What is an English Teddybear Goldendoodle?
An English “Teddy Bear” Goldendoodle is a hybrid breed between a Poodle and an English Creme Golden Retriever. The Goldendoodle is an affectionate and gentle dog that has gained popularity since he was first developed in 1990s. They make excellent family dogs and generally get along with everyone.​
History of the Goldendoodle
The Goldendoodle is considered to be one of the newest of the “Doodle,” or Poodle mix, breeds. Breeding began in the 1990s, after both the Cockapoo and the Labradoodle gained footholds.The theory behind the Goldendoodle’s development was to create a larger Doodle that maintained the desired low-dander, low-shedding coat and that possessed the intelligent and friendly nature of the Golden Retriever.The fact that the Goldendoodle is still a fairly young cross means that most pups are the result of first-generation breeding. That is, most are Golden Retriever and Poodle mixes; as of yet, breeding rarely occurs between pairs of Goldendoodles.​
How Big Do They Get?​
Goldendoodle ranges in size from small to large, depending on the variant of Poodle that the Golden Retriever is crossed with. The Goldendoodle was originally bred as a larger alternative to the already popular designer breed known as the Cockapoo.​ Goldendoodles can also vary in size because at this stage, they’re rarely the result of multi-generational breedings (in which one Goldendoodle is crossed with another), and there are now breed standards that Goldendoodle breeders are aiming for set by The Goldendoodle Association of North America (GANA). ​The Goldendoodle tends to come in four different sizes: Petite, Miniature, Medium, and Large Standard.​
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The Petite Goldendoodle is a result of pairing a Golden Retriever with a Miniature Poodle, and then selectively breeding smaller offspring over several generations. These dogs are usually below 14 inches and usually weigh 25 pound or less.
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The Miniature Goldendoodle is the result of a Miniature or Toy Poodle crossed with a Golden Retriever. These dogs average 13 - 20 inches in height and can weigh 15 - 35 pounds.​
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The Medium Goldendoodle is usually a cross between a Miniature Poodle and a Golden Retriever. They average 17 - 20 inches in height and can weigh 40 - 50 pounds.​
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The Standard Goldendoodle is a cross between a Standard Poodle and a Golden Retriever. They average 20 - 24 inches in height and can weigh 50 - 90 pounds.​
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​What are the Different Doodle Generations?​
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​F1 English Teddybear Goldendoodle: An F1 Goldendoodle is considered a first generation Golden Retriever to Poodle cross (50% Poodle / 50% English Golden Retriever). F1 Goldendoodles are compatible with most families with mild allergies, as they shed a small to moderate amount and are considered slightly allergy friendly.
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​F1B English Teddybear Goldendoodle: F1 Goldendoodle x Poodle (75% Poodle / 25% English Golden Retriever) - This is Goldendoodle bred back to Poodle. Most F1B’s are compatible for families with moderate to severe allergies as they are mainly non-shedders and are considered the most allergy friendly​.
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F2 English Teddybear Goldendoodle: F1 Goldendoodle x F1 Goldendoodle (50% Golden / 50% Poodle) - With this combination you get the same percentage of Golden and Poodle mix as you would with an F1 Goldendoodle. They are also recommended for families with moderate to severe allergies, as they shed little to none and considered very allergy friendly.
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F3 Multi-Gen English Teddybear Goldendoodle: F1B Goldendoodle x F1B Goldendoodle (75% Poodle / 25% Golden Retriever) - A Muti-Gen Goldendoodle is a third-generation Goldendoodle produced by crossing the F1B or F2 with another F1B or F2 Goldendoodle. F3s are compatible with families with mild allergies, as they shed similarly to a F1, and are considered less allergy friendly.​ This generation is often sought after for someone who would like a smaller, less shedding retriever.
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Super English Teddybear Goldendoodle: F1B Goldendoodle x English Golden Retriever (60% English Golden / 40% Poodle) - These dogs are bred to be most like a Golden Retriever. Some will shed a little to none, but are considered least allergy friendly and are recommended to families with mild to no allergies.​
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F1 English Teddybear Goldendoodle
F2 English Teddybear Goldendoodle
F1B English Teddybear Goldendoodle
F3 Multi-Gen English Teddybear Goldendoodle
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​What is the Difference Between a Goldendoodle and a Labradoodle?​
​Many people confuse Goldendoodles and Labradoodles, though the differences are fairly easy to see. A Goldendoodle is created by breeding a Golden Retriever (in our case, English Golden Retrievers) and a Poodle. Labradoodles are created by breeding a Labrador Retriever with a Poodle.​The Goldendoodle will typically have longer and generally less curly hair than the Labradoodle. The shorter hair of a Labradoodle will often cause more shedding, though not in extreme amounts. The Goldendoodle does require more maintenance in managing their coat, but won’t be as difficult with leaving hair and dander around the house.​The demeanor of the Goldendoodle is generally more gentle than that of a Labradoodle. While Labrador Retrievers are gentle dogs, they do exhibit more aggressiveness in normal activity, opting for more hyper activities. Golden Retrievers are very laid back and as a result, Goldendoodles tend to be quieter and less aggressive.