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Labradoodle Puppy & Dog Guide

Smart and hypoallergenic companion

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Breed Snapshot

Size: Medium/Large

Size: Medium/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: 12-15 Years

Life Expectancy: 12-15 Years

Weight: 20-30 kg

Weight: 20-30 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 Labradoodle is a friendly, intelligent crossbreed between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle. It is affectionate, energetic and highly trainable, making it a popular companion for active families and individuals.

Life Stages

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Labradoodle Puppy (0-12 months)

Common Issues

  • Biting and mouthing
  • Toilet training accidents
  • Separation anxiety
  • Coat matting
  • Overexcitement
  • Eating inappropriate objects

Advice

  • Introduce grooming and brushing early
  • Establish a consistent toilet routine
  • Provide safe chew and enrichment toys
  • Start socialisation early
  • Build alone-time confidence gradually
  • Use short, positive training sessions
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Adolescent Labradoodle (12-24 months)

Common Issues

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

Advice

  • Reinforce loose-lead walking
  • Maintain regular grooming
  • Continue recall and obedience training
  • Provide daily mental stimulation
  • Encourage calm behaviour
  • Keep routines consistent
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Adult Labradoodle (2-8 years)

Common Issues

  • Coat maintenance needs
  • Separation anxiety
  • Ear infections
  • Weight gain
  • Dental disease
  • Boredom-related behaviours

Advice

  • Brush regularly and groom routinely
  • Keep ears clean and dry
  • Maintain dental care
  • Provide daily exercise and enrichment
  • Monitor food portions
  • Continue training throughout adulthood
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Senior Labradoodle (8+ years)

Common Issues

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

Advice

  • Provide gentle daily exercise
  • Use supportive bedding
  • Continue grooming care
  • Schedule regular vet checks
  • Maintain light enrichment
  • Monitor weight and appetite

Frequently Asked Questions