8 Reasons why I would NEVER own a labradoodle, doodle, cavoodle or other poodle cross

[@Aurianne-h1d]

I can't say I relate, because I own a labra doodle and she is amazing.. but I can understand your reasoning why not to want one. The grooming is definitely a big task and I have definitely struggled with her constant over excitement. Its getting better though!

[@thecompletecanine]

Yeah again there would be so many lovely doodles out there. But in general there is some points that i would go “nope”

[@DeborahHamilton-q1w]

The first dog I had, that was my own, was a terrier/poodle cross. She wound up with a coat rather comparable to that of an Afghan. I groomed her twice a day, thoroughly. When I had to leave her with my parents when I went away, the first thing they did was get her clipped! She was incredibly smart and easy to train. My son has a Shih Tzu/ toy Poodle cross. He tries to keep him clipped, but the moment his hair gets any length, it is full of knots and matting, and he isn't always cooperative about the clipping. His personality seems to be more like the Shih Tzu, and although very smart, he has a definite stubborn streak.

[@thecompletecanine]

Thats interesting about their coats. Quite the commitment too, having to brush that often would be a surprise for many!

[@squaretriangle9208]

As a child we had a poodle dachshound mix, looked like a small poodle, boy she was fierce, bitey and neurotic, loved her😊

[@thecompletecanine]

Ha thats a mix you actually dont see a lot! She sounded like a tough dog!

[@sueheappey4635]

I have a Labradoodle and a Cockapoo, both are wonderful. Maybe I have been lucky. Having had different breeds throughout my life I think a lot of your points can apply to any breed.

[@thecompletecanine]

Im sure there are definitely points that count towards lots of breeds for sure.

[@ChrisReher]

I love my Havapoo

[@thecompletecanine]

That is great ❤️

[@GoldenWolf248]

I've seen a large range of doodles. Some have resource guarding issues and can be aggressive, some are reactive, some are very hyper, and some are friendly and calm. You just never know what you're gonna get. I'm personally not a fan. I'd rather get a pure breed or an adult mutt from a rescue that suits my lifestyle.

[@thecompletecanine]

yes, I agree with you. Quite a lot of resource guarders for sure!

[@RiverWoods111]

Most (likely all) are bred in puppy mills. You should NOT be buying and encouraging this type of breeding! I have rescued and these Doodles have horrible birth defects. One of mine was born blind and had seizures regularly. Their fur/hair (poodles have hair and labs and other breeds have fur) mixture is extremely hard to groom and higher maintenance than the poodle. On the other hand, purebred poodles who are bred responsibly for health and good temperament are some of the best breeds you can own, but you have to be ready for a high-energy dog. The only stomach issues that I have seen are in Standard size dogs (large) just like with all other big-chested breeds that have the turning stomach. It is recommended to get that fixed when you get them. I believe the food sensitivities in doodles are from poor breeding in puppy mills. Please don't get these dogs.

[@thecompletecanine]

All very good points. I think there is definitely some doodle breeders out there doing the right thing. Not over breeding and health testing etc.. but theyre few and far between. Too many people saw it as a cash making scheme because people are willing to pay thousands of dollars for a crossbreed.