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Goldendoodle Puppy & Dog Guide

Friendly and energetic family dog

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Breed Snapshot

Size: Large

Size: Large

Energy Level: High

Energy Level: High

Grooming Needs: High

Grooming Needs: High

Shedding: Low

Shedding: Low

Trainability: Excellent

Trainability: Excellent

Good With Children: Excellent

Good With Children: Excellent

Good With Dogs: Excellent

Good With Dogs: Excellent

Apartment Friendly: Good

Apartment Friendly: Good

Exercise: 60-90 minutes a day

Exercise: 60-90 minutes a day

Life Expectancy: 10-15 Years

Life Expectancy: 10-15 Years

Weight: 20-35 kg

Weight: 20-35 kg

Coat Type: Curly

Coat Type: Curly

Breed Group: Mixed

Breed Group: Mixed

Hypoallergenic: Yes

Hypoallergenic: Yes

Barking: Low

Barking: Low

First Time Owner: Excellent

First Time Owner: Excellent

The Goldendoodle is a friendly, intelligent crossbreed between a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. It is affectionate, social, and often low-shedding, making it a popular choice for families and allergy-conscious owners.

Life Stages

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Goldendoodle Puppy (0-12 months)

Common Issues

  • Biting and mouthing
  • Toilet training accidents
  • Separation anxiety
  • Eating inappropriate objects
  • Coat matting begins early
  • Overexcitement during play

Advice

  • Establish a consistent toilet routine
  • Introduce grooming and brushing early
  • Provide safe chew and enrichment toys
  • Build confidence with alone-time training
  • Use short, positive training sessions
  • Socialise with people and other dogs
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Adolescent Goldendoodle (12-24 months)

Common Issues

  • Lead pulling
  • Boundary testing
  • Coat matting
  • Separation anxiety
  • Poor recall around distractions
  • Destructive behaviour when bored

Advice

  • Reinforce loose-lead walking
  • Maintain a regular grooming schedule
  • Increase mental stimulation
  • Continue recall training
  • Encourage calm behaviour
  • Keep routines consistent
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Adult Goldendoodle (2-8 years)

Common Issues

  • Coat maintenance demands
  • Separation anxiety
  • Weight gain
  • Ear infections
  • Dental disease
  • Barking from boredom

Advice

  • Brush several times a week
  • Schedule professional grooming
  • Provide daily exercise and enrichment
  • Maintain dental care
  • Keep ears clean and dry
  • Monitor food portions carefully
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Senior Goldendoodle (8+ years)

Common Issues

  • Arthritis
  • Reduced mobility
  • Dental disease
  • Vision or hearing decline
  • Weight changes
  • Cognitive decline

Advice

  • Provide gentle daily exercise
  • Continue regular grooming
  • Use supportive bedding
  • Schedule routine vet checks
  • Maintain light mental stimulation
  • Monitor body weight and appetite

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