Breed Info

Temperament

Smart & Silly

  • Ideal family pet
  • Loving and loyal
  • Great playmates for kids
  • Easy to train
  • Cheery disposition
  • Friendly with other dogs and pets
  • Eager and excitable

Appearance

Cute & Expressive

Build:

  • Well proportioned
  • Agile legs
  • Round heads
  • Floppy ears
  • Large and expressive eyes
  • Long and fluffy or feathered tails

Coat Type and Color:

  • Wavy to curtly hair
  • No undercoat
  • Black
  • Copper
  • White
  • Cream
  • Golden
  • Apricot
  • Red

Exercise

Medium Activity

  • Need daily walks to expend energy
  • Need socialization with dogs and peopole
  • Goldendoodles like playing at the park or swimming in water
  • Explorers by nature

We Recommend:

  • 60 mins of daily activity
  • 8 miles of walking per week

The Miniature Goldendoodle came on the scene in the mid-1990's. They are a cross between a Poodle and a Golden Retriever, maintaining the best qualities from each.

The History of the Golden Retriever:

  • Developed in Scottland in the 19th century
  • Bred for retrieving waterfowl without damage
  • Bred for its attentive and loyal appearance
  • Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1932

The History of Poodles:

  • Can be traced to Roman & Egyptian times
  • The French used the variety of poodle sizes for duck hunting, sniffing out truffles and small companions
  • Used in circuses because of how quickly they learned tricks
  • Was the most popular breed in America from the 1950's to the 90's

Grooming:

  • Brush two to three times a week to prevent matting
  • Have them professionally groomed every two to three months
  • Clip nails when necessary
  • Clean ears and brush teeth regularly

Training:

  • Intelligent and easy to train
  • Motivated by food and high-value treats
  • Keep instructions calm and positive
  • Keep your Mini Goldendoodle sharp by continuing to challenge with new tricks