The Goldendoodle is a
relatively new crossbreed, having only been extensively bred in the
United States and Australia since the mid-1990’s. Golden Retriever
breeders, having noticed the success of the small poodle crosses such as
the Peekapoo and Cockapoo, sought to create a large-breed family pet for
those who suffered from allergies. The end result would be this
marvelous hybrid; a dog that would not only serve his purpose as an
excellent hypoallergenic pet, but would also prove to shine as both a
seeing eye and guide dog as well.
To date, there is no registry
for the Goldendoodle breed. Roughly 99% of all Goldendoodles are spayed
or neutered, only bred when there is an immediate market for the
puppies. Very few breeders bother with breeding second generation
Goldendoodles (the offspring of a Goldendoodle x Goldendoodle cross),
though the few that do generally keep very detailed records and take the
hybrid cross very seriously. Perhaps in the future, we may finally see
an organization to promote this wonderful breed.
