Welcome to Hales Australian Labradoodles. Here is some general information on the Australian Labradoodle bred, the different sizes, different coats, coat types and how they began. Labradoodles are very loving, social, highly trainable and excellent companion dogs. Their eagerness to please and smart soulful nature make them perfect for therapy work or just the perfect family pet.

The Labradoodle first originated in Australia when the first intentional purpose - bred mating of a Labrador Retriever and a Standard Poodle was initiated by Wally Conran of The Royal Guide Dogs in Victoria Australia. A vision impaired woman in Hawaii needed a Guide Dog which wouldn't aggravate her husband's allergies. Of the 31 Labradoodles bred at Royal Guide Dogs, a staggering 29 made it through as Guide Dogs....an allocade of unparallel proportion for this new 'breed' of Guide Dog.

What sizes do Labradoodles come in?

*The "Standard" Labradoodle is over 22 inches at the highest point of the shoulders.

*The "Medium" Labradoodle is 17" to 21" to the shoulder

*The "Miniature" Labradoodle, "Mini" is 14 to 16 inches at the shoulder.

All 3 Labradoodle sizes should be equal in appearance, temperament and confirmation

What about the Labradoodle generation?

Here is a list of generations and their definitions. Each Labradoodle generation has their own unique coat qualities and appearance.

*Australian Labradoodle or Multigenerational American Labradoodle = F1B Labradoodle bred to an F1B or higher Labradoodle or an Australian Labradoodle (65% to 85% Poodle) which is non-shedding. Looks like a Teddy Bear or a fluffy silky soft mop

*F1B =F1 Labradoodle to Standard Poodle (75% poodle to 25% lab) most are low-shedding to none shedding. .

*F1 = Labrador retriever to Standard Poodle (50% - 50%) cross which can range widely on shedding and appearance. The “Benji” Look

It has been my experience that the Multi-Generation Labradoodle combination produces the most consistent qualities you would want in a Labradoodle.

What about Labradoodle coat type?

*Australian and American Multi Generation coats: Wooly, Curly, Curly Fleece, and Fleece, These are non-shedding and allergy friendly.

*F1B coats: Wooly, Curly, Fleece, Wavy, Borderline wavy and hair. These can either be shedding or non-shedding.

*F1 coats: Wavy, Borderline Wavy, Hair and Straight vary in shedding from a light/moderate to heavy shedding.

It takes more than a Lab and a Poodle to create a Labradoodle with the temperament, health, and fantastic disposition that you would want in a family dog. Adding a dog to the family is adding a new family member. Don't be taken by the too good to be true deals that seem to be out there. Dogs that are cheap are cheap for a reason. All Labradoodles are not created equal. Not all Labradoodles are non-shedding and Hypo-Allergenic. Not all Labradoodles that are breed to a Mini will be a Mini. It is important to do your homework and make sure that you are getting what you think you are getting and what you paid for. It takes a great deal of time and money to raise healthy, happy Labradoodles. That will reflect in the price of your new Labradoodle family member.