Labradoodles 101
A Labradoodle is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle. This cross produces the perfect family pet especially for allergy sufferers (F1b or higher).
First generation Labradoodle (F1): is the offspring of a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle (50% Lab/50% Poodle).
Backcross F1b: is the offspring of a F1 Labradoodle and a Poodle.
Multigen: is the offspring of a Labradoodle and a Labradoodle (sometimes bred back to a poodle to correct coat) Never a F1 to a F1 because their offspring is quite unpredictable.
Sizes
When determining size, it is important to focus on the height rather than weight because weight could vary greatly due to diet whereas height remains the same at maturity.
Standard: Height - 21" to 24" at the shoulders
Weight - 50lbs - 65lbs
Medium: Height - 17" to 20" at the shoulders
Weight - 30lbs to 45lbs
Miniature: Height - 14" to 16" at the shoulders
Weight - 15lbs to 25lbs
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