![]() Starting off is the Lagotto Romagnolo, an affectionate, intelligent, lively, and alert breed. If you have considered owning or purchasing a doodle, you may want to consider one of these similar AKC registered breeds we will discuss in this blog. We want to see a comeback to the breeds that used to have a purpose, standard, and are more predictable. Some may need a short walk a few times a week while others require 3+ mile walks daily and additional mental stimulation. Some doodles may weigh 20 lbs while others may weigh upwards of 100 lbs. The predictability of pet ownership with doodle mixes, simply isn’t the same as owning a pure-bred dog. Defects such increased anxiety, hip dysplasia, eye diseases, thyroid issues, cancer, addison’s disease, and bloat are common. When dogs are overbred and lack health testing, we often see an increase in both physical and mental conditions and a lack of consistency with the dog’s physical appearance and mental wellbeing. When mixing one breed with another, you must consider the characteristics of both breeds as well as health testing for both parents. The poodle mixes that have been bred today, unfortunately do not always have the same protected breed standard that the AKC pedigree dogs do. The sporting group features breeds such as the Labrador Retriever and German Shorthaired Pointer, the Working Group features breeds such as the Boxer and Siberian Husky, and the Toy Group features breeds such as the Pug and Shih Tzu. The breeds were grouped into 7 established categories which were developed based on the breeds personality characteristics, exercise needs, size, coat length/type, and their use to their owner. Standard weight ranges, heights, temperaments, and breed specifics have been put in place. ![]() The breeds defined by the American Kennel Club were created to maintain and develop specific characteristics and desirable features in dogs. While we love the extremely cute and friendly dogs that the doodles have become, we want to take some time to discuss similar pedigree breeds established by the American Kennel Club. We have seen new combinations developing such as bernadoodles and aussiedoodles as people start breeding new variations and looking for new coat colors and new traits. ![]() Those who required assistance from a guide dog but were allergic to golden retrievers and labrador retrievers, were given an alternative that was just as intelligent and friendly. The golden doodle was originally created to be a hypoallergenic guide dog. With their friendly personalities and sweet nature, they fit easily into the households of many Americans. The Goldendoodle and Labradoodle have become one of the most popular dogs in the last few years. ![]()
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