Goldendoodle — breed guide
A Golden-Poodle cross blending sunny temperament with a (usually) lower-shedding coat. Grooming is not optional.
At a glance
- Group
- mixed
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 20–34 kg (44–75 lb)
- Life span
- 10–15 years
- Coat
- Wavy to curly coat; shedding varies by cross
Living with a Goldendoodle
- High energy — needs real exercise every day, not a stroll.
- Heavy grooming — frequent brushing and regular trims.
- Light shedding.
- Quick to learn.
- Quiet.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Typically lives happily with a cat.
- Not well suited to a flat — space, exercise need or voice works against it.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Average heat tolerance.
- Average cold tolerance.
Temperament
Friendly · Playful · Social · Eager
Health to watch
- Hip dysplasia
- Ear infections
- Sebaceous adenitis
- Bloat (GDV)
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Did you know
The Doodle boom began in the 1990s — and no two Goldendoodle coats are quite alike, even within one litter.
Questions people ask
Is a Goldendoodle good with kids?
Generally yes. Goldendoodles are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Goldendoodle good with cats?
Usually yes. Goldendoodles typically settle well with a resident cat — introduce them slowly and give the cat a high perch and a way out of the room.
How much exercise does a Goldendoodle need?
An hour or more of proper exercise every day.
Can a Goldendoodle handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Goldendoodle's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.