Groodle (Goldendoodle)
Puppy
Fully Grown
A Groodle is a hybrid breed which is a mix of a Golden Retriever and a Poodle. Their fur can be curly or straight and, like most dogs with poodle in the mix, they hardly shed or smell.
Groodles are easy to groom and look after, and have the nature of a Golden Retriever - loving, friendly with everybody and always happy. This, combined with the intelligence of the poodle, makes them very fine family dogs.
Groodles need regular exercise but they will forgive you if some days it turns out to be just a shorter walk. What they do need is lots of mental stimulation, and they thrive on being included in all your daily activities - even if it means taking them with you when you go out for a coffee or watch the kids play soccer. Groodles are quite dependent on their owners and therefore don't enjoy being left behind. Due to their size, this isn't always possible.
The Groodle's willingness to please paired with a high level of intelligence, makes this an easy to train dog that loves to obey your commands. With the right training, it is easy to make your Groodle a very well behaved family companion.
| Weight: | 23-45 kg |
| Health risk: | High |
| Life expectancy: | 12-15 years |
| Coat: | Medium |
| Grooming intensity: | High |
| Monthly cost (food): | Average |
| Trainability: | High |
| Activity level: | Medium |
There are many sources to get your Groodle from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Groodle to adopt:
To help your rescued Groodle to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Groodle from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
 Dog Breed Profile - Dog Breed Selector)
