A little bit about the Labradoodle Breed...
What do all these letters and numbers mean???
F1 = 1st generation puppy - 50/50 genetic makeup. Labrador Retriever to Poodle cross, this is first generation of the labradoodle breed. In this particular Labradoodle cross hair type can be smooth like a Lab or wirey look like a Irish wolfhound or Wavy/shaggy, they usually shed, pups in the same litter can vary in coat and physical traits. This is not the best cross for people with severe allergies. These dogs do shed.
F1b = F1b results when you take the above referenced F1 Labradoodle and breed with a Standard poodle. Since the F1 dogs do shed and have a course wiry type coat, the poodle is bred with the F1 Labradoodle to "correct the coat" as well as infuse more genetic characteristics of the poodle into the breed. This F1b generation can favor more of a poodle type look with the wavy/curly fleece and sometimes wool coats. This cross is more likely to be allergy friendly - However not every puppy makes the cut.
F2 = F2 would be considered the second generation Labradoodle. F1 Labradoodle x F1 Labraoodle.F2 Labradoodles are also a 50/50 split, the same as the F1, just bred one more generation. These puppies also shed as the the F1.
F2b/Multigeneration = second generation backcross puppy = F1 bred to a F1b (hybrid backcross). Coat types wavy to curly. These Labradoodles are often. Non-Shedding and allergy friendly. This is also the first generation of the multi-generation Labradoodles.
Multigeneration Labradoodles - When a labradoodle is 3 or more generations in to the breed they are considered Multigeneration Labradoodles. This allows knowledgeable breeders to refine the personality, physical attributes, and coat types. The Multigeneration Labradoodles are usually allergy friendly and have a more desirable coat in texture and quality.
** PLEASE KNOW THIS***
Do not let breeders claiming Labradoodles to be guaranteed non-shedding/hypo-allergenic fool you! Not every puppy in a litter may live up to this standard. Not all Labradoodles are hypo-allergenic. When the Labradoodle was designed to be a hypo-allergenic therapy dog, multiple generations and careful breeding practices were required to refine the Labradoodle to the desired status. Be honest with your breeder in what you are looking for and together you can find the "best doodle" for you.
I spend countless hours with the puppies from the moment they are born helping with the delivery until the day I let them meet their new forever families. All the moments in between are spent socializing and stimulating the puppies and evaluating their personalities to make sure I am able to help you and your family pick out the very best puppy not only by looks, but by matching puppy personalities with your family.
It is important to note that this breed is a great alternative for those who want a large dog like a Labrador, but do not want the hassle of a shedding indoor dog. The Labrador and Poodle cross has its advantages because the cross combines two intelligent breeds with great temperaments and allows for a low to non-shedding dog. It is also important to understand that though they are considered hypo-allergenic, there is no breed of dog that can be truly hypo-allergenic to all individuals. If you have severe allergies you may want to consider visiting an owner of a Labradoodle to see how you tolerate this breed.
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