The goldendoodle is a mix between the golden retriever and the standard poodle, and they are incredibly popular today. While this breed is not officially recognized by the American Kennel Club yet, they continue to be bred as a ‘designer’ dog breed, and they remain popular among individuals throughout the United States.
Your goldendoodle will not adhere to any specific breed standard due to not being an officially recognized breed, and there are different variations on the goldendoodle breed that attempt to make this dog more hypoallergenic. Our article gives you more details on the differences between two of these main types – the F1 and F1B goldendoodle.
What Is an F1 Goldendoodle?
An F1 goldendoodle is a goldendoodle that is 50 percent golden retriever and 50 percent standard poodle. The resulting mixture is considered a ‘first generation’ dog, resulting in the ‘F1’ in its name. The F1 goldendoodle will appear much like its parent dogs, though some dogs may exhibit more golden retriever traits and some more standard poodle traits depending on the genetics of the parents and how they are expressed in the puppy.
The F1 goldendoodle is known for having fluffier, straighter fur and for being loving, affectionate, and playful. These dogs make wonderful family companions, and many individuals are happy with adding the F1 goldendoodle into their lives.
F1 versus F1B Goldendoodles: What’s the Difference?
The main difference between F1 and F1B goldendoodles comes when you consider the parentage of these dogs. While the F1goldendoodle is created to be 50 percent golden retriever and 50 percent standard poodle, the F1B goldendoodle is designed in an attempt to be more hypoallergenic. This means stronger poodle genetics and a curlier coat that doesn’t shed as often.
According to the breed experts at Dog Academy, the F1B goldendoodle is created by mixing an F1 goldendoodle with a standard poodle, resulting in a dog that is 75 percent poodle and 25 percent golden retriever. Of course, the genetics of every dog are expressed differently, and your dog may still exhibit more golden retriever traits than standard poodle traits, but the chances are that your F1B goldendoodle will look much more like a poodle, including having the hypoallergenic traits.
It’s important to note that no dog can be completely hypoallergenic, so while F1B goldendoodles are considered more hypoallergenic than other breeds, they still may not be suitable for someone who has very severe dog allergies. Always check with your doctor or allergist for advice if you are considering adding any type of goldendoodle to your family.
Where Can I Adopt a Goldendoodle?
Adopting a goldendoodle is possible by working with local or national rescues, contacting a breeder, or visiting local animal shelters. These dogs are typically a designer breed and are usually available from breeders, but they do end up in shelters from time to time, and some goldendoodles may find themselves in need of a forever home after being rescued by a foster or other organization dedicated to placing goldendoodles with loving families.
We always recommend visiting shelters before working with a breeder for your goldendoodle, as this helps to give dogs in need a home and ensures that you are rescuing dogs that might otherwise live their lives out in a shelter.
Are Goldendoodles Available from Breeders?
If you are searching specifically for an F1 or an F1B goldendoodle, you may need to work with a breeder directly to obtain this dog. These dogs are carefully mixed to create the right genetic makeup and desired traits of an F1 or F1B goldendoodle, and it might be very difficult to come across this type of dog in a shelter.
However, if you do choose to work with a breeder to purchase an F1 or F1B goldendoodle, it’s important to make sure that the breeder is using ethical methods and that they are caring for their dogs properly. Always ask to look around the facility, check the health of the puppies and parent dogs, and ensure your chosen breeder has all necessary licenses and certifications before you put down a deposit for a dog.
Adding a Goldendoodle to Your Life
Goldendoodles are wonderful dogs with lots of affection, energy, and loyalty. These pups often form strong bonds with their families, and depending on the type of goldendoodle you get, they may be hypoallergenic. The main difference in varieties of goldendoodles lay in their genetic makeup and parent dogs, and you can speak to shelter staff or work with a breeder to understand exactly what your adult goldendoodle might look like and behave like once they have been adopted into your home.
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