down grooming. The wavy, curly adult coat will start replacing the soft, fluffy puppy coat around 5-7 months of age.
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How do you give a Goldendoodle a teddy bear cut?

How to get the Teddy Bear haircut on a Goldendoodle?
  1. Small notch shaved between the eyes.
  2. Short hair trim around the ears and eyes.
  3. Have the groomer use round scissors around the dogs muzzle.
  4. Use blending shears to help blend the hair evenly around the face and ears.
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What is the calmest Doodle breed?

The calmest Doodle mixes are those that were created by crossing Poodles with very laid-back breeds.
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For example:
  • The Maltipoo – a cross of Miniature or Toy Poodle and Maltese.
  • The Cavapoo: A mix of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Mini or Toy Poodle.
  • The Mini Bernedoodle – a cross of Bernese Mountain Dog and Mini Poodle.
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Should I get an F1 or F1B Goldendoodle?

If you're a type of person with mild allergies and can tolerate light shedding, then the F1 Goldendoodle is the best dog for you. But if you or your family members have moderate-to-severe allergies and do not even like vacuum up the hair your dog leaves, the F1B Goldendoodle will be much better for you.
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What does the F mean in Goldendoodles?

The “F” stands for “filial” and is simply a way to denote generation. So an F1 Goldendoodle means “First Generation Goldendoodle.” This is the initial cross, so one parent would be a purebred Golden Retriever and the other a purebred Poodle.
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How do I pick a good puppy from a litter?

In order to select a healthy puppy, it is important to do your research:
  1. Talk to the owner. Ask about appetite and eliminations. ...
  2. Observe the litter mates in action. Do they all play together or is there a quiet one that retreats to a corner? ...
  3. Survey their overall appearance. Do the puppies' coats shine? ...
  4. Watch them move.
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How do you pick a calm puppy?

How to Pick a Puppy from a Litter
  1. Bring a friend.
  2. Observe the litter.
  3. Pick a few pups to meet individually.
  4. Evaluation each puppy individually using: Cradle Test. Touch Sensitivity Test. Summons Test. Sound Sensitivity Test. Vision Test. Visual check. Bite Response.
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How can you tell a puppy's personality?

The Volhard Puppy Aptitude Test (PAT) is commonly used. There are 10 items that test for social attraction, following, restraint, social dominance, elevation dominance, retrieving, touch sensitivity, sound sensitivity, sight sensitivity, and stability.
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Why are some Goldendoodles not curly?

If a Goldendoodle gets a non-curl gene from each parent, it can have a rather straight coat. Unlike the flat coat, it is accompanied by furnishings and a “fluffy” texture.
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How much do Goldendoodles cost?

For a good quality Goldendoodle, bred by a reputable breeder, be prepared to spend anywhere between $2000 to $3000. Consider the size and generation you might want to help determine your budget.
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How often can I bathe my Goldendoodle puppy?

In addition to brushing, our puppies learn to love bath time. Using a tear-free or mild dog shampoo allows you to bathe your doodle as frequently as every week without drying out their fur. Be sure to keep the insides of their ears dry while bathing!
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Why you should not get a Goldendoodle?

Due to their highly sociable traits Goldendoodles are prone to suffer from separation anxiety when left alone. These are not the types of dogs that can be left alone for long periods of time. They need to be around people most of the time.
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Why are Goldendoodle puppies so expensive?

But to put it simply, doodles are an incredibly popular breed these days. In addition to the high demand for this newer breed, a reputable doodle breeder often spends an incredible amount of time and money to ensure a healthy, very well-socialized litter, which naturally drives up the price of their pups.
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Do Goldendoodles bite?

Unfortunately, gnawing on fingers and toes is completely normal puppy behavior. All puppies, not just Goldendoodles, go through a biting stage, but thankfully, it does not last very long.
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