Australian Labradoodles
About the Breed
Why people the Australian Labradoodle
In the mid-1970s, the Australian Guide Dog Association received a request from a blind woman in Hawaii who needed a guide dog that would not trigger her allergies. Determined to meet this need, breeders began crossing Labrador Retrievers and Poodles, carefully selecting for the qualities required in both a guide dog and an allergy-friendly companion.
After years of dedication and selective breeding, the Australian Labradoodle was born.
From the beginning, the breed captured hearts with its low to non-shedding coat, gentle nature, intelligence, versatility, and eagerness to please. Just as importantly, Australian Labradoodles possessed the calm temperament and kindness that made them exceptional companions for a wide range of families and lifestyles.
Today, the Australian Labradoodle is loved around the world as a loyal, intuitive, and allergy-friendly soulmate, bringing joy, companionship, and connection to countless families.
What is the difference between a Labradoodle & an Australian Labradoodle?
A Labradoodle is created through the union of a Labrador retriever and a Poodle. These standard Labradoodles are known by many different names such as American Labradoodle, British Labradoodle, Early Generations Labradoodle, and Labradoodle Origin.
Whilst a standard Labradoodle can be bred to create a second generation of Labradoodle. Similarly, second-generation is used to create the third generation and so on. It is worth noticing that all Labradoodles come from a single lineage that is solely made up of poodles and Labradors.
In contrast to this, Australian Labradoodles have a more complex lineage. They are a cross between six different parent breeds:
- Labrador
- Poodle
- English Cocker Spaniel
- American Cocker Spaniel
- Curly Coat Retriever
- Irish Water Spaniel
For more information, see this article.