D’ Shalom Goldendoodles

• Origin: United States (bred as a cross between a Golden Retriever and a Poodle)• Size: Goldendoodles come in various sizes, including Standard, Medium, Miniature, and Toy, depending on the size of the parent used in breeding. Standards are the largest, typically weighing between 50 and 75 pounds. Medium weighting between 35-50; Miniatures weighing between 20 and 35 pounds, and toys weighing between 5 and 20 pounds.• Lifespan: 10-15 years• Coat: Goldendoodles can have a variety of coat types, including wavy, curly, or straight. They often have low-shedding or hypoallergenic coats, making them popular for allergy sufferers.• Temperament: Goldendoodles are often friendly, intelligent, and affectionate. They tend to inherit positive traits from both Golden Retrievers and Poodles, making them great family companions.• Exercise Needs: Their exercise requirements can vary depending on their size and energy level. Generally, they enjoy playtime, walks, and mental stimulation.• Training: Goldendoodles are typically intelligent and eager to please, making them trainable. Positive reinforcement methods work well with them.• Grooming: Grooming needs depend on the coat type. Curlier coats may require more maintenance to prevent matting. Experts usually recommend regular brushing and professional grooming.

The Goldendoodle is a relatively newer breed that was first bred in North America in the 1990s. People created the breed by crossing a Golden Retriever with a Poodle, with the goal of combining the intelligence, hypoallergenic coat, and good temperament of the Poodle with the trainability and friendly nature of the Golden Retriever. The first Goldendoodles were bred to create a service dog for people with disabilities who had allergies to dog hair. The breed quickly gained popularity, as people saw them as an ideal family pet due to their loving, friendly nature and hypoallergenic coat. Today, people recognize the Goldendoodle as a hybrid dog breed and consider it one of the most popular crossbreeds in North America.

A multigen Goldendoodle is the product of breeding two Goldendoodles beyond their second generation (F2). This means that both the parents and the grandparents of the new multigen dog are also Goldendoodles. While it may vary, most breeders are going to consider any generation of F3 or beyond to be a multigene Goldendoodle.