About Goldendoodles

We exclusively breed F1b Goldendoodles. They are 75% Poodle and 25% Golden Retriever. This creates the ideal blend of intelligence and hypo-allergenic coat from the Poodle and the sweet loyalty from the Golden Retriever.

Here at Purkey Puppies we have standard and miniature size Goldendoodles. Our standards weigh 40–70 pounds and minis are 20–35 pounds, depending on the gender. Goldendoodle females are typically smaller than the males.

The Goldendoodle's coat is a cross between the Golden Retriever and Poodle coat. It has fine hairs which appear quite thick. It can be curly or straight but most fall somewhere in the middle. Unclipped, the hair will grow about 4–7 inches in length. Unlike the Poodle, the Goldendoodle should not be clipped any shorter than 2 inches, as the coat provides natural protection in heat and cold. Our Goldendoodles can come in a wide variety of colors including cream, tan, red, black and chocolate. A variety of colors and coat textures can appear in the same litter. Generally, the F1b generation is better for severe allergy sufferers. Most Poodle crosses will go through various coat phases in their first year of life.

The Goldendoodle is intelligent, friendly, and family-oriented. It is a very sociable dog. Goldendoodles tend to follow their nose wherever it leads, so a fenced-in yard is recommended. They are always ready for a game. Most Goldendoodles retain the natural retrieving instincts of the Golden Retriever which makes them great at fetch! The Goldendoodle's friendliness with strangers makes it a poor watchdog, however, most are good at alerting you.

Goldendoodles love to be with their family. They are eager to please and get along well with children, other animals, and strangers. They are sociable dogs and crave being around people. These qualities make them easy to train.

The Goldendoodle requires regular brushing or combing every few weeks. Goldendoodles have a lifespan of 9–15 years. They are prone to most health issues affecting Golden Retrievers and Poodles, including hip dysplasia (a malformed hip joint which can cause lameness or arthritis), ear infections (particularly for longer-eared dogs), and eye problems such as cataracts. As a mixed breed, they are less likely to suffer health problems than purebreds (known as “hybrid vigor”). Vets love the hybrid dogs. All Purkey Puppies breeding dogs are genetically cleared at minimum and most have been certified by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals as having hips and elbows suitable for breeding.

The Goldendoodle is intelligent and has a strong desire to please its master, making it highly trainable. Positive reinforcement is likely to be the most successful approach.

The Goldendoodle requires a moderate amount of exercise. Most enjoy swimming as both the Poodle and Golden Retriever are not averse to water. Goldendoodles can live happily on a farm or in a big city, in a large home or an apartment (with walks). They will thrive with daily walks or playtime.