In fact, they will probably never become quite serious! Your Doodle will need training. It cannot be stressed enough that no breed — Doodles included — will train itself. With that said, Doodles definitely are not a low-maintenance breed.
They will require training, and maybe quite a lot of it. They will need you to show them how to channel all that energy and put it to good use instead of mischief. Doodles are prone to barking quite a bit, being mouthy, humping, counter-surfing, jumping up on everybody and everything when not shown how you want them to behave.
Some can be prone to barrier frustration or reactivity. They will need positively enforced but consistent boundaries. Remember, they are a high-drive cross of working breeds, as as such:. Need ideas for training? Check out our classes! Looking at their heritage, it only makes sense that Doodles can have quite a bit of prey drive.
They love motion and feel compelled to follow it. This is especially tricky in families with small children. Some Doodles cannot be around children that are romping for the first one or two years of their lives — the stimulation is just too much.
Can Doodle be great family dogs? But only if the family is committed to exercising, socializing and training their Doodle, as well as providing daily enrichment for him. In my work as a dog trainer I have been called to more Doodle homes than I can count.
Usually these are larger Poodle crosses that a family acquired for their children. They are cute and fluffy puppies — until they are not. I usually meet the Doodles that are months old and have become large and somewhat unruly. Nearly all adolescent Doodle owners struggle with leash pulling, intense jumping up and mouthing. Nobody should underestimate the energy level of these dogs as well as their exuberance and extreme tendency to chew.
Doodles are not the born, easy-going family dogs that they are made out to be. Remember: they are a cross of working breeds. If your family is busy — parents are working stressful jobs, kids have multiple hobbies already — do not get a Doodle. Chances are that you will not be able to provide the amount of interaction and training that he will need, and you will become frustrated with his behavior. As you read above, Doodles are high-maintenance, high-energy dogs.
They can and will become destructive if they are bored. How do you know if you should not get a Doodle? Their exuberance can easily become hyper-arousal and reactivity if not addressed early in their life in training. You enjoy to Netflix and chill for three whole days on a long weekend?
No Poodle mix for you. Do you have 12 hour workdays and just want to watch TV and eat a pizza at night? A Doodle is not for you. Many Doodle owners are surprised at how badly their dogs mat unless brushed regularly or kept in a short cut.
These also are the only two options you have for keeping your Doodle from matting: very consistent brushing and giving him a short haircut. You will probably end up spending an equal amount of time brushing and taking your Doodle to the groomer that an owner of a double-coated dog might spend vacuuming their home.
Doodles actually have a very bad reputuation with many groomers, because they are often only brought in when they are badly matted. As soon as you get a Doodle puppy you should make a monthly appointment with a groomer in your area. By the way: If you want to find your perfect match, take our quiz: Which Doodle is right for you?
Some Doodle breeds are more popular than others. Here are the most common and loved Doodle breeds in North America:. Many dog owners prefer small dogs under 30 lbs. They are easier to take along, fit in better in apartments and are good companions for other small dogs that already live in the family. Our favorite small poodles mixes are:. Are you a large-dog person? Maybe you live by yourself in a remote area and want a big dog next to you, or you already have a large dog and are looking for a Doodle playmate for him.
Our favorite large Poodle mixes are:. Great — a Doodle might be a perfect fit for you. By investing time and energy into training and bonding with them, you will have a wonderful companion by your side.
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We are the number one Poodle-mix resource providing valuable information on grooming, health, training, and Dood-approved gear and products. Follow Us My Account. Is bathing my Goldendoodle helpful for preventing matting? Unfortunately, no. Although regular bathing is good for your Goldendoodle, it actually can worsen the matting unless you follow up with hair treatment and brushing.
The water causes the tangles to be more prominent and less likely to untangle. Before bathing, make sure you brush your Goldendoodle down well and look for any areas of concern!
Follow the bath with a conditioner and work it into the coat well. When looking for a groomer, you want to make sure to find someone who is experienced with at least a Doodle type dog. Someone who is just trained to cut hair may not know the ins and outs of Goldendoodle styling. I recommend finding a grooming-specific store that is run by a professional. Once you find a groomer that you like, try to get to know them. Make sure they know Doodles and can offer advice. You want your groomer to be a regular that knows your dog, not just your breed, well.
Once you have a regular groomer, caring for your Goldendoodle will become much easier. When shaved, your Goldendoodle may go through a few different issues. The biggest fear is that the Doodle will be subject to climate conditions.
In the summer, they may be subject to getting sunburnt and not being protected. In the winter, the obvious issue will be the danger of them being too cold. Establishing a routine will significantly decrease the time needed. Brushing and combing should only take around 10 minutes if done daily.
Bathing should take around 30 minutes. Clipping is the most time-consuming procedure and can take up to 3 hours. I have 5 Doodles and a Standard Poodle, and their daily grooming takes under an hour so all in all not too bad. I start with the head, paying particular attention to furnishings and comb through thoroughly right down to the skin. This might sound like it would be very time consuming but if you do it every day it only takes around ten minutes.
I do this after our walk every morning as Doodle fur is like Velcro and I find they bring lots of foliage home in their coats. After combing thoroughly, you can go over the coat with a slicker brush to leave a nice fluffy finish.
Bathing is another part of the grooming routine that we have to think about with our dogs, especially our heavily coated Doodles. Every few weeks to a month is enough. Bathing takes around 30 minutes depending on the length and thickness of the coat. A good tip to help save time is to make sure you get the coat really wet right through before you apply the shampoo.
Rinsing is the part that takes the longest, around 15 minutes to make sure you have removed all the suds from the comb.
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